A quiet spot in Meerburg
Lekstraat 8 is a terraced house in Meerburg, a residential pocket of Leiden where the streets feel calm and the houses have a friendly, lived-in character. The home sits on a quiet road with a free view, and the neighbourhood itself is compact and green, with a park just around the corner. With a last known asking price of €590,000, this home sat on the high side compared to the average asking price of €528,222 for homes at the time for sale in the area. For context, terraced houses in Leiden typically reflect the broader market here. This home has not been online since 29 August 2026.
Inside the home
Built in 1971, this five-room terraced house spans three floors and includes four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was listed at 126 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent listed 123 m²; the plot was 150 m² in both. The home has a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing northwest and accessible via the back alley. It was fully owned, and the agent noted roof insulation, HR glazing and floor insulation, along with a central heating boiler and an open fireplace. The energy label is C.
Life in Meerburg
Meerburg is a neighbourhood where people tend to know each other, and residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.59 based on seven reviews. One resident describes it as a "nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can," praising the authentic appearance of the houses and the convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden. Another says it is "close to EVERYTHING," highlighting the station, the greenery and the nearby park. A third notes that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field where children play. The district has a mix of ages, with a notable share of one-person households, and the urbanity level is very strong, with a high address density. The Meerburg neighbourhood is a place where daily life feels connected.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn and a Lidl a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, School Kastanjelaan is a couple of streets away, and Bonaventura Agora Leiden for secondary education is also within walking distance. The nearest GP is Huisartsen De Laat de Kanterstraat, about a ten-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Roomburgh pharmacy is just around the corner. Bus stops at Meerburgerkade and Leiderdorpsebrug are on your doorstep, served by lines 1, 2, 169, 182 and 183, and Leiden Lammenschans train station is about a twenty-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers a full range of services nearby.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price or historical development could be made here. Regarding address-level risk indications, the noise load from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement, and this postcode area is a KCAF attention area with 20% of buildings constructed before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050; heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, 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 REMAX Makelaarsgilde, REMAX Makelaarsgilde on Funda, and Makelaarsgilde REMAX on Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Lekstraat 8, Leiden
What was the asking price for this home and how did it compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price was €590,000. In the Meerburg neighbourhood, the average asking price for homes at the time for sale was €528,222, with a median of €525,000 and a range from €349,000 to €795,000. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €5,249, while this home was listed at €4,797 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The price was on the high side relative to the neighbourhood average.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this home have?
According to the agent, this terraced house had five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area was listed at 126 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent listed 123 m². The plot is 150 m². The home also has a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing northwest and accessible via the back alley.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for heating costs?
The energy label for this home is C. The agent noted that the home had roof insulation, HR glazing and floor insulation, which could help with keeping the home warm. There is also a central heating boiler and an open fireplace. The exact energy costs would depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this home. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it is determined by the municipality on a reference date. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price to the WOZ value or to see how the value had developed over the past five years.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. However, the soil in the area is clay, which is sensitive to settlement, and this postcode area is a KCAF attention area where 20% of buildings were constructed before 1970. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What is the noise situation around this home?
According to public address-level data, the noise load from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. The noise from rail traffic is 26 dB Lden and from air traffic is 41 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby and how far away are they?
A SPAR supermarket is about 269 metres away, which is on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is about 861 metres away and a Lidl is about 928 metres away, both roughly a ten-minute walk. There are also a Dekamarkt and a Dirk within about 1.3 to 1.4 kilometres. In total, there are 38 supermarkets within five kilometres of this home.
Which schools are close to this home?
For primary education, School Kastanjelaan is about 576 metres away, and Kon Julianaschool is about 700 metres away. For secondary education, Bonaventura Agora Leiden is about 669 metres away, Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is about 684 metres away, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (locatie Athena) is about 809 metres away. There are 81 schools within five kilometres in total.
What public transport options are available near this home?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Meerburgerkade, about 81 metres away, served by lines 1, 2, 169, 182 and 183. The Leiden, Leiderdorpsebrug stop is about 256 metres away with the same lines, and Leiden, Zorgcentrum Roomburgh is about 331 metres away with line 187. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about 1.8 kilometres away.
What is the neighbourhood of Meerburg like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.59 based on seven reviews. One resident describes it as a "nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can," noting the authentic appearance of the houses and the convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden. Another says it is "close to EVERYTHING," with the station, greenery and a park nearby. A third mentions that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field.
What is the flood risk for this home?
According to public climate data, the current flood risk for this address is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. The pluvial flooding risk, which relates to heavy rainfall, is medium. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an assessment of this specific property.
