Middelstegracht 1292312 TV LeidenPancras-Oost

Located in the heart of Leiden's historic city center is this typical terraced house dating from around 1750, a unique property with a rich history and surprisingly spacious rooms. The home features a spacious backyard, a rare find in this central location, as well as a roof terrace on the first floor. Thanks to the layout and use, the property is ideally suited for both full-time living and living with a home-based practice. The home is well-maintained and combines authentic charm with contemporary comfort. This home is characterized by its versatility and layout possibilities. The ground floor is currently partially used as a practice space, making it ideal for working from home. The deep backyard with a storage shed forms an oasis of tranquility in the middle of the city and offers plenty of privacy. Additionally, there is a pleasant roof terrace on the first floor. The entire property is in a well-kept condition and has been well-maintained over the years. The location on the Middelstegracht is undeniably attractive. You live here in the historic city center of Leiden, with the canals, museums, and cozy restaurants and cafes literally around the corner. The Haarlemmerstraat, Beestenmarkt, and Rapenburg are within walking distance. For relaxation, the Plantsoen, the Singelpark with the De Doorbraak playground, and various sports facilities are nearby. Accessibility is excellent, with Leiden Central Station a short distance away and good connections to The Hague, Amsterdam, and Schiphol. Surrounding cities are easily accessible via the A4 and A44 arterial roads. The layout is as follows. Through the front entrance, you enter the hall containing the meter cupboard and access to the corridor. At the front are two rooms, currently used as home offices. From the corridor, you reach the staircase and the toilet. At the rear lies a spacious practice room with a kitchen, an adjoining storage unit, and access to the deep back garden featuring a large stone storage shed with an attic. On the first floor, the landing provides access to the living room at the rear, which connects to the terrace. At the front is the kitchen, featuring a modern layout from 2023 and equipped with built-in appliances. Also located on this floor are a home office, a separate laundry room with connections for a washing machine and dryer, and a separate toilet. The second floor offers a spacious landing and 4 spacious bedrooms, as well as the bathroom. The rooms have pleasant natural light and a functional layout. Additionally, there is access to a balcony at the rear. Special features: • Characteristic home dating from circa 1750 • Living area approximately 215 m² • Suitable for residential use and a home-based practice • Deep and sunny backyard, unique for the city center • Roof terrace on the first floor • Kitchen renovated in 2023 • Central heating systems renewed in 2012 and 2020, recently serviced in 2025 • Exterior painting carried out in 2024 by a certified painter • Facade cleaned and re-pointed circa 2021 • Extension built in 1982 • Protected cityscape • For homes older than 1994, we include an age and asbestos clause as standard