Haven 56A
Havenwijk-Noord, Leiden
NeighbourhoodA studio in the heart of Leiden
This ground-floor studio on Haven 56A sits in the middle of Leiden's historic centre, where the streets hum with student life and the market is just a stroll away. Built in 1825, the home carries a classic Dutch energy label E, so heating costs will be on the higher side. At €229,500 for 34 m², the asking price works out to €6,750 per m², which is on the high side compared with other studios in Leiden.
Inside the home
The studio comprises one room, which serves as both bedroom and living space, plus a separate bathroom. It sits on the ground floor of the building and has a total volume of 122 m³. The property is heated by a central heating boiler. It is municipal property subject to ground rent, but the ground rent has been bought off until 24 December 2061. There is a homeowners' association fee of €51 per month.
Havenwijk-Noord
Havenwijk-Noord is a compact neighbourhood of just over 600 residents, many of them students and young professionals. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.61 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident 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 am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden. The station is also nearby and everything can be visited by bus." The neighbourhood is lively, with a mix of historic buildings and modern conveniences, though some residents note the noise from students and partygoers. For more on the area, see the Havenwijk-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is easy: the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Hoogvliet a couple of streets away. De Pionier primary school is a five-minute walk, and the Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan secondary school is a ten-minute walk. The GP and pharmacy are both on your doorstep at De Singel. For public transport, bus line 56 stops at Leiden, Houtmarkt, just around the corner, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The city centre, with its restaurants and the town hall, is within the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this property. According to public address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is current flood risk, though heat stress is expected to rise to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels: Finke makelaars and Finke makelaars.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Haven 56A, Leiden
What is the asking price per square metre?
The asking price is €229,500 for a living area of 34 m², which works out to €6,750 per m² according to the agent's listing. This is a useful figure to compare with other studios in Leiden, though the final price will depend on what buyers are willing to pay.
How many rooms does the studio have?
The studio has one room, which functions as both living and sleeping space, plus a separate bathroom. It is located on the ground floor and has a total volume of 122 m³. The layout is compact, typical for a studio in the city centre.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, but it is not available here. Without it, you cannot compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is medium, according to public data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and the entire postcode area is a KCAF attention zone. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What public transport options are nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Houtmarkt, about 300 metres away, served by bus line 56. Leiden Centraal train station is approximately 1.5 km away, a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to travel within Leiden and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Havenwijk-Noord is a lively neighbourhood in the centre of Leiden, with many students and young professionals. Residents of the district rate it 7.61 out of 10. One resident mentions the convenience of having everything close by, though there is a lack of green space and some noise from students.
Are there supermarkets within walking distance?
Yes, there are several supermarkets nearby. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 480 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is at 508 metres. A Hoogvliet is at 568 metres, and a Dekamarkt at 806 metres, so you have plenty of options for groceries.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity. The label is based on the building's characteristics, but it does not tell you about the condition of the construction.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, there is a homeowners' association fee of €51 per month. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas and building insurance.
What is the ground rent situation?
The property is municipal property subject to ground rent, but the ground rent has been bought off until 24 December 2061. This means you do not have to pay annual ground rent until that date, which is a positive for the buyer.
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Experiences from Binnenstad-Noord
How residents experience their district
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. You occasionally see a tree, but you can't really call it green. Some initiative in this regard would be a good improvement. I am satisfied with almost all other aspects. For example, the supermarket, pharmacy and GP are nearby, and the underground waste bins are very convenient. The only other downside is that there is often a lot of noise from students and partygoers, but nothing unexpected. It's also true that there isn't really a strong neighbourhood feel. There are a few neighbours with whom we occasionally have a drink, but I don't even speak to the majority. This can be attributed to the fact that many students live here and is therefore not a serious drawback for me.
Auto-translated to English by AIAs the most beautiful city of cities, Leiden is at the top. There are beautiful old streets, the market and the town hall. I really love hearing that peculiar 'r', Leiden feels like home. And let them talk about what could be better, should be better and would be better. There is always something that could be better, but Leiden really, I love you!
Auto-translated to English by AII moved here two months ago and am very satisfied. I am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden. The station is also nearby and everything can be visited by bus. I don't feel unsafe when I come home late at night, as the neighbourhood is lively and so far there are no weird types around. In terms of nature, it could be better, but you can't expect that in the middle of a city. Fortunately, you only have to cycle or run a short distance to discover nature. It's a shame there is so little housing, while so many students are looking for a room, because I would definitely recommend the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuite a lot of nuisance but otherwise always cosy and easily accessible
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood in the centre and close to shops etc
Auto-translated to English by AIYou have everything you would expect in a historic city centre: shops, market, lots of hospitality with terraces, culture, water and boats, events, nice neighbours young and old, etc. Only for forests and mountains you have to go further away.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Binnenstad-Noord
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €579,081 | €480,595 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,881 | – |
| Rent price | €2,288 p/m | €2,276 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 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".
Auto-translated to English by AII enjoy living here.
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 | €583,446 | €531,463 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,080 | – |
| Rent price | €1,943 p/m | €1,915 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
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