Meerburgerstraat 9
Meerburg, Leiden
AreaA spacious family home in a leafy part of Leiden
This terraced house on Meerburgerstraat sits in a quiet, green corner of Leiden, with the park just a couple of streets away. At 157 m², it is 73% larger than the neighbourhood average, and the price of €795,000 is 67% above the average asking price in Meerburg, reflecting the extra space and the A energy label. For context, terraced houses in Leiden vary widely, but this one stands out for its generous footprint.
Meerburg: a calm, well-connected neighbourhood
Meerburg is a residential area with a mix of pre-war and post-war homes, mostly families and older residents. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel (address density 2968), yet the park is just around the corner and the train station is a ten-minute walk away. There are no resident reviews available, so the picture comes from the figures: a quiet, established community with good amenities nearby.
Daily life on Meerburgerstraat
For your morning bread, SPAR is on your doorstep, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Schools are well within reach: Bonaventura Agora Leiden (secondary) is a couple of streets away, and the primary school Kastanjelaan is also a short walk. The area is served by several supermarkets and schools, making daily errands straightforward. The municipality of Leiden offers a wide range of cultural and leisure options.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Fides makelaars - ERA én NVM and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels.
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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 Meerburgerstraat 9, Leiden
Is €795,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price is 67% above the neighbourhood average of €475,750, but the house is also 73% larger than the average (157 m² vs 91 m²) and has an A energy label. In the past year, homes in Meerburg sold for an average of €454,658, so this is on the high side, but the size and efficiency are exceptional for the area.
How does the energy label A affect running costs?
Energy label A is very efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity bills compared to older homes. The label is an official registration (EP-Online) and indicates the home meets modern energy standards.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Meerburg is a residential area with a mix of pre-war and post-war homes. It has a strong urban feel (address density 2968) but is quiet, with a park just around the corner. The population is diverse: many singles and older residents, with some families. The train station is a ten-minute walk away.
How far are the nearest shops and schools?
SPAR is 261 m away (on your doorstep), Albert Heijn is 880 m (a ten-minute walk), and Lidl is 992 m. For schools, Bonaventura Agora Leiden (secondary) is 614 m, and primary school Kastanjelaan is 640 m. All are within easy walking distance.
What is the plot size and does it include a garden?
The plot is 176 m², but the listing does not state whether there is a garden. You would need to check the property details or visit to see the outdoor space.
