Musschenbroekstraat 3-A2316 AW LeidenGroenoord

Characterful and surprisingly spacious 4-room maisonette apartment with a sunny south-facing balcony, ideally located close to the centre of Leiden. Situated on the charming Musschenbroekstraat, with views towards the Haarlemmertrekvaart at the front, this spacious duplex apartment is arranged over two floors. The property combines authentic period features with comfortable modern living and, thanks to its versatile layout, offers excellent possibilities for dual occupancy, rental purposes, or working from home. The apartment is located in the popular Groenoord district, within easy reach of Leiden’s historic city centre, Leiden Central Station, shops, supermarkets, schools, sports facilities, and recreational amenities. Major roads connecting to the A4 and A44 motorways are easily accessible, providing excellent connections to The Hague, Amsterdam, and Schiphol Airport. Public transport is within walking and cycling distance, while childcare facilities, primary schools, and sports clubs can all be found nearby. The attractive façade, featuring distinctive decorative ornaments (“kopjes”), forms part of a municipal monument and contributes to the property's charming and characterful appearance. The current owner has maintained the property with great care and attention over the years and has carried out various improvements and renovations. Please note: Due to the sloping walls on the second floor, the actual usable floor area (90 m²) is larger than the area stated in the official measurement report. Layout Ground Floor: Private entrance, hallway with meter cupboard and staircase leading to the first floor. First floor: Spacious landing with a large window providing abundant natural light. This floor offers two generously sized rooms that can be arranged according to your needs, for example as living and home office spaces. Alternatively, the partition wall can be removed to create a large open-plan living room. The impressive ceiling height of 2.93 metres adds a wonderful sense of space and elegance. The rear room provides access to the sunny south-facing balcony, an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee or relax outdoors. The bright kitchen is finished in neutral tones and equipped with a four-burner gas hob, oven, and stainless-steel extractor hood. Large windows ensure plenty of natural daylight. The central heating boiler is also located in the kitchen. The fully tiled bathroom is fitted with a shower and washbasin. A washing machine connection is located in the hallway. Second Floor: At the front of the property is a spacious bedroom with a roof window. The large second bedroom at the rear benefits from a dormer window and washbasin. Connections are already in place for the installation of a second kitchen, making this floor particularly suitable for dual occupancy, guest accommodation, or rental purposes. A second sanitary room is also available, equipped with a toilet and washbasin, with the possibility of installing a shower. A practical loft storage area can be accessed via a hatch on the landing. The following improvements have been carried out in recent years: • August 2019: Zinc cladding renewed on the front and rear dormers; • August 2019: New roof battens and breathable membrane installed on both front and rear roof sections; • August 2019 and 2022: Zinc guttering renewed; • Exterior window frames, windows, and doors professionally painted in 2020; • October 2025: New roof tiles, breathable membrane, and Velux roof window installed on the left-side roof section (viewed from the front); • October 2025: New uPVC dormer window frame on the second floor and double glazing installed in the front bay window; • October 2025: Fascia boards replaced. Key Features • Comfortable duplex apartment arranged over two floors with a versatile layout; • Sunny south-facing balcony; • Attractive views towards the Haarlemmertrekvaart; • Built in 1925; • Characterful front façade with decorative ornaments; • Designated municipal monument; • Fully double-glazed; • Laminate flooring throughout; • Practical loft storage space; • Central heating system: Remeha Avanta combination boiler (2017); • Fermacell panels installed in the front and rear rooms on the first floor (2017); • Potential for dual occupancy and/or rental use; • Non-active (“silent”) Owners’ Association (VvE); • The non-owner-occupancy clause is applicable. • Conveniently located near the city centre, train station, shops, schools, and major roads. A surprisingly spacious and versatile home in an excellent location in Leiden, ideal for first-time buyers, city enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a property with flexible living and investment opportunities.