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Tuinstadwijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis studio sits in a pre-war building on a street that feels quietly urban, with the bustle of Leiden just a short walk away. At 44 m² it is compact, but the high ceilings and large windows typical of the era give it a surprisingly airy feel. The energy label is E, so heating costs are something to factor in. At €335,000 it is the cheapest of the 13 homes currently for sale in Tuinstadwijk, and 61% below the neighbourhood average asking price, a keen entry point into this part of Leiden. For context, studios in Leiden vary widely in price and condition.
Tuinstadwijk is a dense, early-20th-century neighbourhood with a mix of families and singles, about a quarter of households have children, and half are one-person households. The area feels lived-in and unpretentious. One resident sums it up: "Police often around. On the grass field where children play, dogs are often walked and the owners leave the dog poop lying around." That single review gives a mixed picture: the neighbourhood has its rough edges, but also a strong sense of everyday life. The neighbourhood Tuinstadwijk is known for its compact housing and central location.
For daily groceries, the SPAR is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is on your doorstep, and Basisschool De Ley is a couple of streets away. The municipality Leiden offers a wide range of amenities, from museums to parks, all within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Den Elsen Makelaardij B.V. and appears on several property portals.
Details of this home
Schelpenkade 42A, Leiden
Satisfactory · 1 resident
Police often around. On the grass field where children play, dogs are often walked and the owners leave the dog poop lying around.
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About Schelpenkade 42A, Leiden
At €335,000, this is the cheapest home currently for sale in Tuinstadwijk and 61% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €859,231. However, the floor area is 73% smaller than the neighbourhood average, and the energy label E means higher running costs. Compared to other studios in Leiden, the price is competitive for a central location, but the condition and layout should be assessed in person.
Tuinstadwijk is a densely built pre-war neighbourhood with a mix of ages and household types. It scores 6.5 out of 10 from one resident, who mentions police presence and dog mess on the grass. The area has a high density of addresses (5,248 per km²), so it feels very urban. There are many singles and families with children, and the streets are lively.
Leiden Centraal station is about 700 metres away, a ten-minute walk. That makes commuting to Amsterdam, The Hague or Utrecht straightforward.
A SPAR supermarket is 258 metres away, and a Lidl is 531 metres. For primary schools, Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is 129 metres, and Basisschool De Ley is 366 metres. Several other supermarkets and schools are within a short walk.
The energy label is E, which is below average for a home of this age. In the neighbourhood, 35.7% of homes have label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a 1908 building. Expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home.
There are currently 13 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €335,000 to €1,350,000. The median asking price is €1,024,000, so this studio is at the very bottom of the market.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Tuinstadwijk
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