Timorstraat 46
De Kooi, Leiden
A classic terraced house in De Kooi
Timorstraat 46 is a 1939 terraced house in De Kooi, a neighbourhood in Leiden-Noord. The home sits on a quiet road in a residential area with a free view, and the asking price of €450,000 is on the high side compared with the average for terraced houses in Leiden. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs. The house has been lived in and cared for, and it is now ready for a new owner.
The home itself
This three-storey family home has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 91 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 81 m². The plot measures 74 m². There is a garden at the rear, reachable via the back alley, and a balcony. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. The volume is 339 m³.
Life in De Kooi
De Kooi is a lively part of Leiden-Noord, with about 6,300 residents. It is a very urban area, with a high address density. Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 7.13, based on five reviews. One resident says: "I don't really have an experience but there are many nice people." Another is less positive, mentioning "too little police control" and a neighbourhood that "is deteriorating rapidly." The reviews are mixed, so it is worth forming your own impression of the De Kooi neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For school, Marecollege is on your doorstep, and De Springplank primary school is just around the corner. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both about a ten-minute walk. Bus line 3 stops at Zwembad De Zijl, a couple of streets away, and Leiden Centraal station is about 2 km from the home. The municipality of Leiden offers a wide range of facilities, and the municipality of Leiden is well served by public transport.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €422,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% above the WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now, but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Kerkvliet Makelaars. The listing is available through the agent's own site and 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 Timorstraat 46, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €450,000 is 7% above the WOZ value of €422,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The difference between asking price and WOZ value is a fact you can weigh for yourself.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
The home has four rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 91 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 81 m². There is a garden at the rear, reachable via the back alley, and a balcony. The volume is 339 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is a middle-of-the-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, which are stated in the listing. The label itself does not say anything about the condition of the construction.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1939 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 29 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 43 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Hoogvliet supermarket is about 360 metres away, and the Albert Heijn is about 500 metres away. A Lidl is at about 1.2 km. For daily groceries, you have several options within walking distance.
What schools are close to this home?
Marecollege, a secondary school, is about 140 metres away. De Springplank primary school is about 225 metres away, and De Singel and De Viersprong primary schools are both about 250 metres away. There are also several other schools within a short distance.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 3 stops at Zwembad De Zijl, about 160 metres away, and also at Sisalbaan and Sumatrabrug, both within a few hundred metres. Leiden Centraal train station is about 2.1 km from the home.
What is the neighbourhood De Kooi like?
De Kooi is a very urban neighbourhood in Leiden-Noord with about 6,300 residents. Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 7.13, based on five reviews. Opinions vary: one resident mentions nice people, while another is concerned about police control and cleanliness.
How many homes are for sale in De Kooi?
There are currently 19 homes for sale in De Kooi, with an average asking price of €429,263 and a median price of €410,000. The average price per m² is €5,761. This home is priced at €450,000, which is above the neighbourhood average.





