A studio in the heart of Leiden
This studio on the third floor of a 1981 portiekflat sits right in the centre of Leiden, on the Langegracht. It is a compact home with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The asking price was €285,000. For more context, you can compare it with other studios in Leiden. This home has not been online since 17 October 2026.
The home itself
The flat had a living area of 42 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration listed 43 m². It comes with a sun terrace of 7 m² facing southwest, and there is a balcony as well. The home had double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it was offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association contribution was €187.50. The property was located on the third floor of the building, and the agent described the setting as in the centre.
Life in Noordvest
Noordvest is a small neighbourhood within the Binnenstad-Noord district, and it is home to about 1,685 people. Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 7.61, 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 resident adds: "I moved here two months ago and am very satisfied. I am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden." The reviews reflect a lively, student-heavy area, with one resident noting that "there is often a lot of noise from students and partygoers, but nothing unexpected." For a closer look at the area, see the Noordvest neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Dirk and SPAR are a couple of streets away. For primary education, De Pionier is on your doorstep, and the Vrije School Mareland is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is De Singel Huisartsen, Praktijk Weijenborg, just around the corner, and the Boots Apotheek De Singel is nearby as well. For public transport, the bus stop Leiden, Houtmarkt is on your doorstep, with line 56, and Leiden, Pelikaan is just around the corner, serving lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. All of this sits within the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home was €288,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 1% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 58%, from €182,000 to €288,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 66 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though this is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, and the current flood risk is low, as is the 2050 projection. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to remain medium in 2050.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Den Elsen Makelaardij B.V. on Funda.
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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 Langegracht 163D, Leiden
What was the asking price for this studio?
The asking price was €285,000. The home was a studio with a living area of 42 m² according to the agent. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listing, was €6,786. No further price comparison was provided in the listing.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, the home had two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was 42 m² per the agent, while the BAG registration listed 43 m². There is a sun terrace of 7 m² facing southwest and a balcony. The property is on the third floor of a portiekflat.
What was the WOZ value and how did it compare to the asking price?
The WOZ value was €288,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 1% below the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the WOZ development over the past five years?
The WOZ value had risen by 58% between 2020 and 2025, from €182,000 to €288,000. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development reflected the municipal valuation, not the actual selling price.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise at this address is 66 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is based on area-level data from KCAF, which notes that 75% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970. It is not an inspection of this specific property, so it should be seen as a general indication rather than a definitive assessment.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and is projected to remain low in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to stay medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is the Albert Heijn, about 319 metres away. The Dirk is at 569 metres, the SPAR at 590 metres, and another Albert Heijn at 600 metres. A Hoogvliet is at 710 metres. All are within a short walk from the home.
What schools are close to this studio?
The nearest primary school is De Pionier, at 168 metres. The Vrije School Mareland is at 631 metres, and De Springplank at 827 metres. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (locatie Socrates) is at 839 metres. All are within walking distance.
How far is the nearest GP and pharmacy?
The nearest GP is De Singel Huisartsen, Praktijk Weijenborg, at 352 metres. The pharmacy, Boots Apotheek De Singel Leiden, is at 349 metres. Both are just a few minutes' walk from the home, making healthcare easily accessible.
What public transport options are available?
The bus stop Leiden, Houtmarkt is at 24 metres, serving line 56. Leiden, Pelikaan is at 181 metres, with lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden, Hooigracht is at 367 metres, with line 3. Leiden Centraal train station is at 1,251 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the Binnenstad-Noord district give an average score of 7.61, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Everything is close by. I also think it's beautiful. Unfortunately, there is a lack of nature." Another notes: "I don't feel unsafe when I come home late at night, as the neighbourhood is lively." The reviews mention student noise and a limited sense of community.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners' association contribution was €187.50. This was stated in the listing. The fee covers the costs of the shared building, but the specific services included were not detailed in the listing.
