Buying a home in Achter de Pijp, Leerdam.
Achter de Pijp is where Leerdam's quieter side reveals itself, away from the town center bustle. You'll find mostly older, smaller homes here—many dating back a century or more—and neighbors who've watched the glass industry shape and reshape this place. It's a ten-minute walk to the water and the main shops, close enough that you're not isolated, far enough that it feels separate. The real appeal? You get genuine local community without the Sunday-market crowds.
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What to consider when buying in Achter de Pijp
Pros:
- Quiet residential area with mature trees and low traffic; many homes have small gardens or yards
- Walking distance to Leerdam's town centre and the Maas riverfront for cycling and walks
- Affordable entry prices compared to Utrecht or Amsterdam suburbs
- Direct train line from Leerdam station (10-minute walk) to Utrecht Centraal and other major cities
Cons:
- Limited local amenities; most shops and restaurants require a trip into the town centre
- Aging housing stock—many properties need renovation or updates to insulation and systems
- Car-dependent for anything beyond the immediate neighbourhood
- Small job market locally; most residents commute out for work
Living environment
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Vijfheerenlanden
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 25.79
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 203
- Residential burglary
- 6
- Theft
- 33
- Violence and threats
- 31
- Vandalism and public order
- 39
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through September 2026
Finding a home in Leerdam
Choose homes that fit your needs. When comparing listings, check practical details such as living area, layout and condition.
Asking prices and sale prices in Leerdam
To judge how the asking price compares with recent sales in Leerdam, look at sales of homes with similar characteristics. The area's median sale price is a reference for recorded sales, not a value for a particular home.
The wider housing market in Leerdam
Buying a home in Leerdam? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around €470,000. As you compare homes, check characteristics such as living area and condition against similar homes.
Updated: September 2026