A compact apartment in the heart of Breda
This apartment on Catharinastraat 21B sits right in the lively centre of Breda, where everything is on your doorstep. At 71 m² it's a cosy size, and with energy label B it's reasonably efficient. The last known price of €325,000 was 47% below the neighbourhood average of €614,262, which made it a keen option compared to other apartments in Breda. This home has not been online since 15 July 2026.
City, a vibrant, urban neighbourhood
City is the dense core of Breda, with a very high address density (4,363 addresses per km²). It's a neighbourhood of mostly young adults, 43% are between 25 and 45, and many live alone (1,445 one-person households). One resident sums it up: "Plus point everything in the neighbourhood and downside no parking in front of the door." That's the trade-off: you're surrounded by shops, restaurants and nightlife, but a car is a challenge. The neighbourhood City is all about urban living.
Daily life on Catharinastraat
For groceries you have a SPAR just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For school runs, Kbs St. Joseph (primary) is a ten-minute walk, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Breda (secondary) is about the same distance. A park or garden is a five-minute walk away, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, handy for trips out of town. The municipality Breda keeps the centre well maintained.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Willems Makelaars and also appeared on Funda, so it was available through several channels.
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About Catharinastraat 21B, Breda
Was €325,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €325,000 was 47% below the average asking price in City (€614,262) and also below the median of €529,000. However, this apartment is smaller than average (71 m² vs 122 m²). Given the compact size and central location, the price was on the keen side for the neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like?
City is the bustling heart of Breda, with a very high density of addresses and a young population. It's packed with shops, restaurants and cultural spots. One resident says: 'Plus point everything in the neighbourhood and downside no parking in front of the door.' So you trade convenience for parking hassle.
How far is the train station?
Breda train station is 1.3 km away, about a ten-minute walk. From there you can reach major cities like Rotterdam, Amsterdam and Eindhoven.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There's a SPAR just 299 m away and an Albert Heijn at 301 m, both just around the corner. A second Albert Heijn and a Coop are also within a five-minute walk.
What schools are in the area?
Primary school Kbs St. Joseph is 857 m away (a ten-minute walk), and secondary school Stedelijk Gymnasium Breda is 821 m away. There's also a special school, De Singel SO, at 533 m.
Is parking available?
The listing did not mention a parking spot. The neighbourhood review notes 'no parking in front of the door', so you would likely need to rely on public parking or a permit. Check with the municipality for options.
What is the energy label?
The apartment had energy label B, which was good, it meant relatively low energy costs compared to older buildings. In the neighbourhood, 40% of homes have label A+ and 25% label A, so this is slightly below the top tier but still efficient.
