Noordvest, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Korte Mare sits in the lively centre of Leiden, with the market square and historic streets just a few minutes' walk away. At 34 m² it is a compact home, but the high ceilings and large windows give it a surprisingly spacious feel. The energy label C means it is reasonably efficient for a building from 1901. With a price of €275,000, this studio is keenly priced compared to other homes in the neighbourhood, it sits 61% below the average asking price of €702,727, partly because it is much smaller than the typical home here. For more context, see studios in Leiden.
Noordvest is the historic heart of Leiden, with canals, cobbled streets and a mix of students, young professionals and long-term residents. The neighbourhood has a high address density (5,968 per km²), so it feels bustling and urban. One resident says: 'Leiden city centre; more versatile than you think! As 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.' This review reflects the strong sense of community and pride in the area. Most homes here were built before 1945 (75%), and the neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households (805 out of 1,730 residents). For a deeper look at the area, check out the Noordvest neighbourhood.
For your morning coffee or a quick grocery run, Dirk is just 56 metres away, literally on your doorstep. SPAR is a couple of streets away, and Jumbo is a five-minute walk. For fresh bread or a bite to eat, there are restaurants within a three-minute walk. Families with children will find Vrije School Mareland and De Pionier nearby for primary education, while secondary schools like Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden are about a ten-minute walk away. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Leiden, which offers a wide range of cultural and recreational amenities.
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Details of this home
Korte Mare 32A, Leiden
Good · 1 resident
As 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!
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About Korte Mare 32A, Leiden
At €275,000, this studio is priced 61% below the average asking price in Noordvest (€702,727). However, it is also much smaller than the typical home in the neighbourhood (34 m² vs 112 m² average). Given its compact size and central location, the price is in line with what you would expect for a studio in this part of Leiden.
Noordvest is the historic centre of Leiden, with canals, old streets and a lively atmosphere. It has a high population density and a mix of students, young professionals and families. One resident describes it as 'the most beautiful city of cities' and says it feels like home. The area has many restaurants, shops and cultural venues within walking distance.
The nearest supermarket is Dirk, just 56 metres away on the same street. SPAR is 218 metres away, and Jumbo is 415 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a five-minute walk.
Primary schools within walking distance include Vrije School Mareland (240 metres) and De Pionier (613 metres). For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is about 952 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
Leiden Centraal station is 1.4 km from the studio, about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle ride. From there, you can reach Amsterdam, The Hague and other cities quickly.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home built in 1901. It means the home has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but you can expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 58.3% of homes have a label D or lower, so this studio is relatively efficient.
This studio is priced below the neighbourhood average and is compact, making it an affordable entry into Leiden's city centre. The central location and historic character may appeal to buyers looking for a pied-à-terre or a starter home. However, the small size means it may not suit everyone.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Noordvest
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