A studio in the heart of Leiden
This studio on Korte Mare 34G sits in the middle of Leiden's historic centre, where the streets are lively and everything you need is close by. The home was built in 1901 and carries energy label G, the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. At €225,000, the asking price is keen compared with the average asking price of €498,000 in the neighbourhood. It is also the cheapest of the 13 homes currently for sale in this area. For more context, you can compare it with other studios in Leiden.
What the home offers
According to the agent, this studio has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom on a single floor, with a volume of 110 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 35 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 28 m². The home is situated in the centre of Leiden, as the agent notes. There is no mention of a garden, balcony or garage in the listing.
The Noordvest neighbourhood
Noordvest is a compact neighbourhood within Leiden's Binnenstad-Noord district, home to about 1,685 people. Most households are single-person, at 70 percent, and the average household size is 1.4. Residents of the district give 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 reviews reflect a lively, student-heavy area where noise from students and partygoers is common, but residents generally feel safe. For more on the area, see the Noordvest neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, with a SPAR just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Vrije School Mareland, is a couple of streets away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsencentrum Leiden is a ten-minute walk, and the Centraal Apotheek Leiden is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop Leiden, Energiepark is on your doorstep, served by lines 45, 400, 401 and N40, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers a rich urban environment, as described on the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. According to area-level risk data, the road traffic noise is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail, air and industry noise are all 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. Climate indications for the area include elevated pluvial flooding risk, low flood risk now and in 2050, and medium heat stress now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Muns Makelaarshuis and Muns Makelaarshuis on Pararius.
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Frequently asked questions
About Korte Mare 34G, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €225,000 is 55 percent below the average asking price of €498,000 for homes currently for sale in Noordvest. It is also the cheapest of the 13 homes on the market in this neighbourhood. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 35 m², is €6,429, which is 5 percent below the neighbourhood average per square metre.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, the home has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The volume is 110 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 35 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 28 m². The home is situated in the centre of Leiden, as stated by the agent.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared with more efficient homes. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. In the neighbourhood, most homes for sale have a better energy label, but this home's label is G.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to area-level data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, in 1901, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone where 100 percent of properties were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this home?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail noise is 34 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, and industry noise is 45 dB Lden, all below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on reference years 2022 to 2024, not measurements at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is just 49 metres away, on your doorstep. A SPAR is 217 metres away, and a Jumbo is 421 metres away. An Albert Heijn is 559 metres away, and an AH to go is 612 metres away. With 45 supermarkets within five kilometres, you have plenty of options for groceries.
How close is the nearest school?
The nearest primary school is Vrije School Mareland, 238 metres away. Other primary schools within a short distance include De Pionier at 606 metres and Haanstra Basisschool at 783 metres. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is 948 metres away. The nearest childcare centre is 400 metres away.
What public transport options are available?
The bus stop Leiden, Energiepark is 97 metres away, served by lines 45, 400, 401 and N40. The stop Leiden, Nieuwe Beestenmarkt is 288 metres away, with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 54, 56, 169, 182, 183 and 187. Leiden Centraal train station is 680 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give 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 notes: "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 reviews mention a lively, student-heavy area with some noise but a general feeling of safety.
Is there a risk of flooding or heat stress in this area?
Area-level climate data indicates an elevated risk of pluvial flooding, meaning flooding from heavy rain. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not specific to this property.
