A studio with a view over the water
This studio on the Oude Vest sits right in the middle of Leiden, with the water practically on your doorstep. The home is on the first floor of a building from 1750, which gives it a real sense of history. The asking price is €375,000. For context, the average asking price for studios in Leiden is €396,500, so this one sits below that, but the price per square metre is steep.
The home itself
According to the agent, this studio has two rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 41 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 43 m². The home has double glazing and floor insulation, and heating is provided by a combi boiler. It is full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €18.59. The setting is described as being on navigable water, in the centre, with a free view.
The Marewijk neighbourhood
Marewijk is a lively part of Leiden's city centre, and residents of the wider district give it 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 mention noise from students and partygoers, but also that the area feels safe at night. About 40% of the neighbourhood's 2,955 residents are between 15 and 25 years old, which fits the student vibe. For more on the area, see the Marewijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is easy. The Dirk and SPAR supermarkets are just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary education, De Pionier is a five-minute walk, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium is about a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsencentrum Leiden, Huisartsenpraktijk R.A. van Randeraat, and the Centraal Apotheek is a couple of streets away. For public transport, the bus stop Leiden, Pelikaan is just around the corner, with lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. All of this is part of the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €311,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 21% above the WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen from €237,000 in 2021 to €311,000 in 2025. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail, air and industry noise are all below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate data shows a low risk of pluvial flooding, a medium current flood risk, and medium heat stress now and in 2050.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kerkvliet 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.
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About Oude Vest 139B, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 21% above the WOZ value of €311,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased from €237,000 in 2021 to €311,000 in 2025, which reflects a steady upward trend.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this studio has two rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 41 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 43 m². The home is on the first floor of a building from 1750, and it has double glazing and floor insulation.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing and floor insulation, which supports the label. However, the label itself does not say anything about the structural condition of the building.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on public data from KCAF. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1750, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone, with 100% of properties built before 1970. This information is meant to give you an idea of the potential risk, not a definitive assessment.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail noise is 33 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, and industry noise is 45 dB Lden, all of which are below the norm. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Dirk and SPAR supermarkets are both about 250 metres away, just around the corner. The Albert Heijn is about 290 metres away, also a short walk. For organic options, Ekoplaza is about 600 metres away, and Jumbo is about 700 metres away. So daily groceries are very convenient.
Which schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is De Pionier, about 390 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. The Vrije School Mareland is about 400 metres away, and Haanstra Basisschool is about 790 metres away. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is about 925 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Pelikaan, about 220 metres away, with lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. There are also stops at Houtmarkt and Hooigracht within 400 metres. Leiden Centraal train station is about 965 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. So you have good options for getting around.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give it 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." Another mentions: "I don't feel unsafe when I come home late at night, as the neighbourhood is lively." Some note a lack of nature and noise from students, but overall the reviews are positive.
What is the HOA fee for this property?
The monthly HOA fee is €18.59. This is a relatively low fee, which is typical for a small studio.
