Ruitersbos, Breda
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Burgemeester de Manlaan sits in a stately 1900 building with an A+++ energy label, a rare combination of period character and top efficiency. At €1,775,000, the asking price is 22% above the neighbourhood average of €1,457,719, which reflects the premium for this energy performance and the generous 162 m² floor area (though that is 33% smaller than the Ruitersbos average of 243 m²). For context, apartments in Breda vary widely, but this one is on the high side.
Ruitersbos is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a high proportion of older residents, 36% are 65 or over. The housing stock is a mix of pre-war and post-war homes, and 63% are owner-occupied. With an address density of 1,821 per km², it feels spacious yet urban. There are no resident reviews available, but the area is known for its large villas and tree-lined streets. The Ruitersbos neighbourhood offers a serene setting within the city.
For your morning bread, Aldi is a five-minute walk away, and Albert Heijn is just a couple of streets further. The nearest primary school, Dr. De Visserschool, is a ten-minute walk, while Mencia de Mendoza Lyceum for secondary education is just around the corner. A restaurant and a park are both on your doorstep, making everyday errands and leisure easy. The municipality of Breda keeps the area well-maintained.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via GB Makelaars.
Details of this home
Burgemeester de Manlaan 1B, Breda
Data from Ruitersbos
Data from Ruitersbos
35 within 5 km
54 within 5 km
About Burgemeester de Manlaan 1B, Breda
The asking price is 22% above the average asking price in Ruitersbos (€1,457,719) and also above the median of €1,377,500. However, the apartment has an exceptional A+++ energy label, which only 19% of homes in the neighbourhood achieve. The 162 m² floor area is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 243 m², so the price per m² is relatively high. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the energy efficiency and the location.
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. In Ruitersbos, only 19% of homes for sale have label A or better, so this is a standout feature. You can expect minimal energy bills and a comfortable indoor climate.
The floor area is 162 m², which is 33% smaller than the average home for sale in Ruitersbos (243 m²). However, it is still a spacious apartment, especially given its location in a 1900 building.
Ruitersbos is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a high proportion of older residents (36% are 65+). It has a mix of pre-war and post-war homes, mostly owner-occupied. The address density is 1,821 per km², so it feels spacious. There are parks and restaurants within walking distance, and the train station is 3.9 km away.
The nearest train station is 3.9 km from the apartment. This is a moderate distance, about a 10-minute drive or a 15-minute bike ride. Breda's central station offers connections to major cities.
The nearest primary school is Dr. De Visserschool (867 m), and the nearest secondary school is Mencia de Mendoza Lyceum (719 m). There are also special education schools like Het Berkenhofcollege VSO (256 m) and Het Ginnekencollege (1.2 km). In total, 54 schools are within 5 km.
The nearest supermarket is Aldi at 1.4 km, followed by Albert Heijn at 1.5 km. There are also other options like Jumbo at 1.7 km. For daily shopping, you have several choices within a 15-minute walk.
Currently, 16 homes are for sale in Ruitersbos, with an average asking price of €1,457,719 and a median of €1,377,500. Prices range from €368,000 to €3,700,000. The average time on market for sold homes is 54 days, indicating a fairly active market.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Ruitersbos