A grand old apartment in Bergen op Zoom
This apartment sits in Vestinggronden-Zuid, a historic corner of Bergen op Zoom where the streets have a settled, lived-in feel. The building dates from 1880, so it carries the character of a bygone era, and the energy label A+ is a modern counterpoint to that age. With a living area of 98 m², it is a compact home, and the asking price of €498,000 is in line with the market when set against the neighbourhood average. For context, the [apartments in Bergen op Zoom]( /koopwoningen/bergen-op-zoom/appartementen/) market shows a range of options, and this one sits comfortably within it.
The home itself
The listing gives the essentials: a living area of 98 m² according to the BAG registration, and an energy label of A+. The home was built in 1880, a fact that speaks to its age and character. The agent does not provide further details on the layout, so the number of rooms and bedrooms is not stated. What is clear is that this is a home with a strong sense of history, set in a building that has stood for well over a century.
Vestinggronden-Zuid
This is a neighbourhood where residents have deep roots. One resident, who has lived here for 45 years, describes it as a place where social control is number one, where people look out for each other and care for their elderly together. Another resident mentions the renewed trees on Rijtuigweg, the flower beds, and the bicycle racks, alongside the primary and secondary schools nearby. Across the district of Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving, residents give an average score of 7.82, based on ten reviews. The neighbourhood itself has 1,265 inhabitants, with a notable share of residents aged 65 and over. It is a place with a strong community feel, as the reviews suggest, though one resident also notes the presence of people under the influence in the area. For more on this, see [the Vestinggronden-Zuid neighbourhood]( /buurt/vestinggronden-zuid-bergen-op-zoom/).
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is well served. The Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with Ekoplaza just around the corner and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. RK Basisschool Sancta Maria is on your doorstep, and Basisschool De Krabbenkooi is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Pabst is a couple of streets away, and the BENU Apotheek Bergen op Zoom Centrum is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop at Van Dedemstraat is on your doorstep, served by lines 360 and 361, and the train station Bergen op Zoom is a ten-minute walk. The hospital, Bravis Ziekenhuis, is a bit further out. All of this sits within [the municipality of Bergen op Zoom]( /gemeente/bergen-op-zoom/).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €424,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 17% above this value. As for the address data, the noise level from road traffic is 62 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and air traffic noise are both 30 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the building year of 1880 and the clay soil, with 64% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate data shows low pluvial flooding and flood risk, both now and in 2050, with medium heat stress.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Helmig Makelaardij en Taxatieburo o/z and Helmig Makelaardij en Taxatieburo o/z. The listing is available through these sources, and the details are as stated above.
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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 Van Dedemstraat 11B, Bergen Op Zoom
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €498,000, while the WOZ value is €424,000 with a reference date of 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is 17% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so the difference reflects the gap between the official assessment and what the seller is asking.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The apartment has an energy label A+, which is an efficient label. This is notable because only about 7% of the homes for sale in the neighbourhood have an A+ label. The label is a measure of the home's energy performance, and an A+ label indicates a high level of efficiency.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the building year of 1880 and the clay soil in the area, with 64% of properties in the postcode area built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate data also shows low flood risk and low pluvial flooding, with medium heat stress.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Jumbo supermarket is 134 metres away, with Ekoplaza at 260 metres and Albert Heijn at 446 metres. For schools, RK Basisschool Sancta Maria is 89 metres away, and Basisschool De Krabbenkooi is 344 metres away. There are also secondary schools within a reasonable distance, including MollerJuvenaat at 740 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop at Van Dedemstraat is just 22 metres away, served by lines 360 and 361. There are additional stops on Wassenaarstraat at 132 metres and Antwerpsestraat at 242 metres, all on the same lines. The train station Bergen op Zoom is 478 metres away, making it a convenient option for rail travel.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.82 out of 10, based on ten reviews. One long-term resident, who has lived there for 45 years, praises the social control and community care, saying people look out for each other. Another resident mentions the renewed trees and flower beds, and the proximity to the centre with its activities. One review notes the presence of people under the influence in the area.
What is the noise level like at this address?
The road traffic noise is 62 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 30 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself. The noise levels reflect the surrounding environment rather than the specific insulation of the home.
How does the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood?
The price per square metre is €5,082, based on the BAG living area of 98 m². This is higher than the neighbourhood average asking price per square metre of €2,951. The overall asking price of €498,000 is in line with the market when compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €506,571.
