A compact studio in the heart of Leiden
This studio on Kruitschip 44 sits in Levendaal-West, a lively part of Leiden's historic centre. The building dates from 1892 and carries an energy label B. With a living area of 27 m² according to the BAG registration, this is a compact home. The last known asking price of €220,000 was 59% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €532,000, which put it on the low side for the area. For context, [studios in Leiden]( /koopwoningen/leiden/studios/ ) typically command a different price point. This home has not been online since 21 September 2026.
The home itself
The studio offers a single living space of 27 m², as registered in the BAG. The agent did not provide further details on layout, bedrooms, or outdoor space in the listing. The home was built in 1892, so it has a long history in this central location. The energy label B suggests reasonable efficiency, though specific insulation details are not mentioned.
Levendaal-West
Levendaal-West is a compact neighbourhood with around 1,100 residents, many living alone. Residents across the municipality of Leiden give their living experience an average score of 7.46 out of 10, based on 38 reviews. One resident says: "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." Another notes: "Cosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park." The neighbourhood has a high address density, typical of a very strongly urban area. For more on the area, see [the Levendaal-West neighbourhood]( /buurt/levendaal-west-leiden/ ).
Amenities and transport
The daily routine here is easy. Hoogvliet supermarket is on your doorstep, with Ekoplaza just around the corner. OBS Lucas van Leyden primary school is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Cazander is a five-minute walk, and Zuider Apotheek Leiden is nearby too. Bus stops at Korevaarstraat and Hogewoerd are just around the corner, with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 54, 56, 169 and 3, 45, 56, 400, 401, N40 respectively. Leiden Lammenschans train station is a ten-minute walk. [The municipality of Leiden]( /gemeente/leiden/ ) offers a full range of urban amenities.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €211,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sat 4% above this valuation. The WOZ has developed over the past five years, though the specific change is not detailed here. Regarding address risks, the road traffic noise level is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and pluvial flooding risk is low. Heat stress is currently medium and projected to remain medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via Frisia 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Kruitschip 44, Leiden
What was the asking price for this studio?
The asking price was €220,000. This was 59% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €532,000, and the price per square metre based on the BAG living area of 27 m² was €8,148. The home was priced on the low side compared to other listings in Levendaal-West.
What is the living area of this studio?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 27 m². This is 69% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 88 m². The agent did not provide additional floor area details in the listing, so the BAG figure was the only stated measurement.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value was €211,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €220,000 was 4% above this municipal valuation. The WOZ value was set by the municipality and reflected the value on the reference date, not the current market price.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is based on area-level data from KCAF, noting that the building was constructed before 1970, in 1892, and that 33% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The road traffic noise level is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are near this studio?
Hoogvliet supermarket is on your doorstep at 125 metres, and Ekoplaza is just around the corner at 216 metres. SPAR and Dekamarkt are also within a short walk at 417 and 464 metres respectively. Albert Heijn is slightly further at 626 metres.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Korevaarstraat at 102 metres, serving lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 54, 56 and 169. Leiden, Hogewoerd at 187 metres offers lines 3, 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Lammenschans train station is 967 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What schools are close to this home?
OBS Lucas van Leyden primary school is 287 metres away, and Haanstra Basisschool is 300 metres away. Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is at 586 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.4 km away. Several other primary schools are within a kilometre.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Leiden give an average score of 7.46 out of 10, based on 38 reviews. One resident mentions the great amenities within reach, while another appreciates the nearby park. These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood.
What is the heat stress risk at this address?
The heat stress indication is currently medium, and it is projected to remain medium by 2050. This is an area-level indication from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a measurement of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is low for both the current situation and 2050.
