A grand canal-side home in Leiden's historic heart
This monumental terraced house on the Nieuwe Rijn sits right in the lively centre of Leiden, with the water and terraces just outside your door. With 309 m² of living space spread over several floors, it is a rare find in the city. The last known asking price of €1,250,000 was 45% above the neighbourhood average of €863,150, which reflected the exceptional size and prime canal location. For context, the average price per m² in the area was €8,112, so this home was on the high side but in line with its unique specs. See more terraced houses in Leiden for comparison. This home has not been online since 22 October 2026.
The Pancras-West neighbourhood
Pancras-West is a cosy inner-city neighbourhood in an old city with many monuments. One resident describes it as: "You have everything you would expect in a historic city centre: shops, market, lots of hospitality with terraces, culture, water and boats, events, nice neighbours young and old, etc. Only for forests and mountains you have to go further away." The area is very urban, with a high address density of 6,317 per km². Most homes are pre-war, and the population is a mix of young adults and older residents, with many single-person households. It is a vibrant, walkable part of Leiden. Find out more about the Pancras-West neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Your daily routine here is wonderfully compact. For groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, SPAR is a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Haanstra Basisschool is a five-minute walk, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is about the same. For secondary education, the nearest school is a ten-minute walk. The central location means you can walk to the train station in about 15 minutes. Everything you need is on your doorstep. Learn more about the municipality of Leiden.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including Westgeest Makelaardij B.V. and Funda. The details were based on the information provided by the agent when this home was still on the market.
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About Nieuwe Rijn 14, Leiden
Was €1,250,000 a fair price for this home?
The asking price was 45% above the neighbourhood average of €863,150, but the home was also 115% larger than the average (309 m² vs 144 m²). The price per m² worked out to about €4,045, which was below the neighbourhood average of €8,112 per m². So while the total price was high, it reflected the exceptional size and canal-side location.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the second-best label. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
How is the neighbourhood Pancras-West?
Pancras-West is a historic inner-city neighbourhood with a lively atmosphere. One resident says: 'You have everything you would expect in a historic city centre: shops, market, lots of hospitality with terraces, culture, water and boats, events, nice neighbours young and old, etc.' It is very urban, with a high density of addresses and a mix of young and older residents.
What amenities are nearby?
You have several supermarkets within walking distance: Ekoplaza at 186 m, SPAR at 272 m, and Albert Heijn at 387 m. Primary schools like Haanstra Basisschool (388 m) and OBS Lucas van Leyden (477 m) are also close. The train station is 1.5 km away, about a 15-minute walk.
How old is the property and what condition is it in?
The property was built in 1800, so it is a monumental building.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The plot size was 370 m², but the listing did not mention a garden or terrace.
How many bedrooms does this home have?
With 309 m² of living space, there is plenty of room, but the exact layout and number of bedrooms are not provided.
