For rent: Flat Herengracht in Leiden

Description

It is hard to imagine an apartment with a more beautiful view… Located in the heart of Leiden’s historic city centre, at Herengracht 38, this exceptional former wool warehouse of Van Wijk & Co., dating back to 1929, houses two luxurious apartments offering stunning panoramic views over the city!

This monumental canal-side building, characterised by its functionalist architecture and industrial appearance, features unique original details, including ceramic ceilings and an authentic steel structure. The property has recently undergone a high-quality restoration under architectural supervision and is exceptionally well insulated (energy label A). The elegant building features an authentic staircase and a spacious historic lift. The apartment itself is entirely on one level and fully accessible without thresholds.

Herengracht is a wide and peaceful canal in the heart of the historic city centre, just a 10-minute bike ride from Leiden Central Station.

In short, this property combines the elegance and character of a historic canal-side building with the comfort and modern amenities of a newly built home.

Herengracht 38 C

Luxurious three-room apartment of approximately 185 m², located on the third floor, featuring a spacious living room, a high-end kitchen with a cooking island, two bathrooms, a multifunctional studio of approximately 30 m² and a large balcony with a four-metre-wide sliding glass wall.

The expansive windows offer spectacular views over the canal, the Meelfabriek and Leiden’s historic city centre. The balcony also provides beautiful views of the setting sun.

Layout

Ground floor:

Shared entrance directly on the canal, featuring an authentic staircase and lift. Indoor bicycle storage with two designated bicycle spaces for the tenant.

An optional private garage parking space with its own EV fast-charging unit and storage room is available for an additional €250 per month. The garage is accessible via an automatic overhead door facing the canal.

Third floor:

Spacious communal hallway providing access to two apartments.

The apartment entrance features a built-in wardrobe, video intercom system and separate guest toilet.

The bedroom overlooking the canal provides direct access to a luxurious bathroom equipped with a freestanding bathtub, walk-in shower and double washbasin.

The generous living room features large windows, an impressive display wall of approximately eight metres, and a luxurious open-plan kitchen with a cooking island and various built-in appliances, including a Quooker boiling-water tap.

The large balcony is accessible through the four-metre-wide sliding glass wall.

The living room also provides access to a multifunctional studio of approximately 30 m², ideal for use as a home office, additional bedroom or guest room. This studio benefits from its own private bathroom with a walk-in shower, vanity unit and toilet.

Key Features

• Unique monumental former wool warehouse of Van Wijk & Co., built in 1929, featuring distinctive industrial architecture.
• Central yet peaceful location with stunning views over Leiden’s historic city centre, close to Leiden Central Station, LUMC and the Bio Science Park.
• Recently restored to a high standard, exceptionally well insulated and fully equipped with double glazing.
• Approximately 185 m² of living space, entirely on one level and without thresholds.
• Beautiful PVC flooring with underfloor heating throughout the apartment.
• Spacious living room with a luxurious open-plan kitchen and an impressive eight-metre display wall, ideal for showcasing artwork.
• Large balcony with a four-metre-wide sliding glass wall and beautiful sunset views.
• Multifunctional studio of approximately 30 m², ideal as a home office, bedroom or guest room.
• Spacious communal entrance with a historic lift and authentic staircase, shared by only a small number of residents.
• Indoor bicycle storage directly next to the lift, with two designated bicycle spaces.
• Optional garage parking space with a private EV fast-charging unit and storage room, accessible via an automatic overhead door facing the canal.
• Fibre-optic internet connection for high-speed internet access.
• Communal parcel delivery box, ideal for receiving online orders.

Property Details

• Living area: approximately 185 m².

Rental Conditions

• Monthly rent: €3,875
• Condition: Unfurnished, with flooring and window coverings.
• Available from: 1 November 2026.
• Minimum rental period: 12 months.
• Security deposit: Equivalent to one month's rent.
• Utilities: Rent excludes gas, water, electricity, television and internet.
• Optional garage parking space with storage room: €250 per month.