Lorentzkade 26
Professorenwijk-West, Leiden
A grand terraced house on the Lorentzkade
On the Lorentzkade, in the heart of Leiden's Professorenwijk-West, stands this terraced house from 1936. With a living area of 196 m² according to the BAG registration, it is a substantial home in a sought-after part of the city. The asking price of €1,189,000 sits 47% above the average asking price of €809,333 for terraced houses in Leiden, which puts it on the high side of the market.
The home itself
The house dates from 1936 and carries an energy label C. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, number of rooms, or any outdoor space. The living area is 196 m² according to the BAG registration, and the plot measures 162 m². At €6,066 per m², the price per square metre is based on the BAG floor area.
Professorenwijk-West
This is a neighbourhood where residents feel at home. One resident describes it as close to everything, with the station and centre within easy reach, friendly and quiet neighbours, and plenty of greenery with a park nearby. Another appreciates the quiet living environment, though notes that for specific shops, restaurants, or clubs you would need to leave the area. A third resident highlights the many young families and children playing outside, calling it a good place to grow up and a nice environment for a dog. Based on three reviews, residents give the Professorenwijk-West neighbourhood an average score of 8.34. The neighbourhood counts around 2,990 inhabitants, and 67% of the homes are owner-occupied.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well served here. The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt, Hoogvliet, and SPAR all within a five-minute walk. The Lorentzschool for primary education is a couple of streets away, and the Da Vinci College Lammenschans for secondary education is also close by. The GP practice Huisartsen Centrum Roodenburg is on your doorstep, and the Zuider Apotheek Leiden is just around the corner. Bus stops at Lorentzkade and Leliestraat, with lines 1, 2, 4, 45, and 54, are within a five-minute walk, and Leiden Lammenschans train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers all this and more.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. As for the address risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise at 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 40 dB Lden are both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, given the home was built in 1936 on clay soil, and the area is a KCAF attention zone with all properties built before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is low, current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is medium both now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Beije Vastgoed and Makelaardij Beije Vastgoed 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 Lorentzkade 26, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,189,000 is 47% above the average asking price of €809,333 for homes in Professorenwijk-West. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,551, while this home is listed at €6,066 per m² based on the BAG floor area. With six homes currently available in the neighbourhood, this one is positioned at the higher end of the market.
What is the living area of this home?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 196 m², which is 25% larger than the neighbourhood average of 157 m². The plot measures 162 m². The price per square metre of €6,066 is based on the BAG floor area. The listing does not provide further details about the layout or number of rooms.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not included in this listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data from Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at this specific property.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is medium. The home was built in 1936 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The area is a KCAF attention zone, with 100% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is 521 metres away, just around the corner. Dekamarkt is 586 metres, Hoogvliet is 628 metres, and SPAR is 636 metres away, all within a five-minute walk. Ekoplaza is 919 metres away, a ten-minute walk. In total, there are 43 supermarkets within 5 km of this address.
Which schools are close to this home?
The Lorentzschool for primary education is 379 metres away, a couple of streets from the home. The Da Vinci College Lammenschans for secondary education is 496 metres away. The International School Leiden is 513 metres, and Basisschool St. Joseph is 642 metres away. The Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is 675 metres from the property.
How do residents rate the Professorenwijk-West neighbourhood?
Based on three reviews, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.34. One resident praises the proximity to everything, including the station and centre, and mentions friendly neighbours and nearby greenery. Another notes the quiet living environment but says specific shops and restaurants require leaving the area. A third highlights the many children playing outside.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Lorentzkade, 239 metres away, with lines 1 and 2. Leiden, Leliestraat is 287 metres away with lines 1, 2, 4, 45, and 54. Leiden, Koninginnelaan is 299 metres away with line 54. Leiden Lammenschans train station is 458 metres from the home, a ten-minute walk.
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 not as low as with more efficient labels. The home was built in 1936, which is reflected in its energy performance.





