A flat in the heart of Breda
This apartment on Haagdijk puts you right in the thick of things. At 73 m² it's a compact city home, and with an energy label C it's reasonably efficient for a building from 1900. The last known asking price of €269,000 was noticeably keen, 24% below the neighbourhood average of €354,000, which made it a sharp option compared to other apartments in Breda. This home has not been online since 27 August 2026.
Schorsmolen: city living with a mixed reputation
Schorsmolen is a dense, urban neighbourhood right in the centre of Breda. With over 4,000 addresses per km², it's about as lively as it gets. The population is young, nearly half are between 25 and 45, and most households are single people. Reviews are mixed. One resident calls it a "junkenhol" and says: "Lots of drug addicts and homeless people hanging around here. The front door looks like a rubbish dump, nobody cleans it up, the council does nothing about it." Another, who has lived here six years, says: "I have never had any unpleasant experiences." A third describes the neighbourhood Schorsmolen as "safe and close to all shops."
Daily life on Haagdijk
For groceries you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner, and a Coop a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Kbs De Weerijs and Nutsbasisschool Boeimeer. The municipality Breda puts the city's amenities, restaurants, a park, a library, all within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk too, handy for trips further afield.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Willems Makelaars and also appeared on Funda.
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About Haagdijk 18, Breda
Was €269,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price was 24% below the average asking price in Schorsmolen (€354,000) and also below the median of €325,000. Given the 73 m² floor area, that worked out at about €3,685 per m², while the neighbourhood average was €5,102 per m². So it was priced on the low side compared to other homes at the time for sale.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Schorsmolen is a very urban area in central Breda, with a high density of addresses. It's popular with young singles and couples. Reviews are divided: some residents mention issues with drug addicts and litter, while others find it safe and convenient. The neighbourhood has a mix of old and newer buildings, and most homes are apartments.
How far is the train station?
Breda station is 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That gives you direct connections to major cities.
What shops are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: an Albert Heijn at 119 m, another at 202 m, a Coop at 442 m, and an Ekoplaza at 474 m. For daily shopping you're well covered.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label C. That was average for an older building, it meant reasonable insulation and moderate energy costs, but not as efficient as a modern home.
