A classic apartment in the heart of Bergen op Zoom
This apartment on Kloosterstraat 40E sits in the Centrum neighbourhood of Bergen op Zoom, a lively area where the city's history meets everyday life. Built in 1965, the home carries a C energy label, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. With a living area of 75 m², the asking price of €299,000 works out at €3,987 per m². That price sits 31% below the average asking price of €433,764 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared with the local market. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Bergen op Zoom reflects a similar picture.
What the listing tells us
The listing is fairly brief, so details on the layout, number of rooms and outdoor space are not provided. What is clear is that the apartment dates from 1965 and has an energy label of C. The living area is given as 75 m² according to the BAG registration. Beyond that, the agent has not shared further specifications about the interior or any installations.
Life in the Centrum neighbourhood
The Centrum is a compact, urban neighbourhood with around 4,040 residents, and it feels busy and central. Residents give it an average score of 7.42 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Friendly people live in the neighbourhood." Another notes: "There are also plenty of activities in the city." A third review is less positive, mentioning "very many so-called confused people in the neighbourhood under the influence of something." The mix of opinions reflects a lively, varied area. Most homes here were built before 1945, and the neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households. For a fuller picture of what it is like to live here, the Centrum neighbourhood page offers more detail.
Amenities and getting around
Daily life here is convenient. The Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with Ekoplaza just around the corner and Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. RK Basisschool Sancta Maria is also on your doorstep, and Basisschool De Krabbenkooi is just around the corner. The BENU Apotheek is a couple of streets away, and Huisartsenpraktijk Pabst is a five-minute walk. Bus stops on Van Dedemstraat, Wassenaarstraat and Antwerpsestraat, served by lines 360 and 361, are all within a couple of streets. Bergen op Zoom train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Bergen op Zoom offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is measured at 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are both at 30 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the building dates from 1965 on clay soil, and 89% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Bieden & Wonen West-Brabant on Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Kloosterstraat 40E, Bergen Op Zoom
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the Centrum neighbourhood?
The asking price of €299,000 is 31% below the average asking price of €433,764 for homes in the Centrum neighbourhood. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,494, while this apartment works out at €3,987 per m² based on the BAG living area of 75 m². The median asking price in the area is €335,000.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The apartment has an energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not tell you about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance. No specific insulation features are mentioned in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not included in this listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 30 dB Lden, both below the relevant standards. These figures come from public data at address level and give an indication of the acoustic environment, not a measurement inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The building was constructed in 1965 on clay soil, and 89% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. In this neighbourhood, 2% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Jumbo supermarket is about 194 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. Ekoplaza is 366 metres away, and Albert Heijn is 513 metres away. Aldi is 534 metres away and Lidl is 747 metres away. There are 15 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
RK Basisschool Sancta Maria is 93 metres away, and Basisschool De Krabbenkooi is 220 metres away. For secondary education, MollerJuvenaat is 703 metres away. There are 34 schools within 5 kilometres, covering both primary and secondary education.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stops on Van Dedemstraat, Wassenaarstraat and Antwerpsestraat are all within 266 metres, served by lines 360 and 361. Bergen op Zoom train station is 592 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around the region.
What do residents say about living in the Centrum neighbourhood?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.42 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Friendly people live in the neighbourhood." Another mentions: "There are also plenty of activities in the city." A third review is less positive, referring to "very many so-called confused people in the neighbourhood under the influence of something." The reviews reflect a mixed but lively urban area.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. Pluvial flooding, which occurs during heavy rain, has an elevated risk indication. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public climate data, not an assessment of this specific property.
