A practical apartment in a quiet corner of Leiden
This apartment on Zijldonk sits in a leafy part of Zijlwijk-Zuid, a neighbourhood that feels more like a village than a city suburb. With 90 m² of living space and an energy label D, it's a solid, no-fuss home. The last known asking price of €345,000 was 71% below the neighbourhood average of €1,170,000, which made it a keen entry point into the local market, especially compared to other apartments in Leiden. This home has not been online since 14 September 2026.
Zijlwijk-Zuid: green, quiet and family-friendly
Zijlwijk-Zuid is a residential area built mainly in the 1970s, with wide streets and plenty of green. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a noticeable share of residents over 65. It's a calm, safe place, the total number of reported crimes in the area is low. The park or public garden is just a couple of streets away, so outdoor space is never far. For a closer look at the area, head over to the Zijlwijk-Zuid neighbourhood.
Daily life on Zijldonk
For your morning bread, Lidl is just around the corner, Dirk is a five-minute walk, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Brede School Merenwijk is just around the corner, De Dukdalf is a five-minute walk, and Zijlwijkschool is also a five-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden is responsible for local services and amenities, you can read more about the municipality of Leiden.
When this home was still on the market,
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Hoekstra en Van Eck Leiden.
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About Zijldonk 26, Leiden
Was €345,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €345,000 was 71% below the average asking price in Zijlwijk-Zuid (€1,170,000). However, this apartment is also smaller than the neighbourhood average: 90 m² versus 213 m².
What is the neighbourhood like?
Zijlwijk-Zuid is a quiet, green residential area built in the 1970s. It has a mix of ages, with many older residents. The area feels safe, with low crime figures. A park is just a couple of streets away, and daily shopping is easy with several supermarkets within walking distance.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 3.9 km away. That's about a 10-minute drive or a 15-minute bike ride.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Brede School Merenwijk (315 m), De Dukdalf (561 m), and Zijlwijkschool (599 m). Secondary education is 1.3 km away.
What supermarkets are close by?
Lidl is 291 m away, Dirk is 352 m, and Albert Heijn is 465 m. For a larger selection, Hoogvliet is 985 m and another Albert Heijn is 1 km away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This means the home is moderately efficient. Heating costs would be higher than for a home with label A or B, but lower than for labels E, F or G. In the neighbourhood, most homes for sale had better labels, so this was something to factor in.
How does this apartment compare to others in the neighbourhood?
This apartment was smaller (90 m²) than the neighbourhood average (213 m²) and priced well below the average asking price. The neighbourhood had very few apartments for sale, only 4 when this home was at the time on the market, so options were limited.
