A calm spot on Waardeiland
This apartment on Schaepmanplein 28 sits in Waardeiland, a quiet residential corner of Leiden where the streets feel settled and the pace is easy. The home dates from 1978 and carries an energy label C, so it is a solid, established building rather than a new-build. At €599,000, the asking price sits 17% below the average asking price of €718,545 for homes in this neighbourhood, which makes it a keen entry point compared with what else is on the market here. For context, the average asking price per square metre in Waardeiland is €4,860, and this home is listed at €5,651 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Leiden] to see how it stacks up.
Inside the apartment
Step inside and you find a layout that works for daily life: four rooms in total, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over a single floor. The living area is 106 m² according to the agent, though the BAG registration records 109 m², so there is a small discrepancy between the two figures. The home sits on the first floor and comes with a balcony, plus a parking spot, which is a practical bonus in a city like Leiden. It is fully owned, so there is no leasehold to factor in, and the monthly HOA fee is €243.20. The agent notes that the property has roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and heating runs on a combi boiler.
Life in Waardeiland
Waardeiland is a compact neighbourhood of about 1,060 residents, and the housing stock here is mostly from the 1970s and 1980s, which gives the streets a consistent, mature feel. Residents of the wider Roodenburgerdistrict give their area an average score of 7.59 out of 10, 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 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!" A third review is more mixed: "Police often around. On the grass field where children play, dogs are often walked and the owners leave the dog poop lying around." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just Waardeiland itself. The neighbourhood has a mix of households, with a third of residents aged 65 or over, and about a quarter of homes are single-person households. For more on the area, see [the Waardeiland neighbourhood].
Daily errands and getting around
For groceries, Albert Heijn and SPAR are both just around the corner, within a couple of streets away, and Hoogvliet is a ten-minute walk. Daltonschool De Leeuwerik is a five-minute walk for primary education, and Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is also within a short stroll for secondary school. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk van Kempen in Leiderdorp, about a ten-minute walk, and Service Apotheek Roomburgh is closer still, just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop at Leiden, Meerburgerkade is a five-minute walk and serves lines 1, 2, 169, 182 and 183, while Leiden Lammenschans train station is about 2 km away. The wider [municipality of Leiden] offers plenty of options for getting around.
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this property in the data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. The address-level risk data, which comes from public sources like Atlas Leefomgeving and the Klimaateffectatlas, gives an indication for the area rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are both below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is low, though heat stress is expected to rise to medium by 2050.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Kerkvliet Makelaars. The listing has been active since 13 July 2026.
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About Schaepmanplein 28, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Waardeiland?
The asking price of €599,000 is 17% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €718,545. The average asking price per square metre in Waardeiland is €4,860, while this home is listed at €5,651 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 106 m². The neighbourhood has 11 homes currently for sale, with prices ranging from €550,000 to €950,000, so this apartment sits at the lower end of that range.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms, all on a single floor. The living area is 106 m² as listed by the agent, though the BAG registration records 109 m². The home is on the first floor and includes a balcony and a parking spot. The total volume is 394 m³, and the property is fully owned with a monthly HOA fee of €243.20.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C, which is a mid-range label. This means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount will depend on your usage and energy prices. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, which can help with keeping the home warm. Heating runs on a combi boiler. The label itself does not indicate any specific condition of the property.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data from sources like Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settlement, but the overall risk level is low. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details on foundation condition are provided in the listing.
What are the noise levels like around this property?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is measured at 25 dB Lden, which is below the standard, and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, also below the standard. These figures come from public data and are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself. The listing does not provide any additional noise information.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn and SPAR are both within a couple of streets away, roughly 660 metres from the home. Hoogvliet is about 1.1 km away, which is a ten-minute walk, and Dirk is at a similar distance. There are 39 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries. The nearest options are convenient for a quick shop on foot.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Daltonschool De Leeuwerik, a primary school, is about 500 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is roughly 720 metres away, and Bonaventura Agora Leiden is about 770 metres. There are also other primary schools within a short distance, including De Bron and Kon Julianaschool, so school options are well covered in the area.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Meerburgerkade, about 380 metres away, serving lines 1, 2, 169, 182 and 183. Another stop, Leiden, Wilhelminabrug, is about 470 metres away and adds line 187. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about 2 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider Roodenburgerdistrict give their area an average score of 7.59 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident praises the "friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can" and the convenient location near the centre. Another mentions the proximity to the station and the greenery. A third review notes that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field. These reviews reflect the district, not just Waardeiland itself.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not provided here. As a result, no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price can be made.
