A 1928 terraced house in Huizum-Bornia
Borniastraat 93 is a terraced house from 1928, sitting in the Huizum-Bornia neighbourhood of Leeuwarden. The last known asking price of €269,500 was well below the average asking price of €2,200,010 for homes in this neighbourhood, which made it a sharp price point. For context, the median asking price in the neighbourhood was also €269,500, and the home was one of five at the time on the market. If you were looking at [terraced houses in Leeuwarden], this one stood out for its price. This home has not been online since 26 August 2026.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the home had four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area was listed as 85 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 88 m²; the plot was 116 m² in both sources. There is a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing north and accessible via the back alley, plus a balcony. The home had double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it was offered as full ownership.
The Huizum-Bornia neighbourhood
Huizum-Bornia is a compact neighbourhood with around 1,250 residents, and it has a very urban feel with a high address density. Residents across the municipality of Leeuwarden give their living environment an average score of 7.32, based on 54 reviews. One resident describes it as an "atmospheric neighbourhood with nice neighbours," noting the "stately character" of the houses and the easy walk into the city centre. Another resident, however, shares a negative experience, mentioning nuisance from neighbours and safety concerns. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this specific neighbourhood, so it is worth reading them with that in mind. The neighbourhood itself has a mix of housing, with 59% single-family homes and 45% owner-occupied properties. For more on the area, see [the Huizum-Bornia neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and an AH XL and an Aldi are a ten-minute walk away. For schools, Aeres VMBO Leeuwarden is a couple of streets away, and IKC Johan Willem Friso is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Iest, and the Poliklinische Apotheek Leeuwarden is on your doorstep. Public transport is convenient: bus line 2 stops at Leeuwarden, Sierksmastraat, just around the corner, and bus lines 5, 20, 320 and 695 stop at Leeuwarden, Borniastraat, a couple of streets away. Leeuwarden train station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Leeuwarden].
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value was available for this home, so there was no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address does come with some area-level risk indications. Road traffic noise is measured at 63 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the 1928 construction on clay soil and the fact that 88% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970; 3% of homes in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Duinstra Melis Makelaars and their listing on Funda.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Energy
Save up to € 400 on your energy billCompare nowAreas and volume
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredLayout
Construction
Outdoor space
Frequently asked questions
About Borniastraat 93, Leeuwarden
How did the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €269,500 was exactly the median asking price for homes in Huizum-Bornia, which was €269,500. The average asking price in the neighbourhood was much higher at €2,200,010, but that figure was skewed by a few very expensive listings. The price per square metre was €3,171, based on the agent's listed living area of 85 m².
What is the layout of this terraced house?
The home has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area was 85 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 88 m². There is a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing north and accessible via the back alley, plus a balcony. The property is a single-family terraced house.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, which helps with efficiency.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it was not always included in listings.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address has road traffic noise measured at 63 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 31 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself, so actual noise levels may vary.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is elevated. This is based on the home being built in 1928 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In the postcode area, 88% of properties were built before 1970, and 3% of homes in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 450 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. An AH XL and an Aldi are both around 890 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. There are also an AH to go and a Lidl within about a kilometre. In total, there are 31 supermarkets within five kilometres.
Which schools are close to this home?
Aeres VMBO Leeuwarden, a secondary school, is about 390 metres away, a five-minute walk. IKC Johan Willem Friso, a primary school, is about 555 metres away, also a five-minute walk. Several other secondary schools are within 700 metres, including the Leeuwarder Lyceum and the Christian Gymnasium Beyers Naudé.
How is the public transport in this area?
There are several bus stops nearby. Leeuwarden, Sierksmastraat is about 94 metres away and serves bus line 2. Leeuwarden, Jansoniusstraat is about 172 metres away, also on line 2. Leeuwarden, Borniastraat is about 264 metres away and serves lines 5, 20, 320 and 695. Leeuwarden train station is about 933 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Huizum-Bornia is a compact, very urban neighbourhood with around 1,250 residents. Residents across the municipality of Leeuwarden give their living environment an average score of 7.32 out of 10, based on 54 reviews. Some residents praise the atmosphere and the character of the houses, while others mention nuisance and safety concerns. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this specific neighbourhood.
