A classic terraced house in Leiden
This 1941 terraced house on Cosijnstraat 23 sits in the Rijndijkbuurt, a part of Leiden where the streets have a settled, lived-in feel. The asking price of €565,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €750,625. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the area is €8,043, while this home is listed at €6,494 per square metre. If you are looking at terraced houses in Leiden, this one stands out for its price position.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the house has four rooms, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The living area is 87 square metres, matching the BAG registration, and the plot is 86 square metres. There is a rear garden of 23 square metres, facing west and accessible via the back alley. The property is fully owned, has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The agent describes the setting as a quiet road, sheltered and within a residential area.
Life in the Rijndijkbuurt
Residents of the Roodenburgerdistrict, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 7.59, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can. The authentic appearance of the houses and convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden." Another notes: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station! The centre is also nice and close. The people are friendly and not loud. There's a lot of greenery and a park nearby. It's great!" A third resident mentions that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field where children play. The district has about 2,370 inhabitants, and half of the households are single-person households. For more on the area, see the Rijndijkbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered. The SPAR is just around the corner, and the Dekamarkt is a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, Bonaventura Agora Leiden is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool St. Joseph is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsen De Laat de Kanterstraat, a five-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Roomburgh is just around the corner. Bus stops at Wilhelminabrug and Burggravenlaan, both a couple of streets away, offer lines 1, 2, 169, 182, 183 and 187. Leiden Lammenschans station is a ten-minute walk. For a broader view of the area, the municipality of Leiden has more information.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €536,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 51%, from €356,000 to €536,000. As for the address, the noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden, which is not above the norm, and similar for rail and air traffic. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built in 1941 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation; this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source
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 Cosijnstraat 23, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €565,000 is 25% below the average asking price in the Rijndijkbuurt, which is €750,625. The price per square metre is €6,494, compared to the neighbourhood average of €8,043 per square metre. This makes the price keen relative to the local market, according to the precomputed comparison.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the house has four rooms, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The living area is 87 square metres, and the plot is 86 square metres. There is a rear garden of 23 square metres facing west, accessible via the back alley. The property is fully owned and has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value for 2025 is €536,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 51%, from €356,000 in 2020 to €536,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the home being built in 1941 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. It is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The KCAF attention area notes that 87% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, and the Dekamarkt is a ten-minute walk. For schools, Bonaventura Agora Leiden is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool St. Joseph is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsen De Laat de Kanterstraat, a five-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Roomburgh is just around the corner. Bus stops at Wilhelminabrug and Burggravenlaan are both a couple of streets away.
How do residents rate the Rijndijkbuurt area?
Residents of the Roodenburgerdistrict, which includes the Rijndijkbuurt, give their area an average score of 7.59, based on seven reviews. One resident praises the friendly, helpful community and the convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden. Another mentions the proximity to the station and the greenery. A third notes that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This means the home has a moderate energy efficiency rating. With label C, you can expect reasonable energy costs, though they may be higher than with more efficient labels. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing, which can help with insulation.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, which is about 1.4 kilometres away, roughly a ten-minute walk. This provides a rail connection from the area. The bus stops at Wilhelminabrug and Burggravenlaan offer multiple bus lines, including 1, 2, 169, 182, 183 and 187.
