Burgemeesterswijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis substantial terraced house on De Laat de Kanterstraat sits in one of Leiden's most desirable residential areas. With 261 m² of living space, it is 30% larger than the neighbourhood average, offering generous proportions throughout. The asking price of €1,049,000 is in line with the market, reflecting the size and quality of the home. For context, terraced houses in Leiden command a wide range, and this one sits comfortably at the upper end.
The Burgemeesterswijk is a stately, early-20th-century neighbourhood with wide streets and large family homes. It is predominantly owner-occupied (87%) and mostly consists of single-family houses (74%). The area is quiet and residential, with a mix of families and older residents. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a stable, well-established community. The Burgemeesterswijk neighbourhood is known for its leafy character and proximity to the city centre.
For daily groceries, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and Hoogvliet is a five-minute walk. Several primary schools are within walking distance, including Lorentzschool and Basisschool St. Joseph, both a couple of streets away. The Stedelijk Gymnasium is also nearby for secondary education. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commuting straightforward. The municipality of Leiden offers a rich cultural scene, with restaurants and a park just a short stroll from the house.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including LEK® makelaars & taxateurs B.V.
Details of this home
De Laat de Kanterstraat 5, Leiden
Data from Burgemeesterswijk
Data from Burgemeesterswijk
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About De Laat de Kanterstraat 5, Leiden
The asking price of €1,049,000 is in line with the neighbourhood average of €1,049,462. The median price in the Burgemeesterswijk is €1,044,000, so this home is priced competitively. Given its larger-than-average floor area (261 m² vs. 201 m² neighbourhood average), the price per m² is actually slightly below the neighbourhood average of €5,720 per m².
The home has an energy label C. This is a common label for houses built around 1920, and it means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label C, while 33% have label A.
Leiden Centraal station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to reach Amsterdam, The Hague, and other cities.
Several schools are within walking distance: Lorentzschool (primary, 443 m), Basisschool St. Joseph (primary, 559 m), and Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (secondary, 420 m). There is also an International School Leiden (primary, 522 m).
The Burgemeesterswijk is a family-friendly area with many single-family homes and a mix of households with and without children. The streets are quiet and leafy, and there are parks nearby. The area has a low crime rate (63 total crimes) and a strong sense of community.
Dekamarkt is just 285 m away, and Hoogvliet is 489 m. SPAR, Ekoplaza, and Albert Heijn are also within a ten-minute walk, so daily shopping is very convenient.
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