Roomburg, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis is a generous terraced house on Vitruviusstraat, built in 2009 and finished to a high standard. With 206 m² of living space, it is 42% larger than the average home in the neighbourhood. The energy label A means it is very efficient, so heating costs will be low. At €889,000, the price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €699,500, but you get a lot of space for your money. For context, terraced houses in Leiden vary widely in size and price.
Roomburg is a leafy, family-friendly part of Leiden with a mix of pre-war and newer homes. The area has a strong sense of community, and the nearby park (just a couple of streets away) is a popular spot for walks. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the neighbourhood itself scores well on peace and quiet. With 54% single-family homes and 74% owner-occupied, it is a stable residential area. The neighbourhood Roomburg is well established and popular with families.
For daily shopping, the SPAR is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a ten-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including De Bernardusschool and Willem de Zwijger, both about a five-minute walk. The municipality Leiden offers excellent amenities, and the city centre is a short bike ride away. The train station is 3.1 km away, so you would cycle or take the bus.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including José Faber Makelaardij. The details are based on the listing as published.
Details of this home
Vitruviusstraat 156, Leiden
Data from Roomburg
Data from Roomburg
34 within 5 km
74 within 5 km
About Vitruviusstraat 156, Leiden
The asking price is €889,000, which is above the neighbourhood average of €699,500. However, this home is 42% larger than the average (206 m² vs 145 m²), so the price per square metre is actually in line with the market. The energy label A also adds value. Given the size and efficiency, the price is reasonable for what you get.
The home has energy label A, which is very efficient. This means it has good insulation and likely double glazing, keeping heating costs low. In the neighbourhood, 100% of homes have label A, so this is the standard here.
Roomburg is a quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of older and newer homes. It has a park just a couple of streets away, and the area feels green and spacious. There are many families, and the community is stable. The city centre of Leiden is easily reachable by bike.
The nearest train station is 3.1 km away, which is about a 10-minute bike ride or a short bus trip. Leiden Centraal is the main station, offering connections to Amsterdam, The Hague, and other cities.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. De Bernardusschool is about 650 m away, and Willem de Zwijger is about 750 m. There is also an international school for expat families. Secondary schools are a bit further, around 1.7 km.
The SPAR supermarket is just 650 m away, so you can walk there in about 8 minutes. A Lidl is about 1 km away, and there are several other supermarkets within a short bike ride. For daily groceries, you are well covered.
The plot size is 122 m², but the listing does not specify a garden.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Roomburg
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