A compact apartment in the heart of Breda
This one-bedroom apartment sits in the Schorsmolen neighbourhood, right in the centre of Breda. The setting was described by the agent as being in the centre, which meant shops, cafes and the daily bustle were all close by. The last known asking price of €295,000 was 16% below the average asking price of €349,135 for homes in this neighbourhood, so it sat on the sharp side of the market. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €5,037, and this home was listed at €5,000 per square metre. If you were looking at apartments in Breda, this one was priced keenly for its size and location. This home has not been online since 2 September 2026.
Inside the home
Built in 1982, this is a portiekflat, a type of apartment with a shared entrance. The home has one room, which serves as the bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was listed as 59 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 57 square metres. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. There was a balcony, and the property was offered as full ownership, so there was no leasehold to consider. The volume of the home is 189 cubic metres, which gives a sense of the proportions.
Life in Schorsmolen
Schorsmolen is a compact neighbourhood within the centre of Breda, and it has a distinctly urban feel. The address density is high, and the neighbourhood is classified as very strongly urban. Residents here are mostly single people, with 77% of households being one-person households, and the average household size is just 1.3. The reviews from residents are mixed, based on three reviews. One resident says: "My neighbourhood is safe and close to all shops, sometimes I get bothered by bicycles during a festival or special events, but overall it's fine to live here." Another resident says: "I have been living in this neighbourhood for 6 years. And I have never had any unpleasant experiences." A third resident is less positive, mentioning drug addicts and homeless people hanging around. The average score from these three reviews is 5.79 out of 10. The neighbourhood has a young population, with 43% of residents aged between 25 and 45. For a sense of the wider area, the Schorsmolen neighbourhood is part of the Breda centrum district.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, and an Aldi. For schools, De Singel SO is on your doorstep, and Kbs De Weerijs is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Stadshart, and the pharmacy Apotheek Motké-Poels BV is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop Breda, Schorsmolenstraat is a couple of streets away, served by line 2. The train station Breda is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Breda offers all the facilities you would expect from a city of this size, and the municipality of Breda is well served by transport links.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price could be made. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that the noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The noise from rail traffic is 38 dB Lden and from air traffic 25 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is low, with a sand soil type. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk from rivers is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium both now and in 2050. Again, these are area-level indications from public data sources.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Makelaarshuys Johanna en Gijs and Makelaarshuys Johanna en Gijs on Funda. The listing had been active since 15 June 2026.
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About Middellaan 398, Breda
How did the asking price compare to other homes in Schorsmolen?
The asking price of €295,000 was 16% below the average asking price of €349,135 for homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €5,037, while this home was listed at €5,000 per square metre based on the agent's floor area of 59 square metres. The median asking price in the neighbourhood was €309,500, so this apartment was priced below that figure.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this was a portiekflat with one room, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was listed as 59 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 57 square metres. The home has a balcony and a volume of 189 cubic metres. It was offered as full ownership, meaning there was no leasehold.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. The home had double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The neighbourhood has a mix of energy labels, with 38.5% of homes having label A and 23.1% having label B.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not available here. Without this figure, no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price could be made. The asking price was €295,000.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data indicates that the noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The noise from rail traffic is 38 dB Lden and from air traffic is 25 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and foundation risks for this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, with a sand soil type. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk from rivers is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are close to this apartment?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The nearest Albert Heijn is at 278 metres, with another Albert Heijn at 392 metres. An Aldi is at 444 metres, and an Ekoplaza is at 572 metres. A Coop is at 650 metres. In total, there are 42 supermarkets within 5 kilometres of this address, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are near this home?
The nearest school is De Singel SO, a special education school, at 89 metres. Kbs De Weerijs, a primary school, is at 739 metres, and Kbs De Spoorzoeker, another primary school, is at 1131 metres. For secondary education, Michaël college is at 1314 metres. There are 68 schools within 5 kilometres of this address.
How is the public transport from this address?
The nearest bus stop is Breda, Schorsmolenstraat at 403 metres, served by line 2. Another stop, Breda, Nieuwe Haagdijk, is at 569 metres, also served by line 2. The stop Breda, Fellenoordstraat at 631 metres is served by lines 2, 370, 371, 373 and 380. The train station Breda is at 905 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in Schorsmolen?
Based on three reviews, residents have mixed experiences. One resident says: "My neighbourhood is safe and close to all shops, sometimes I get bothered by bicycles during a festival or special events, but overall it's fine to live here." Another says: "I have been living in this neighbourhood for 6 years. And I have never had any unpleasant experiences." A third mentions drug addicts and homeless people hanging around. The average score is 5.79 out of 10.
What is the demographic makeup of Schorsmolen?
The neighbourhood has 3,590 residents, with a high proportion of single-person households at 77%. The average household size is 1.3. The population is young, with 43% aged between 25 and 45, and 22% aged between 15 and 25. Only 5% of households have children. The neighbourhood is classified as very strongly urban, with an address density of 4,092 per square kilometre.
