A modern apartment in a mixed neighbourhood
This 2010-built apartment on Bernard de Wildestraat sits in Geeren-noord, a neighbourhood with a mix of ages and backgrounds. At €495,000 it's the priciest of the nine homes currently for sale in the area and 22% above the average asking price of €404,778, so it's on the high side compared to other apartments in Breda.
Geeren-noord: a neighbourhood of contrasts
Geeren-noord has 2,685 residents and a dense urban feel (2,264 addresses per km²). Opinions vary: one resident who has lived here 45 years says 'everyone greets each other, Dutch and foreigners', while another, after 26 years, feels it's 'going downhill' and misses the cosiness of the past. A third says 'never bothered by anything, it's lovely living here'. Based on three reviews, the average score is 7.5 out of 10. The neighbourhood Geeren-noord has a mix of families and singles, with a third of homes owner-occupied.
Daily life on the street
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Basisschool het Noorderlicht is a five-minute walk, and Kbs De Wegwijzer is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality Breda offers plenty of parks, the nearest park or garden is on your doorstep.
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At the time of writing the home is listed only via Crielaers Makelaardij & Taxaties.
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About Bernard de Wildestraat 600, Breda
Is €495,000 a fair price for this apartment?
At €495,000, this apartment is the most expensive of the nine homes currently for sale in Geeren-noord. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €404,778, so this one is 22% above that. However, it's a 93 m² apartment built in 2010 with energy label A, which is more efficient than many homes in the area (45.5% of homes have label A). Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the modern build and low energy costs.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Geeren-noord is a densely populated urban neighbourhood with a mix of ages and backgrounds. Resident reviews give it an average 7.5 out of 10. Some appreciate the friendly greetings, while others note a decline in community spirit. The area has a high proportion of families with children (385 households) and a significant number of residents aged 65+ (510). It's a lively but not always cohesive place.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 3.5 km away. That's about a 10-minute drive or a 30-minute walk.
What schools are nearby?
Basisschool het Noorderlicht is 390 m away (a five-minute walk), and Kbs De Wegwijzer is 875 m away (about a ten-minute walk). For secondary education, Curio praktijkschool Breda is 886 m away. There are 59 schools within 5 km, so plenty of choice.
How energy efficient is this apartment?
This apartment has energy label A, which is very efficient. In Geeren-noord, 45.5% of homes have label A and 18.2% have label A+. That means lower heating costs compared to older homes with lower labels. The apartment was built in 2010, so it meets modern insulation standards.
Are there supermarkets within walking distance?
Yes, Albert Heijn is 724 m away (about a 9-minute walk) and Jumbo is 730 m away (also about 9 minutes). Aldi is 935 m away (around 12 minutes). So daily groceries are easily accessible on foot.
