A 1938 terraced house in Vossepark
This terraced house on Ruusbroecstraat 23 sits in the Vossepark neighbourhood of Leeuwarden, a residential area with a mix of housing styles. The last known asking price of €295,000 was 5% below the WOZ value, which put it on the low side compared to the neighbourhood average. For context, the price per square metre came to €3,073 based on the agent's floor area. If you were looking at the wider market, this home was one of many [terraced houses in Leeuwarden]( /koopwoningen/leeuwarden/tussenwoningen/ ) at the time for sale. This home has not been online since 1 October 2026.
The home itself
Built in 1938, this five-room house has four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors, with a volume of 369 cubic metres. The agent listed the living area at 96 m², while the BAG registration records 100 m²; the plot was 125 m² according to both sources. There is a rear garden of 72 m² facing south, accessible via the back alley, plus a front garden. The property is freehold, has roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, and is heated by a combi boiler. The energy label is D.
Life in Vossepark
Residents across the municipality of Leeuwarden give their living environment an average score of 7.27, based on 56 reviews. One resident describes it as an "atmospheric neighbourhood with nice neighbours", mentioning houses with a stately character alongside smaller workers' cottages, and adds that you can walk straight into the city centre. Another resident, however, reports a very negative experience with nuisance and safety concerns, and would not recommend the area. A third long-time resident notes that things have changed over the years and that it used to be nicer. The neighbourhood itself has around 3,725 inhabitants, with 45% of households being single-person households. These mixed perspectives give a sense of [the Vossepark neighbourhood]( /buurt/vossepark-leeuwarden/ ) as a place with both charm and challenges.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered here. Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Jumbo and Aldi a couple of streets away. For school, Openbaar IKC De Vosseburcht is just around the corner, and IKC Albertine Agnes is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP, Compas Huisartsenpraktijk, is about 1.3 km away, and Apotheek Kouwenhoven BV pharmacy is 805 metres. Bus stops are close by: Leeuwarden, Roemer Visscherstraat serves lines 10, 97 and 197, while Leeuwarden, Snekertrekweg offers lines 1, 4, 25, 70, 92, 93, 95 and 355. Leeuwarden train station is about 933 metres away, within [the municipality of Leeuwarden]( /gemeente/leeuwarden/ ).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was set at €312,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price of €295,000 sat 5% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 68%, from €186,000 to €312,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk is indicated as elevated, given the 1938 construction on clay soil, and the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm; other noise sources (rail, air, industry) are below their norms. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Duinstra Melis Makelaars and their listing 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 Ruusbroecstraat 23, Leeuwarden
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price was €295,000, while the WOZ value was set at €312,000 on 1 January 2025. That meant the asking price was 5% below the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, and it is used for tax purposes. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 68%, from €186,000 to €312,000.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this was a five-room house with four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area was listed at 96 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 100 m². The plot is 125 m². There is a rear garden of 72 m² facing south, accessible via the back alley, plus a front garden.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. The home had roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation according to the agent, which helped with keeping the home warm. The exact monthly costs would depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk indication for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1938 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 96% of properties were built before 1970, and 2% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The road traffic noise level is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Other noise sources are below their norms: rail noise is 32 dB Lden, air traffic is 37 dB Lden, and industry is 45 dB Lden. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications for the area, not measurements taken at this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is the closest supermarket at 213 metres, so it is on your doorstep. Jumbo is at 443 metres, and Aldi is at 592 metres. There are also two more Jumbo locations within 700 metres. In total, there are 31 supermarkets within 5 km of this home, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
Openbaar IKC De Vosseburcht is the nearest primary school at 255 metres, just around the corner. IKC Albertine Agnes is at 800 metres, a ten-minute walk. For secondary education,!mpulse Leeuwarden, part of OSG Piter Jelles, is at 930 metres, and the Montessori High School is at 965 metres. There are 56 schools within 5 km in total.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The nearest bus stop is Leeuwarden, Roemer Visscherstraat at 91 metres, serving lines 10, 97 and 197. Leeuwarden, WTC at 352 metres also serves these lines, and Leeuwarden, Snekertrekweg at 363 metres offers lines 1, 4, 25, 70, 92, 93, 95 and 355. Leeuwarden train station is about 933 metres away, so you can reach the station on foot in about ten minutes.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Leeuwarden give their living environment an average score of 7.27, based on 56 reviews. One resident describes it as an "atmospheric neighbourhood with nice neighbours" and mentions the easy walk to the city centre. Another resident reports a very negative experience with nuisance and safety concerns. A third notes that things have deteriorated over the years. These reviews cover the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The current flood risk is low, and it is also expected to be low in 2050. Pluvial flooding, which happens during heavy rain, is indicated as medium. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public climate data, not an assessment of this specific home.
