Pieterswijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Breestraat puts you right in the middle of Leiden's historic centre. At 27 m² it's compact, but the location is hard to beat. The price of €275,000 is 62% below the neighbourhood average of €716,500, partly because of the size, but it's still a keen entry point into the owner-occupied market. For more context, have a look at other studios in Leiden.
Pieterswijk is the lively heart of Leiden, packed with students, tourists and a constant buzz. One resident describes it as 'busy but cosy', noting the mix of daytime bustle and evening student life. They appreciate the many restaurants and the nearby supermarket, but mention that car access can be tricky and that greenery is limited. The neighbourhood is extremely urban, with over 5,900 addresses per km². Most households are single-person, and the average age is young. Read more about the neighbourhood Pieterswijk.
For daily groceries, SPAR is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza and Dirk are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Haanstra Basisschool and OBS Lucas van Leyden. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city's restaurants and cafés are on your doorstep. The municipality Leiden offers a compact urban lifestyle where most amenities are within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Ivo van der Leek Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Breestraat 54D, Leiden
Satisfactory · 1 resident
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.
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About Breestraat 54D, Leiden
The asking price is €275,000, which is 62% below the average asking price in Pieterswijk (€716,500). However, this studio is also much smaller than the neighbourhood average (27 m² vs 113 m²). Given the compact size and central location, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a studio in this area.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age (built in 1750). In Pieterswijk, 35.3% of homes have label C, and another 35.3% have label D or lower. A C label means moderate energy efficiency, you'll have reasonable heating costs but not the lowest bills.
Pieterswijk is very central, with a SPAR supermarket just around the corner and several other supermarkets within a five-minute walk. There are plenty of restaurants and cafés nearby. The train station is a ten-minute walk away. Car access is limited, as the resident review mentions, so walking, cycling or public transport are the best ways to get around.
Leiden Centraal station is 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. From there you can reach Amsterdam, The Hague and other cities.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance. Haanstra Basisschool is about 400 m away, OBS Lucas van Leyden is 500 m, and Vrije School Mareland is 600 m. Secondary schools are a bit further, at around 1.7 km.
There are currently 20 homes for sale in Pieterswijk, with prices ranging from €239,000 to €2,275,000. The average price per m² is €7,430, so this studio at €10,185 per m² is above that average, but that's typical for smaller units.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Pieterswijk
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