Pieterswijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Pieterskerkgracht puts you right in the middle of Leiden's historic centre, surrounded by canals, restaurants and the lively student vibe. At 37 m² it's compact, but the location is hard to beat. With a price of €239,000 it's the cheapest home currently for sale in the neighbourhood and 67% below the average asking price, a keen entry point into the market. For more context, see studios in Leiden.
Pieterswijk is the historic heart of Leiden, packed with students, tourists and a constant buzz. One resident describes it as 'busy but cosy': 'It's right in the centre of Leiden, between the 3 associations. There's not only daytime bustle from tourists but also in the evening from all the students walking through the neighbourhood. Personally, I find it very cosy and not disturbing.' The same resident notes that getting around by car can be tricky and that greenery is limited. Most homes here date from before 1945, and the area has a very high address density of 5,945 per km². Find out more about the Pieterswijk neighbourhood.
Daily life here revolves around the city centre. For groceries, SPAR is just around the corner, Ekoplaza a couple of streets away, and Dirk, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are all within a ten-minute walk. Primary schools include Haanstra Basisschool (a five-minute walk) and OBS Lucas van Leyden (a couple of streets away). The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the nearest park is a couple of streets away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Leiden.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including RE/MAX and Makelaarsgilde REMAX.
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At €239,000 this is the cheapest home currently for sale in Pieterswijk and 67% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €716,500. The floor area of 37 m² is also smaller than the neighbourhood average of 113 m². Given the compact size and central location, the price is keen compared to other listings in the area.
The energy label is C. This is an official registration from EP-Online. Label C is in the middle of the scale, meaning the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. In Pieterswijk, 35.3% of homes have label C, and another 35.3% have label D or lower.
Pieterswijk is very central, with restaurants a stone's throw away and a SPAR supermarket just around the corner. The area is busy with students and tourists, especially in the evenings. One resident finds it cosy rather than disturbing. Car access can be difficult due to restrictions, and greenery is limited.
Leiden Centraal train station is 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
The property is listed as a studio, so it is a single open-plan living space with a separate kitchen and bathroom. The exact layout is not described in the listing.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. The plot size is not stated, so it is not possible to confirm any private outdoor space.
The neighbourhood review notes that getting around by car can be tricky due to restrictions and detours. On-street parking in the city centre is likely limited and may require a permit.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It's right in the centre of Leiden, between the 3 associations. There's not only daytime bustle from tourists but also in the evening from all the students walking through the neighbourhood. Personally, I find it very cosy and not disturbing. Furthermore, there are plenty of nice little restaurants and a supermarket nearby. You live close to the water and the Hortus, so there's plenty to do. Unfortunately, getting into this neighbourhood by car is a bit of a course because you're not allowed everywhere and sometimes you have to take huge detours. In my opinion, there isn't enough greenery in the neighbourhood; we do have a park, but more trees could be planted in the streets and surroundings. Most of the greenery is often from the people who live there, not from the municipality. Otherwise, I'd say the housing situation is fine. There are some association houses, owner-occupied houses, and plenty of rental properties.
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| Sale price | €732,647 | €675,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,895 | – |
| Rent price | €2,582 p/m | €2,575 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €48 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
It's right in the centre of Leiden, between the 3 associations. There's not only daytime bustle from tourists but also in the evening from all the students walking through the neighbourhood. Personally, I find it very cosy and not disturbing. Furthermore, there are plenty of nice little restaurants and a supermarket nearby. You live close to the water and the Hortus, so there's plenty to do. Unfortunately, getting into this neighbourhood by car is a bit of a course because you're not allowed everywhere and sometimes you have to take huge detours. In my opinion, there isn't enough greenery in the neighbourhood; we do have a park, but more trees could be planted in the streets and surroundings. Most of the greenery is often from the people who live there, not from the municipality. Otherwise, I'd say the housing situation is fine. There are some association houses, owner-occupied houses, and plenty of rental properties.
Auto-translated to English by AINice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €675,142 | €547,258 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,571 | – |
| Rent price | €2,380 p/m | €2,363 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €38 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
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. Bus lines and main roads within 5 minutes. Also enough schools at every level. In short, "a place to be".
Auto-translated to English by AII enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park. However, too few shops, so little choice unfortunately. Only the park is not lit and there are regularly homeless people who also sleep in the bushes! The park is well maintained though. In short, I am very satisfied with the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a rather detached part of Leiden, with a strange mix of student complexes and houses. A lot of noise nuisance.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, everyone chats with each other on the street. We are kept well informed about what is happening in the neighbourhood via a newsletter. And then an information evening is held. In the playground, the neighbourhood police officer could patrol the area more often.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey keep an eye on each other. Everyone has a chat every now and then. More and more young families with children are moving in, so there's a bit more going on. Children playing, nice for the elderly who no longer work but are at home or alone.
Auto-translated to English by AIPolice often around. On the grass field where children play, dogs are often walked and the owners leave the dog poop lying around.
Auto-translated to English by AII don't really have an experience but there are many nice people
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €588,588 | €534,315 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,131 | – |
| Rent price | €1,940 p/m | €1,893 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
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