A detached home in Ruitersbos
Tucked away on the Verdilaan, this detached house from 1967 sits in Ruitersbos, a leafy part of Breda zuid. With a plot of 836 m², there is plenty of space around the property. The asking price of €1,495,000 is in line with the market, according to a comparison with the neighbourhood average. For context, the average asking price for detached houses in Breda sits at €1,665,643.
Inside the house
The agent lists a living area of 172 m², while the BAG registration records 279 m². The home has five rooms, three bedrooms and three bathrooms spread over two floors, with a volume of 677 m³. The energy label is D, which means energy costs will be moderate rather than low. Built in 1967, the house has a classic layout that has stood the test of time.
Life in Ruitersbos
Ruitersbos is a residential area where older residents make up a significant share of the population, with 37% aged 65 or over. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.21, based on three reviews. One resident says: "A very nice neighbourhood with lovely people and a cosy atmosphere." Another mentions: "It's a nice neighbourhood, you're close to a small park with a public swimming pool, you can do something on the canal, the city is also within walking distance." The housing stock here is mostly owner-occupied, at 63%. For more on the area, see the Ruitersbos neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered here. The Dienstapotheek Breda pharmacy is on your doorstep, while the Aldi is a ten-minute walk away. The Jumbo and Lidl are a couple of streets further, and the Albert Heijn is just beyond that. For schools, the Mencia de Mendoza Lyceum is just around the corner, and Kbs Petrus & Paulus is a ten-minute walk. Bus line 176 stops at Breda, Verdilaan just around the corner, and line 4 at Breda, Langendijk a ten-minute walk away. The train station in Breda is about 3 km off. All of this sits within the municipality of Breda.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value was set at €1,216,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 23% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 41%, from €863,000 to €1,216,000. As for the address itself, road traffic noise is measured at 48 dB Lden, which stays below the norm, and both rail and air traffic noise are at 25 dB Lden, also below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, based on area-level data, and the soil type is sand. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low at present but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Bastiaansen van den Bemd Makelaars & Taxateurs.
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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 Verdilaan 18, Breda
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value was set at €1,216,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €1,495,000 is 23% above that figure. 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 layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, three bedrooms and three bathrooms spread over two floors, with a volume of 677 m³. The living area is listed as 172 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 279 m². The plot measures 836 m².
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 41%, from €863,000 to €1,216,000. The reference date for the current valuation is 1 January 2025. This development reflects the broader trend in the area over that period.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, based on area-level data from public sources. The soil type is sand, and the home was built in 1967. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the noise levels around this home?
Road traffic noise is measured at 48 dB Lden, which stays below the noise norm. Rail traffic noise is at 25 dB Lden and air traffic noise at 25 dB Lden, both also below the norm. These figures come from public data for the address, based on 2022 and 2023 reference years.
Which supermarkets are closest to Verdilaan 18?
The Aldi is about 968 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk. The Jumbo and Lidl are both around 1,257 metres off, and the Albert Heijn is at 1,304 metres. In total, there are 39 supermarkets within five kilometres of the home.
What schools are near this property?
The Mencia de Mendoza Lyceum, a secondary school, is about 350 metres away. Het Berkenhofcollege VSO is at 323 metres. For primary education, Kbs Petrus & Paulus is at 834 metres and Dr. De Visserschool at 855 metres. There are 56 schools within five kilometres.
How is the public transport connection here?
Bus line 176 stops at Breda, Verdilaan, about 182 metres from the home. The same line also stops at Breda, Willem van Oranjelaan at 434 metres. Bus line 4 stops at Breda, Langendijk at 722 metres. The nearest train station is Breda, at about 3.1 km.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.21, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as "a very nice neighbourhood with lovely people and a cosy atmosphere." Another notes it is quiet with a good atmosphere and close to the centre, though that review refers to the neighbouring Boeimeer area.
What is the energy label of this house?
The energy label is D. This means energy costs will be moderate rather than low. The label reflects the official assessment of the home's energy performance, and the house was built in 1967.
