A compact apartment in Geeren-zuid
This apartment on Lelystraat sits in a lively part of Breda. At 52 m² it is compact, but the layout makes good use of the space. The last known price of €259,000 was 64% below the neighbourhood average of €711,000, making it the cheapest of the four homes at the time for sale in this area, a keen entry point into the market. For context, it is well below the average for apartments in Breda. This home has not been online since 5 August 2026.
The Geeren-zuid neighbourhood
Geeren-zuid is a densely populated area with a mix of families and singles. Based on two reviews, opinions are mixed. One resident says: 'Very dangerous my neighbourhood. Police don't listen. There is no gathering of the neighbourhood in the last two years.' Another notes: 'It can be cosy here but a lot of arguments/problems can arise. When young people want to do something here, they usually go to the shopping centre, which only results in more loitering youths.' The neighbourhood has a high address density and a young population, with many residents under 45. For more context, see the Geeren-zuid neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Islamitische Basisschool Okba Ibnoe Nafi and Kbs John F. Kennedy. Secondary education is also close by, with Newmancollege a five-minute walk away. The area is well served by public transport, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. For broader amenities, the municipality of Breda offers a wide range of facilities.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via ROGA Makelaars.
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About Lelystraat 2D38, Breda
Was €259,000 a fair price for this apartment?
At €259,000, this apartment was 64% below the average asking price in Geeren-zuid (€711,000) and was the cheapest of the four homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood. However, the floor area of 52 m² was 56% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 118 m², so the price per square metre was relatively high. It is a keen entry point for the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label C. This means it has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but it is not as efficient as newer builds.
How safe is Geeren-zuid?
Resident reviews are mixed. One reviewer describes the neighbourhood as 'very dangerous' and says police do not listen, while another says it 'can be cosy' but notes arguments and loitering youths. The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 126, but no breakdown is available.
What public transport is nearby?
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance, including Islamitische Basisschool Okba Ibnoe Nafi (271 m) and Kbs John F. Kennedy (425 m). For secondary education, Newmancollege is 345 m away.
What is the neighbourhood like demographically?
Geeren-zuid has a young population, with the largest age group being 25 to 45. There are many single-person households and families with children. The area is densely built up, with a high address density.
How long do homes typically stay on the market here?
Sold homes in Geeren-zuid took an average of 33 days to sell, which is fairly typical. The current listing was priced well below the average, so it might attract interest quickly.
