A first home in the heart of Breda
This apartment on the third floor of a 1985 porch flat sits right in the middle of Breda, on the Nijverheidssingel. With one bedroom and 65 square metres of living space according to the agent, it was a compact home for someone starting out. The last known asking price of €319,000 was keen compared with the average asking price of €349,135 in the neighbourhood. For a sense of what else was on the market, had a look at [apartments in Breda]. This home has not been online since 9 October 2026.
Inside the apartment
The flat has two rooms in total, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent listed the living area at 65 m², while the BAG registration records 70 m². The home comes with roof, wall and floor insulation as well as HR glazing, and is heated by a combi boiler. It was offered in full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €234.14. The energy label is B.
Life in Schorsmolen
Schorsmolen is a compact neighbourhood of about 3,620 residents, and a large share of households are single people. Three residents have rated the neighbourhood, giving it an average of 5.79 out of 10. 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 describes it as a quiet neighbourhood where they have never had unpleasant experiences in six years. A third resident, however, mentions drug addicts and homeless people hanging around and a front door that looks like a rubbish dump. The reviews are based on three responses, so they give a limited picture. More about [the Schorsmolen neighbourhood].
Shops, school and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Aldi is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and a Jumbo within a five-minute walk. The pharmacy is on your doorstep, and the GP practice is a five-minute walk. De Singel SO school is just around the corner, and primary school Kbs De Weerijs is a ten-minute walk. Bus line 2 stops at Breda, Schorsmolenstraat a five-minute walk away, and Breda train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Breda has more to offer beyond the immediate area, as you can see on the page for [the municipality of Breda].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 was €302,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 6% above that WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 44%, from €209,000 to €302,000. As for the address, the road traffic noise level is 61 dB, which is above the norm, while rail, aircraft and industry noise all stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, on sandy soil. For climate, pluvial flooding and flood risk are both low now and in 2050, while heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Van der Sande Makelaars 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Nijverheidssingel 129, Breda
How did the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €319,000 was 6% above the WOZ value of €302,000, 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 rose by 44%, from €209,000 to €302,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment had two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was listed at 65 m², while the BAG registration records 70 m². The home is on the third floor of a porch flat built in 1985.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is B. This was an efficient label, so energy costs were likely to be relatively moderate compared with less efficient homes. The agent also stated that the home had roof, wall and floor insulation as well as HR glazing, which supports the label.
What is the HOA fee and what does it cover?
The monthly HOA fee was €234.14. The listing did not specify what this fee covers, such as maintenance of the shared areas or the building's exterior. It was a recurring cost to factor into the monthly budget alongside the mortgage.
What do residents say about living in Schorsmolen?
Three residents have rated the neighbourhood, giving an average of 5.79 out of 10. One resident says the neighbourhood is safe and close to all shops, though they are sometimes bothered by bicycles during festivals. Another has lived there for six years without unpleasant experiences. A third mentions drug addicts and homeless people hanging around and a front door that is not cleaned up.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 61 dB, which is above the norm. Rail noise is 47 dB, aircraft noise 25 dB and industry noise 45 dB, all below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, on sandy soil. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The soil type and risk level suggest that foundation issues are not a major concern in this location.
What shops and amenities are nearby?
The Aldi is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and a Jumbo within a five-minute walk. The pharmacy is on your doorstep, and the GP practice is a five-minute walk. De Singel SO school is just around the corner, and primary school Kbs De Weerijs is a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 2 stops at Breda, Schorsmolenstraat, a five-minute walk away. Breda train station is a ten-minute walk from the apartment. The listing did not state which destinations the bus line serves or how frequently it ran.
Is this apartment suitable for a couple?
The apartment had one bedroom and one bathroom, with a living area of 65 m² according to the agent. It is a compact home on a single floor. Whether it suits a couple depends on how much space you need, but the single bedroom and open layout are typical for a first home.
