A 19th-century terraced house on the Herensingel
This 1895 terraced house sits on the Herensingel in De Kooi, a neighbourhood in Leiden-Noord. With its 19th-century facade and three floors, it stands out from the newer builds in the area. The last known asking price of €650,000 was 51% above the average asking price of €429,263 for terraced houses in Leiden, which put it on the high side compared to the local market. This home has not been online since 12 October 2026.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the home had six rooms, three bedrooms and three bathrooms spread over three floors. The living area was listed at 143 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 113 m². The plot measures 104 m². There is a rear garden with an eastern orientation, accessible via the back alley, and a roof terrace. The home had double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it was offered as full ownership.
Life in De Kooi
De Kooi is a compact neighbourhood with around 6,320 residents, many of whom live alone. Residents of the district of Leiden-Noord give their area an average score of 7.13, based on five reviews. One resident says: "I don't really have an experience but there are many nice people." Another is less positive: "Too little police control is causing the neighbourhood to deteriorate rapidly." The reviews reflect mixed experiences, so it is worth reading them for yourself. For more context, see the De Kooi neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily essentials are close by. Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are both just around the corner, with a second Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. Primary schools De Springplank and De Pionier are a couple of streets away, and Marecollege for secondary education is also within walking distance. The GP practice De Singel Huisartsen and Boots Apotheek are both on your doorstep. Bus stop Leiden, Kooipark with lines 3 and 56 is just around the corner, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area falls under the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The address does carry some area-level risk indications. Road traffic noise is measured at 66 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, partly because the home was built before 1970 and 84% of properties in this postcode area date from before that year. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Frans Spendel Makelaardij and Frans Spendel Makelaardij on Funda.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Herensingel 36, Leiden
How did the asking price compare to other homes in De Kooi?
The asking price of €650,000 was 51% above the average asking price of €429,263 for homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood. The median asking price was €410,000, and prices range from €210,000 to €740,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €5,761, while this home was listed at €4,545 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home had six rooms, three bedrooms and three bathrooms across three floors. The living area was listed at 143 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 113 m². There is a rear garden with an eastern orientation, accessible via the back alley, and a roof terrace. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value was the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it was not part of the listing information provided here. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price to the official municipal valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 66 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public risk data at address level and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is partly because the home was built in 1895, before 1970, and 84% of properties in this postcode area date from before that year. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are both within a couple of streets away, at roughly 367 and 389 metres. A second Albert Heijn is about 690 metres away, and Dekamarkt is at 984 metres. In total, there are 39 supermarkets within five kilometres of the address.
What schools are near the Herensingel?
Primary schools De Springplank, De Pionier, De Singel and De Viersprong are all within a ten-minute walk, at distances between 453 and 547 metres. Marecollege, a secondary school, is about 625 metres away. There are 85 schools within five kilometres of the address.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
Bus stop Leiden, Kooipark is just around the corner at 114 metres, with lines 3 and 56. Leiden, Surinamestraat with the same lines is at 420 metres, and Leiden, Sumatrabrug with line 3 is at 424 metres. Leiden Centraal train station is about 1.7 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district of Leiden-Noord give their area an average score of 7.13, based on five reviews. One resident says: "I don't really have an experience but there are many nice people." Another resident is critical: "Too little police control is causing the neighbourhood to deteriorate rapidly." The reviews reflect a range of experiences.
What is the energy label of this home?
The home has energy label E. This meant the home was not among the most efficient labels, so expect higher energy costs compared to homes with better labels. The home did had double glazing according to the agent, which helped with insulation.
