Roomburgerlaan 18
Rijndijkbuurt, Leiden
AreaA compact apartment in the Rijndijkbuurt
This apartment on Roomburgerlaan 18 sits in the Rijndijkbuurt, a lively part of Leiden where the streets feel lived-in and the centre is never far away. Built in 1960, it offers a practical layout on a single floor, with a living area of 50 m² according to the agent. The asking price of €345,000 is 43% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €609,438, so it sits on the low side of the local market. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,665, while this home asks €6,900 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you're looking at apartments in Leiden, this one stands out for its price point.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent mentions a front garden of 12 m² facing southwest, and the home is located on the first living floor. It comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the listing. The living area is listed as 50 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 47 m². The home has been on the market since 2 March 2026.
Life in the Rijndijkbuurt
The Rijndijkbuurt is a neighbourhood where residents seem to appreciate the balance between city life and a friendly atmosphere. One resident of the district says: "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can. The authentic appearance of the houses and convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden." Another adds: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station! The centre is also nice and close. The people are friendly and not loud. There's a lot of greenery and a park nearby. It's great!" Across the district, residents give an average score of 7.59 based on seven reviews. The neighbourhood has about 2,380 inhabitants, and the majority of households are single-person (51%). For more on the area, see the Rijndijkbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, SPAR, is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away. For secondary education, Bonaventura Agora Leiden is on your doorstep, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (locatie Athena) is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsen De Laat de Kanterstraat is a couple of streets away, and Service Apotheek Roomburgh is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stop Leiden, Burggravenlaan is just around the corner, with lines 1, 2, 169, 182, 183 and 187. The nearest train station, Leiden Lammenschans, is a ten-minute walk. All this is part of the municipality of Leiden. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard (reference year 2022). Railway noise is 29 dB Lden, below the standard, and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, also below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, with notes mentioning the home was built in 1960 on clay soil, possibly with wooden piles or a shallow foundation, and that 86% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low for both current and 2050 scenarios. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Apollo Makelaardij Regio Leiden and listings on Vastgoed Nederland, Funda and Pararius.
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About Roomburgerlaan 18, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the Rijndijkbuurt?
The asking price of €345,000 is 43% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €609,438. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,665, while this home asks €6,900 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 50 m². Note that the average home in the neighbourhood is larger, at 116 m², so the price difference partly reflects the smaller size.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It also has a front garden of 12 m² facing southwest. The living area is listed as 50 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 47 m². The home is located on the first living floor.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for property taxes, and it is not available here. Without it, we cannot compare it to the asking price or comment on its development over the past five years.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard (reference year 2022). Railway noise is 29 dB Lden, below the standard, and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The notes mention that the home was built in 1960 on clay soil, which could mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. Additionally, 86% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is SPAR, just around the corner at about 381 metres. Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away at about 764 metres, and Hoogvliet is about 1.1 km away. There are also Albert Heijn and PLUS within about 1.3 km. So daily groceries are within easy reach.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Several schools are nearby. For secondary education, Bonaventura Agora Leiden is on your doorstep at about 186 metres, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (locatie Athena) is just around the corner at about 243 metres. For primary education, Basisschool St. Joseph is a couple of streets away at about 336 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Burggravenlaan, just around the corner at about 311 metres, with lines 1, 2, 169, 182, 183 and 187. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about 1.3 km away, which is a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to get around without a car.
What do residents say about the Rijndijkbuurt?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.59 based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can. The authentic appearance of the houses and convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden." Another notes: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station! The centre is also nice and close. The people are friendly and not loud."
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also mentions that the home has double glazing, which can help with insulation. However, the label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building structure.
