A historic end-of-terrace house on Oude Vest
This end-of-terrace house on Oude Vest sits right in the heart of Leiden, with the canals and cobbled streets just outside your door. Built in 1750, it has a floor area of 131 m² and a small plot of 55 m². The last known asking price of €725,000 was 38% above the neighbourhood average of €525,679, which was in line with its size, the home was 72% larger than the typical 76 m² in the area. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Leiden vary widely in price and condition. This home has not been online since 10 August 2026.
Marewijk: a lively student neighbourhood
Marewijk is a dense, urban neighbourhood in the centre of Leiden, with an address density of over 6,000 addresses per km². It's home to about 3,000 people, mostly young adults, nearly 40% are between 15 and 25, and another 37% are 25 to 45. Households are small (average 1.3 people), and 16% of homes are owner-occupied. Two residents shared their thoughts: "Functional and everything is close by except nature" (score 6.88) and "Lively neighbourhood for students" (score 7.0). One says: "My neighbourhood is in the centre of Leiden, so everything is close by. I also think it's beautiful. Unfortunately, there is a lack of nature." Another adds: "I moved here two months ago and am very satisfied. I am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 6.94 out of 10. The Marewijk neighbourhood is known for its central location and student vibe.
Daily life on Oude Vest
For your daily shopping, Dirk and SPAR are just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Vrije School Mareland and De Pionier, both about a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is about a ten-minute walk. The city centre with its restaurants, cafés and shops is on your doorstep, the nearest restaurant is just 0.1 km away. The municipality of Leiden offers a compact, historic environment with all amenities close at hand.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including Kerkvliet Makelaars. The energy label was G, the least efficient label, so expect high heating costs.
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About Oude Vest 133, Leiden
Was €725,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price of €725,000 was 38% above the neighbourhood average of €525,679. However, this home is also 72% larger than the typical 76 m² in Marewijk. The price per square metre worked out at about €5,534, which was below the neighbourhood average of €7,152 per m². So while the total price was high, it reflected the larger floor area.
What is the energy label G and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale from A to G. The label is an official registration from EP-Online and does not necessarily indicate the condition of the insulation or heating system, it could be due to the heating installation or ventilation.
How is the neighbourhood Marewijk for daily life?
Marewijk is a very central, lively neighbourhood in Leiden. Supermarkets like Dirk, SPAR and Albert Heijn are within a few minutes' walk. There are also several primary schools nearby. The area is popular with students and young adults, so it can be noisy at times, but residents appreciate the convenience and safety. Nature is limited, but the city centre and station are close.
What is the public transport like from Oude Vest?
Leiden Centraal station is 1.7 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood is well served by buses, and the city centre is easily walkable.
How many bedrooms does this house have?
The floor area is 131 m², but the layout and room count are not provided.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The plot size was 55 m², but the listing did not specify whether this included a garden, terrace or courtyard. No outdoor space is mentioned in the description.
What is the condition of the property?
The year of construction was 1750, but the listing did not provide any information about the condition of the roof, installations, or other elements. The energy label G suggested high energy costs, but the actual state of the building was not described. A viewing would be necessary to assess the condition.
