van Leeuwenstraat 14
Bovenveen midden · 2273 VM Voorburg
A 1950s apartment with character
This apartment on Van Leeuwenstraat in Voorburg has a lived-in feel that comes with a 1956 build. At 78 m², it was a compact two-bedroom home with an F energy label, meaning heating costs would be something to budget for. The last known asking price of €395,000 was on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €381,150, but it was in line with the €4,502/m² average for the area. For context, apartments in Leidschendam-Voorburg typically sell within 44 days. This home has not been online since 15 September 2026.
Bovenveen midden: a quiet, urban pocket
Bovenveen midden is a dense neighbourhood with 4,215 residents and a high address density of 4,827 per km², giving it a very strong urban feel. Most homes are apartments (92%), and the area is popular with singles and couples, 1,360 one-person households and only 585 with children. One resident sums it up: "The neighbourhood is super good, only some things are just a but yeah." Based on that single review, it's a place people appreciate, even if not everything is perfect. The Bovenveen midden neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with the largest group being 25 to 45.
Daily life on Van Leeuwenstraat
For your morning bread run, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several secondary schools within walking distance: Corbulo Tech & Design College is 275 m away, Sint-Maartenscollege, and Gymnasium Novum. Primary school Kindcentrum Cascade is a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk too, and a park is on your doorstep. The municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg keeps the area well-served with amenities.
Listing details
When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including Mares Makelaars. The asking price was €395,000.
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About van Leeuwenstraat 14, Voorburg
Was €395,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €395,000 was above the neighbourhood average of €381,150 and the median of €360,000. However, the average price per m² in Bovenveen midden was €4,502, and this apartment worked out to about €5,064/m², which was on the high side. Homes in the area typically sell within 44 days, so the market is active but not overheated.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is low efficiency. This meant the apartment would had higher heating costs compared to a more modern home. In the neighbourhood, 60% of homes have a label D or lower, so an F label is not unusual for a 1956 build. You can expect to spend more on energy bills than you would with a B or A label.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.0 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to The Hague or other cities. The neighbourhood is very urban with a high address density, so public transport connections are generally good.
What are the nearby supermarkets?
The closest supermarket is Jumbo at 266 m, followed by Albert Heijn at 320 m. Both are within a few minutes' walk. There's also an Aldi at 659 m and a Hoogvliet at 700 m, so you have plenty of options for daily shopping.
What schools are in the area?
There are several secondary schools nearby: Corbulo Tech & Design College at 275 m, Sint-Maartenscollege at 515 m, and Gymnasium Novum at 636 m. For primary education, Kindcentrum Cascade is 727 m away. The neighbourhood has a good mix of educational options within walking distance.
How safe is Bovenveen midden?
The neighbourhood recorded 133 total crimes in the latest data. With 4,215 residents, that works out to about 31.6 crimes per 1,000 inhabitants. This is moderate, but the area is generally considered quiet and residential. The single resident review mentions it's "super good" overall.
What is the neighbourhood like demographically?
Bovenveen midden has 4,215 residents, with a high proportion of one-person households (1,360) and relatively few families with children (585). The largest age group is 25 to 45 (1,575 people), so it's a young adult-oriented area. The average household size is 1.7, reflecting many singles and couples.
Is there a park nearby?
Yes, a park or public garden is just 0.3 km away, so it's on your doorstep. This is great for a quick walk or some fresh air. The neighbourhood also has a restaurant at 0.3 km and a library at 1.0 km, so amenities are well within reach.
