Maresingel 29A
Noorderkwartier, Leiden
A studio with history in Leiden-Noord
This studio on Maresingel 29A sits in the Noorderkwartier, a neighbourhood in Leiden-Noord where the streets have a lived-in feel. The building dates from 1905, so it carries over a century of character. With a living area of 43 square metres according to the BAG registration, the asking price of €335,000 works out at €7,791 per square metre. That price is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, studios in Leiden typically sell for less per square metre.
What the listing tells us
The listing is brief. It gives the property type, the year of construction and the energy label C, but does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms or bathrooms, nor any details about the garden, balcony or insulation. As a result, the layout and condition of the interior remain unknown. The energy label C suggests moderate energy performance, so heating costs will be noticeable but not extreme. The year of construction is a fact, nothing more.
Life in the Noorderkwartier
Residents give the Noorderkwartier an average score of 7.5 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I don't really have an experience but there are many nice people." Another adds: "Super good neighbourhood." A third review is less positive, describing the area as "Full of foreigners" with a score of 5.38. The neighbourhood has around 5,600 residents, and 54% of households are single-person. It is a diverse mix, with a large share of young adults aged 25 to 45. The Noorderkwartier neighbourhood is a compact urban area where the streets are close together.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, with SPAR and Albert Heijn. Primary school De Pionier is a couple of streets away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice De Singel Huisartsen is, and Boots Apotheek De Singel is nearby. Bus stops at Houtmarkt and Pelikaan are within a few minutes' walk, with lines 56 and 45, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Leiden offers all the amenities of a city centre. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 64 dB Lden, and industrial noise is also above the norm at 55 dB Lden. Railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the 1905 construction on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk from rivers is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Makelaarsgilde REMAX on Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 Maresingel 29A, Leiden
What is the asking price for this studio?
The asking price is €335,000. With a living area of 43 square metres according to the BAG registration, that works out at €7,791 per square metre. The price is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. The listing does not state the number of rooms or any other layout details.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is a moderate label, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The label does not tell you anything about the condition of the building itself. The year of construction is 1905, which is a fact about the age of the property, not a judgement on its state.
Is the WOZ value mentioned in the listing?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation on a reference date, and it is not included here. As a result, there is no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price, and no information about how the WOZ has developed over the past five years.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public address-level data, road traffic noise is 64 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Industrial noise is 55 dB Lden, also above the norm. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed in 1905 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The KCAF attention area notes that 93% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The pluvial flooding risk is elevated, meaning that heavy rainfall could cause water to pool in the area. The flood risk from rivers is low for both the current situation and 2050. Heat stress is medium for both now and 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Dirk is the nearest supermarket at 343 metres, just around the corner. SPAR is at 491 metres and Albert Heijn at 512 metres, both a couple of streets away. There are also other options within a short walk, including another Albert Heijn at 742 metres and Jumbo at 761 metres. In total, there are 43 supermarkets within five kilometres.
What schools are close to this studio?
Primary school De Pionier is at 252 metres, just around the corner. Vrije School Mareland is at 305 metres. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is at 637 metres, a ten-minute walk. There are 90 schools within five kilometres, so there is a wide choice in the wider area.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops are close by: Leiden, Houtmarkt at 338 metres with line 56, and Leiden, Pelikaan at 376 metres with lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Centraal train station is at 932 metres, about a ten-minute walk. The station offers national rail connections, though the listing does not specify which destinations.
What do residents say about the Noorderkwartier?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.5 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I don't really have an experience but there are many nice people." Another says: "Super good neighbourhood." A third review is negative, describing the area as "Full of foreigners" with a score of 5.38. The reviews are mixed.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms or bathrooms, nor any details about the garden, balcony or insulation. The floor area is given as 43 square metres according to the BAG registration.





