Lorentzkade 24
Professorenwijk-West, Leiden
AreaA grand home on the water
This semi-detached house on the Lorentzkade sits right on the water in Professorenwijk-West, a leafy part of Leiden where the streets feel calm and the park is close by. With its open position and free view, it is a home that makes the most of its setting. The asking price of €1,287,000 is on the high side, which is precomputed against the neighbourhood average asking price of €809,333. For context, that is 59% above the average, and the price per square metre of €5,958 is 7% higher than the neighbourhood average. If you are looking at [semi-detached houses in Leiden], this one stands out for its size and position.
Inside the house
Built in 1936, this home spans five floors and offers 7 rooms, including 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The living area is listed as 216 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 231 m²; the plot is 235 m² according to both. There are three gardens: a side garden of 31 m², a back garden of 31 m², and a second back garden of 63 m². The agent notes insulation in the roof and walls, plus double glazing, and the heating runs on a central heating boiler with an open fireplace. The energy label is C. The home is set by the water, next to a park, in a residential area, with an open and free view.
Life in Professorenwijk-West
Residents give this neighbourhood an average score of 8.34, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station! The centre is also nice and close. The people are friendly and not loud. There's a lot of greenery and a park nearby. It's great!" Another notes: "It is always quiet to live there, but when you need something from specific shops, it is necessary to leave the village. This also applies to restaurants or clubs, for example. It is a beautiful area along the water, but real parks or forests are missing here." A third resident mentions it is "full of youth and children playing outside" and a good place for a dog. The neighbourhood has around 2,930 residents, and 36% of households have children. For a closer look at [the Professorenwijk-West neighbourhood], the reviews paint a picture of a quiet, green area with a strong community feel.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. The GP, Huisartsen Centrum Roodenburg, is just around the corner, and the Zuider Apotheek Leiden pharmacy is a couple of streets away. For groceries, PLUS, Dekamarkt, and Hoogvliet are all within a five-minute walk. The Lorentzschool primary school is a couple of streets away, and the Da Vinci College Lammenschans secondary school is also close. Public transport is well served: bus stops at Lorentzkade and Leliestraat are just around the corner, with lines 1, 2, 4, 45, and 54. Leiden Lammenschans train station is a five-minute walk. The Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Leiden], a city known for its historic centre and university.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the records, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. There are also no risk indications recorded for this address, such as noise, foundation, or flooding concerns. This means the data sheet is limited to what the agent has provided, and the home's condition and surroundings are best assessed in person.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Ivo van der Leek Makelaardij and listings on Vastgoed Nederland and Huispedia. The main agent is Ivo van der Leek Makelaardij.
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About Lorentzkade 24, Leiden
What is the asking price for this home?
The asking price is €1,287,000. This is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €809,333, which is 59% higher. The price per square metre is €5,958, based on the agent's listed living area of 216 m². The neighbourhood average price per square metre is €5,551.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
The home has 7 rooms in total, including 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 5 floors. The living area is listed as 216 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 231 m². There are three gardens: a side garden of 31 m², a back garden of 31 m², and a second back garden of 63 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared to the most efficient homes, but lower than the least efficient ones. The agent notes insulation in the roof and walls, plus double glazing, which can help keep heating costs down. The heating runs on a central heating boiler with an open fireplace.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the records for this property. The WOZ is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not available here. Without it, there is no official comparison to make with the asking price. The asking price of €1,287,000 stands on its own.
Are there any risk indications for this address?
There are no risk indications recorded for this address in the data. This means there is no information on noise levels, foundation risks, or flooding concerns for this specific location. The absence of recorded risks does not confirm the absence of any issues, but no area-level indications are available.
What amenities are nearby?
The GP, Huisartsen Centrum Roodenburg, is just around the corner, and the Zuider Apotheek Leiden pharmacy is a couple of streets away. For groceries, PLUS, Dekamarkt, and Hoogvliet are all within a five-minute walk. The Lorentzschool primary school is a couple of streets away, and the Da Vinci College Lammenschans secondary school is also close.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stops at Lorentzkade and Leliestraat are just around the corner, with lines 1, 2, 4, 45, and 54. Leiden Lammenschans train station is a five-minute walk away. This makes it easy to get around Leiden and beyond without a car.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents give Professorenwijk-West an average score of 8.34, based on three reviews. One resident says it is close to everything, including the station and the centre, with friendly people and lots of greenery. Another notes it is quiet, but that specific shops and restaurants require leaving the area. A third mentions it is full of youth and children playing outside.
How does the price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,287,000 is 59% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €809,333. The price per square metre of €5,958 is 7% higher than the neighbourhood average of €5,551. The home is larger than average, with 216 m² compared to the neighbourhood average of 157 m².
