Catharinastraat 12
Rijndijkbuurt, Leiden
AreaA classic end-of-terrace house on Catharinastraat
This end-of-terrace house on Catharinastraat in Leiden has a lived-in feel that comes with a home built in 1910. With 70 m² of floor space and a small plot, it's a compact city house. The asking price of €350,000 is 43% below the neighbourhood average of €609,438, which makes it keenly priced for the area. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Leiden vary widely in price.
The Rijndijkbuurt neighbourhood
Based on two reviews, the Rijndijkbuurt gets a mixed score of 7.19. 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 gives a more critical view: "There are nice parks to walk in, but unfortunately they are broken up by roads. Community gets a 2 because in my opinion nobody is really connected. No community centre, but also, nobody WANTS to connect with the neighbours either. Houses are poorly renovated. Lots of schools. Good amenities." The area has a high address density of over 4000 addresses per km², typical of a very urban setting. The Rijndijkbuurt neighbourhood is home to many singles and smaller households.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and SPAR and Albert Heijn are a five-minute walk away. For schools, Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is on your doorstep, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is a couple of streets away. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and a park is just around the corner for a quick break. The municipality of Leiden offers a full range of amenities within easy reach.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed via several channels, including Kompas makelaars & taxateurs.
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About Catharinastraat 12, Leiden
Is €350,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price of €350,000 is 43% below the average asking price in the Rijndijkbuurt (€609,438). However, this home is also smaller than average (70 m² vs 116 m²). Given the compact size and the energy label F, the price is on the keen side compared to other homes in the neighbourhood.
What does energy label F mean?
Energy label F is the second-lowest rating on the scale. It means the home is not very energy efficient, so you can expect higher heating and electricity costs compared to a home with a better label. The label is an official registration from EP-Online and does not specify which aspects of the home cause the low rating.
How is the Rijndijkbuurt neighbourhood?
Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 7.19 out of 10. Residents appreciate the friendly atmosphere and convenient location near the centre, but one review notes that the community is not very connected and that some houses are poorly renovated. The area has many singles and small households, and it's very urban with a high address density.
What schools are near Catharinastraat?
There are several schools within walking distance. Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan (secondary) is just 78 metres away, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is 327 metres away. For primary education, Basisschool St. Joseph is about 637 metres from the house.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt at 612 metres, which is about a five-minute walk. SPAR and Albert Heijn are also within a ten-minute walk, at 636 and 884 metres respectively.
What is the public transport like?
Leiden Centraal train station is 1.6 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
How many homes like this are for sale in the area?
In the Rijndijkbuurt, there are currently 8 homes for sale. The average asking price is €609,438, and the median is €530,000. Homes here sell on average within 53 days.
