Sint Pancrassteeg 2

At 84 m² with a G energy label, the price of €399,000 is in line with other townhouses in Leiden. The small plot and poor energy efficiency mean running costs will be higher than for a modern home, but the central location and historic character add value.

Label G is the least efficient rating, so you can expect high heating and electricity costs. The home likely has poor insulation and old heating systems. Budget for significant energy expenses and consider improvements like double glazing or insulation, though these require investment.

Pancras-West is a historic inner-city neighbourhood with a very high density of addresses. It's popular with students and young professionals, with many one-person households. Residents appreciate the shops, markets, terraces and cultural events. The only downside mentioned is that forests and mountains are further away.

Albert Heijn is 147 metres away, and several other supermarkets are within 500 metres. Primary schools are about 600 metres away, and secondary schools around 1 km. The train station is 1.5 km, and restaurants are just 100 metres away. A park is 600 metres from the home.

With 84 m² and a small courtyard, it's compact. The neighbourhood has few families (only 50 households with children) and many one-person households. The steep stairs and lack of garden may not be ideal for young children, but it could work for a small family.

Built in 1918, the home is over a century old. The energy label G suggests original features like single glazing and poor insulation. The listing does not mention any renovations, so you should expect some maintenance and updating.