A bungalow by the water in Boshuizen
This detached bungalow sits on the Louis Armstronglaan in Boshuizen, a residential area in the Bos- en Gasthuisdistrict of Leiden. The setting is quiet, with the home positioned along the water and a calm road, all within a residential neighbourhood. The asking price of €600,000 is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, [terraced houses in Leiden]( /koopwoningen/leiden/tussenwoningen/) are listed at an average of €451,714, making this home 33% above that figure.
The home itself
Built in 1991, this bungalow offers a single floor with two rooms, one bedroom, and a living area of 88 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 95 m². The plot measures 279 m². The home comes with a carport, and the agent notes insulation in the roof and floor, plus double glazing. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so energy costs should be relatively manageable.
Life in Boshuizen
Boshuizen is a part of Leiden with its own character, as described by residents. One resident says: "I enjoy living here." Another notes: "It is a rather detached part of Leiden, with a strange mix of student complexes and houses. A lot of noise nuisance." A third resident mentions "Many junkies." Based on three reviews, the average score is 6.31 out of 10. The neighbourhood has around 4,115 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see [the Boshuizen neighbourhood]( /buurt/boshuizen-leiden/).
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are within easy reach. The AH XL supermarket is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Lidl a couple of streets away. For schools, Auris College Leiden is a five-minute walk, and Leonardo College for Atheneum Havo Mavo is also close by. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Piest, a couple of streets away, and Apotheek Kok is a ten-minute walk. Bus line 5 stops at Leiden, Cornelis Schuytlaan, just around the corner, and the train station De Vink is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers further amenities and connections, as detailed on [the municipality of Leiden]( /gemeente/leiden/).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €552,000. The asking price is 9% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 44%, from €383,000 to €552,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Climate risks include low pluvial flooding and flood risk, with heat stress currently low but medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaarskantoor van Stralen.
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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 Louis Armstronglaan 24, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €600,000 is 9% above the WOZ value of €552,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also 33% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €451,714.
What is the layout of this bungalow?
This bungalow has one floor with two rooms, including one bedroom. The living area is 88 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 95 m². The plot measures 279 m². There is a carport for parking. The home is situated by the water and along a quiet road within a residential area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also notes insulation in the roof and floor, as well as double glazing. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data at the address level. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from sources like Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 48 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures are based on public data from 2022 and 2023, and they are area-level indications, not measurements at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is AH XL, about 681 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. Jumbo is 715 metres away, and Lidl is 861 metres away. There are also Albert Heijn and Dirk within about a kilometre. In total, there are 48 supermarkets within 5 kilometres of this home.
Which schools are close to this home?
Auris College Leiden, a school for secondary special education, is 384 metres away, about a five-minute walk. Da Vinci City College / ISK is 443 metres away, and Leonardo College for Atheneum Havo Mavo is 468 metres away. There are also several other schools within a short distance, with 96 schools within 5 kilometres.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 5 stops at Leiden, Cornelis Schuytlaan, about 330 metres away, and at Leiden, Sweelincklaan, 334 metres away. The nearest train station is De Vink, 914 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. These connections make it possible to travel within Leiden and beyond.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home increased by 44%, from €383,000 to €552,000. The value rose steadily, with a slight dip in 2023 to €488,000, before recovering. The most recent value, set on 1 January 2025, is €552,000.
What do residents say about living in Boshuizen?
Residents have mixed views. One resident says: "I enjoy living here." Another describes it as "a rather detached part of Leiden, with a strange mix of student complexes and houses," and mentions noise nuisance. A third resident mentions "Many junkies." The average score from three reviews is 6.31 out of 10.
