Galgewater 8A
Academiewijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodA waterside home in the heart of Leiden
This home on Galgewater 8A sits right on the water in the Academiewijk, in the middle of Leiden's historic centre. With the canal at your doorstep and a free view, it feels like a peaceful retreat in the middle of the city. The asking price of €689,000 is 18% below the average asking price of €837,433 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared to the local market. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,926, while this home is listed at €9,187 per m². If you're looking for a compact home in a prime spot, this could be worth a look. See other [homes in Leiden]( /koopwoningen/leiden/) for comparison.
A compact home with modern comforts
The agent describes this as a house with 2 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom on a single floor. The living area is listed at 75 m², with a volume of 150 m³. The home features underfloor heating throughout and is offered as freehold ownership. The setting is described as 'aan vaarwater, aan water, in centrum en vrij uitzicht', meaning it's on navigable water, in the centre, with a free view. The energy label is C, which is a mid-range label, so expect moderate energy costs. The home has been listed since 3 August 2026. Note that the listing does not state the property type, floor area, or year of construction, so some details are missing.
Life in the Academiewijk
The Academiewijk is a lively, historic neighbourhood in Leiden, with a mix of students and long-term residents. According to CBS data, the neighbourhood has about 1,940 inhabitants, with a high proportion of young adults aged 15-25 (39%). It's a dense urban area, with an address density of 5,351 per km², making it very strongly urban. Residents across the municipality of Leiden give their living environment an average score of 7.46 out of 10, based on 38 reviews. One resident says: 'Living here is fantastic. Beautiful, spacious and affordable apartment with 90m2 floor area. Indoor route to the supermarket. GP and the usual shops like Etos, Kruidvat, Bruna, Hema on the nearby square. Bus lines and main roads within 5 minutes. Also enough schools at every level. In short, "a place to be".' Another resident mentions: 'Cosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park. However, too few shops, so little choice unfortunately.' These reviews reflect the broader municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood. For more on the area, see [the Academiewijk neighbourhood]( /buurt/academiewijk-leiden/).
Amenities and transport at a glance
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several other options within a short walk, including AH to go, Aldi, SPAR, and Dirk. For primary education, Haanstra Basisschool is a ten-minute walk away, and there are other schools nearby. The nearest GP is Wiersma-van der Hulst Huisartsen, a couple of streets away, and the Centraal Apotheek Leiden is just around the corner. The Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Leiden, Kort Rapenburg is on your doorstep, with lines 5, 182, 183, and 187. Leiden Centraal train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers all this and more, as you can see on [the municipality of Leiden]( /gemeente/leiden/).
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this home, so we cannot compare it to the asking price or show its development over time. According to public risk data at the address level, the noise level from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail, air, and industrial noise are below the standards. The foundation risk indication is low, but note that this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is elevated, current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are also area-level indications.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Oudshoorn makelaardij and their listing on Funda.
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About Galgewater 8A, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €689,000 is 18% below the average asking price of €837,433 for homes currently for sale in the Academiewijk. The median asking price is €617,500, so this home is above that. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,926, while this home is listed at €9,187 per m², which is higher per square metre. However, the home is smaller than average, so the total price is relatively low.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this is a house with 2 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom on a single floor. The living area is 75 m², and the volume is 150 m³. The home has underfloor heating throughout and is offered as freehold ownership. The setting is described as being on navigable water, in the centre, with a free view. The energy label is C.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for property taxes, but it is not available here. Without it, we cannot compare the asking price to the official valuation or show how the value has developed over the past five years.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public risk data indicates that road traffic noise is 60 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Rail noise is 38 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 43 dB Lden, and industrial noise is 46 dB Lden, all below the standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, just around the corner at about 335 metres. Other options within a short walk include AH to go, Aldi, SPAR, and Dirk, all within about 550 metres. This gives you plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Academiewijk is a very urban neighbourhood with about 1,940 inhabitants, many of whom are young adults aged 15-25. Residents across the municipality of Leiden give their living environment an average score of 7.46 out of 10. One resident mentions the convenience of amenities, while another notes the lack of shops and some issues with the park. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
How far is the nearest train station?
Leiden Centraal train station is about 629 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This gives you direct access to national rail connections. The nearest bus stop, Leiden, Kort Rapenburg, is just 85 metres away, with lines 5, 182, 183, and 187.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. However, this is an area-level indication based on the postcode area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built before 1970, which is a factor in the risk assessment.
Are there any climate risks for this property?
Public climate data indicates that pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated, current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not specific to this property. They give an idea of potential climate-related challenges in the area.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the property type, floor area, or year of construction. These fields are missing from the agent's publication.
Statistics for Academiewijk
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €837,433 | €617,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,926 | – |
| Rent price | €1,970 p/m | €1,970 p/m |
Experiences from Binnenstad-Zuid
How residents experience their district
It's right in the centre of Leiden, between the 3 associations. There's not only daytime bustle from tourists but also in the evening from all the students walking through the neighbourhood. Personally, I find it very cosy and not disturbing. Furthermore, there are plenty of nice little restaurants and a supermarket nearby. You live close to the water and the Hortus, so there's plenty to do. Unfortunately, getting into this neighbourhood by car is a bit of a course because you're not allowed everywhere and sometimes you have to take huge detours. In my opinion, there isn't enough greenery in the neighbourhood; we do have a park, but more trees could be planted in the streets and surroundings. Most of the greenery is often from the people who live there, not from the municipality. Otherwise, I'd say the housing situation is fine. There are some association houses, owner-occupied houses, and plenty of rental properties.
Auto-translated to English by AINice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Binnenstad-Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €661,667 | €542,625 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,469 | – |
| Rent price | €2,172 p/m | €2,332 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €39 p/m | – |
Experiences from Leiden
How residents experience their municipality
Living here is fantastic. Beautiful, spacious and affordable apartment with 90m2 floor area. Indoor route to the supermarket. GP and the usual shops like Etos, Kruidvat, Bruna, Hema on the nearby square. Bus lines and main roads within 5 minutes. Also enough schools at every level. In short, "a place to be".
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Auto-translated to English by AICosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park. However, too few shops, so little choice unfortunately. Only the park is not lit and there are regularly homeless people who also sleep in the bushes! The park is well maintained though. In short, I am very satisfied with the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a rather detached part of Leiden, with a strange mix of student complexes and houses. A lot of noise nuisance.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, everyone chats with each other on the street. We are kept well informed about what is happening in the neighbourhood via a newsletter. And then an information evening is held. In the playground, the neighbourhood police officer could patrol the area more often.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey keep an eye on each other. Everyone has a chat every now and then. More and more young families with children are moving in, so there's a bit more going on. Children playing, nice for the elderly who no longer work but are at home or alone.
Auto-translated to English by AIPolice often around. On the grass field where children play, dogs are often walked and the owners leave the dog poop lying around.
Auto-translated to English by AII don't really have an experience but there are many nice people
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Leiden
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €583,886 | €529,793 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,052 | – |
| Rent price | €1,945 p/m | €1,905 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
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Galgewater 8A, Leiden
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