A compact studio in the heart of Leeuwarden
This studio on Oosterkade sits in the lively Hoek neighbourhood, right in the middle of Leeuwarden's historic centre. With 35 m², it's a compact home that's all about location. The last known rent of €621 was on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but that was the price for living in the centre. For context, studios in Leeuwarden show a range of options, and this one was priced accordingly. This home has not been online since 3 August 2026.
The Hoek neighbourhood
The Hoek neighbourhood is a mix of students and elderly residents, creating an in-between community. One resident describes it as "Lively, but cosy," though they also mention that the waste disposal site can be dirty and sometimes doesn't work. With 87% single-person households, it's a place where many live alone, and the streets are busy with young people. The urban feel is strong, with a high density of addresses.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Poiesz and SPAR are a couple of streets away. Jumbo and Lidl are within a ten-minute walk. For schools, the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a five-minute walk, and there are several primary schools nearby, including Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije and IKC de Kinderkoepel. The train station is about 1.4 km away, and the city centre is on your doorstep. The municipality of Leeuwarden offers all the amenities you'd expect from a provincial capital.
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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 Oosterkade 61, Leeuwarden
Was €621 a fair rent for this studio?
The rent of €621 was above the neighbourhood average of €800 for rentals, but that average included larger homes. For a studio of 35 m², the price per square metre was about €17.74, which was higher than the neighbourhood average of €3.06 per m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is an official registration from EP-Online. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Ekoplaza, just 214 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. Poiesz and SPAR are also close, at 363 and 386 metres respectively. Jumbo is 435 metres away, and Lidl is 710 metres. You'll have plenty of options for daily shopping.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within a short walk. The Stedelijk Gymnasium, a secondary school, is 527 metres away. For primary education, Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije is 566 metres, IKC de Kinderkoepel is 579 metres, and IKC Aventurijn is 622 metres. CSG Comenius, another secondary school, is 613 metres away.
How is the public transport connection?
The train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 17-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Hoek neighbourhood has a mix of students and elderly people, as one resident notes. It's lively but cosy, though the waste disposal site can be a problem. With 87% single-person households, it's a place where many live alone. The area is very urban, with a high address density.
