A compact apartment in the heart of Breda
This apartment on the Nieuwe Dieststraat sits right in the centre of Breda, in the Schorsmolen neighbourhood. It is a lively spot, with the shops and bustle of the city around the corner. The asking price is €300,000. For a sense of what else is on the market, you can compare with other apartments in Breda.
The home itself
Built in 1982, this apartment is on the second floor and has one floor with two rooms: one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 47 m², which is 45% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 86 m². The agent lists a balcony and a parking space in the parking garage. The home has double glazing and wall insulation, and it is freehold. There is a homeowners' association fee of €162.61 per month. The energy label is B.
Life in Schorsmolen
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 5.79 out of 10, 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 notes: "I have been living in this neighbourhood for 6 years. And I have never had any unpleasant experiences." A third review is less positive, mentioning drug addicts and homeless people hanging around. The neighbourhood has 3,620 residents, and 77% of households are single-person households. For more on the area, see the Schorsmolen neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there is another Albert Heijn and an Aldi a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, De Singel SO, is on your doorstep, and Kbs De Weerijs is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Stadshart is a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Motké-Poels BV is just around the corner. Bus line 2 stops at Breda, Schorsmolenstraat, a couple of streets away, and the train station Breda is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Breda covers all of this, and you can read more about the municipality of Breda.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €287,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 53%, from €187,000 to €287,000. At the address level, the noise from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the flood risk for both now and 2050, while heat stress is medium for both now and 2050. These are area-level indications from public risk data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaarshuys Brigitte.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Nieuwe Dieststraat 240, Breda
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €300,000 is 5% above the WOZ value of €287,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 53%, from €187,000 to €287,000. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over one floor. It is located on the second floor. The living area is 47 m², which is 45% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 86 m². There is a balcony and a parking space in the parking garage. The home is freehold, and there is a homeowners' association fee of €162.61 per month.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B. This is an efficient label, so you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home has double glazing and wall insulation. The energy label is a fact about the home's energy performance, not a statement about its structural condition.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public risk data, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk level is given as low, which means no elevated concern is indicated at the area level.
What are the noise levels around this home?
At the address level, road traffic noise is 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 38 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 25 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public risk data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the home itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 303 metres, and there is another Albert Heijn at 437 metres. Aldi is at 441 metres, Ekoplaza at 573 metres, and Coop at 694 metres. These are all within a short walk, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
What schools are in the area?
The nearest school is De Singel SO, a special education school, at 135 metres. Kbs De Weerijs, a primary school, is at 735 metres, and Kbs De Spoorzoeker, another primary school, is at 1,136 metres. For secondary education, Michaël college is at 1,274 metres and Markenhage at 1,342 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 2 stops at Breda, Schorsmolenstraat, at 394 metres, and also at Breda, Nieuwe Haagdijk at 576 metres and Breda, Dijkplein at 612 metres. The nearest train station is Breda, at 928 metres. The bus line number is 2, and the train station is within walking distance.
What do residents say about living in Schorsmolen?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 5.79 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says the neighbourhood is safe and close to all shops, though bicycles can be a nuisance during festivals. Another says they have lived there for 6 years without unpleasant experiences. A third review mentions drug addicts and homeless people in the area.
Is the home suitable for a single person?
The apartment has one bedroom and one bathroom, with a living area of 47 m². The neighbourhood has a high share of single-person households, at 77%. Whether it suits a single person depends on personal preference, but the size and layout are compact.
