A classic terraced house in Professorenwijk-West
This 1937 terraced house sits in Professorenwijk-West, a leafy part of Leiden where children play outside and neighbours know each other. The asking price of €625,000 is 22% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €797,222, which puts it on the keen side compared with other homes currently for sale. The living area of 92 m² is 31% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 134 m², so the price per square metre works out higher than the local norm. For context, terraced houses in Leiden vary widely in price depending on size and condition.
The home itself
The agent describes this as a five-room house with two bedrooms, one bathroom and three floors, giving a total volume of 320 m³. The living area is listed as 92 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 95 m²; the plot is 88 m² in both sources. Built in 1937, the home carries an energy label C, which means moderate energy costs compared with the least efficient labels. The layout spans three floors, offering a clear separation of living and sleeping spaces.
Life in Professorenwijk-West
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.34 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station! The centre is also nice and close. The people are friendly and not loud. There's a lot of greenery and a park nearby. It's great!" Another notes: "It is always quiet to live there, but when you need something from specific shops, it is necessary to leave the village." A third resident mentions "good growing up in a neighbourhood like this and a nice environment for a dog." The area counts 2,930 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. The Professorenwijk-West neighbourhood feels established, with most homes built before 1945.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt and SPAR a couple of streets away. The Lorentzschool is a five-minute walk, and the International School Leiden is also close by. The GP practice Huisartsen Centrum Roodenburg is a couple of streets away, and the Zuider Apotheek is a five-minute walk. Bus stop Leiden, Lorentzkade is on your doorstep with lines 1 and 2, and Leiden Lammenschans station is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. According to public risk data at address level, the noise from road traffic is 43 dB Lden, from rail 38 dB Lden and from air traffic 40 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the 1937 construction on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation; this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk indications for pluvial flooding and current flood risk are medium, with flood risk by 2050 low; heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered only via Makelaardij Van Brussel.
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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 Van Bemmelenstraat 24, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Professorenwijk-West?
The asking price of €625,000 is 22% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €797,222. The median asking price in the area is €675,000, and prices range from €450,000 to €1,287,000. The price per square metre here is €6,793, based on the agent's listed living area of 92 m², which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €6,003 per m². This reflects the smaller-than-average living area.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 320 m³. The living area is listed as 92 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 95 m². The plot measures 88 m² in both sources. This is a compact but well-defined layout for a terraced house from 1937.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs are likely to be moderate compared with the least efficient labels, but not as low as with an efficient label such as A or higher. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance. For a house from 1937, label C is a reasonable starting point.
What do residents say about living in Professorenwijk-West?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.34 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident highlights the proximity to the station and the centre, friendly and quiet neighbours, and nearby greenery. Another mentions that it is quiet but that specific shops and restaurants require leaving the area. A third resident appreciates the environment for children and dogs. These are personal experiences, not a full picture.
What are the nearest schools and supermarkets?
The Lorentzschool is a five-minute walk away, and the International School Leiden is also close. For secondary education, the Da Vinci College Lammenschans is a couple of streets away. For groceries, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt and SPAR a couple of streets further. The nearest GP is Huisartsen Centrum Roodenburg, and the Zuider Apotheek is a five-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
Bus stop Leiden, Lorentzkade is on your doorstep, served by lines 1 and 2. Another stop, Leiden, Koninginnelaan, is a couple of streets away with line 54. Leiden Lammenschans train station is a five-minute walk, offering rail connections. The exact destinations and frequencies are not stated, but the proximity to both bus and train makes getting around straightforward.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data. This is based on the home being built in 1937 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The KCAF attention area notes that 94% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the climate risk indications for this address?
Public climate data indicates a medium risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, and a medium current flood risk, with the flood risk by 2050 assessed as low. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this property. They give a general sense of how the area may be affected by climate factors.
Is the WOZ value available for this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not part of the listing information provided here. Without it, a comparison between the asking price and the WOZ value cannot be made. The asking price of €625,000 stands on its own.
