Apartments for rent in Breda
Renting an apartment in Breda is quite feasible, but requires speed. Check the current supply and discover which neighbourhoods suit you.
Breda has enough apartments, but little play space
Anyone looking for an apartment in Breda quickly notices that the city has two faces. On the one hand, there is a relatively varied supply, from compact studios in the centre to larger apartments in the suburbs. On the other hand, the market is tight: popular homes disappear quickly, and viewings are sometimes closed before everyone has had a chance to respond.
Apartments in Breda have ended up in the upper mid-range segment. This makes searching difficult for first-time buyers and people with a middle income. Young professionals, expats and students compete for the same supply. The overview at the top of this page shows what is currently available.
Do you also want to know what is for sale in Breda? Then check out buying apartments in Breda or go to the overview with reviews and neighbourhood data of Breda.
What you need to know before you respond
- Respond quickly, but carefully. Popular apartments in Breda attract dozens of responses. Don't wait until the weekend to respond.
- Pay attention to the surface area. Banks strictly scrutinise homes under 40m² for mortgage applications. This matters less for rentals, but a space that is too small can cause problems with subletting or later moving on to buying.
- Check the service costs. Apartments almost always involve a Homeowners' Association (VvE). As a tenant, you sometimes pay indirectly through the service costs. Always ask exactly what is included.
- Ask about the energy label. Breda has a mix of older and newer apartments. A poor energy label means higher heating costs. This counts towards your total housing costs.
- Check the parking arrangements. In the centre and around the Haagdijk, paid parking is the norm. Ask if a parking space is included with the home or what a permit costs.
- Use the Buurtje.nl app to be the first to respond. The app is free and sends a push notification as soon as a new apartment becomes available that matches your search. Available in the App Store and via Google Play.
- Write a short motivation letter. Landlords in Breda increasingly ask for this. Explain who you are, what you do and why you choose this apartment.
What determines the price level of an apartment in Breda
Breda falls into the upper mid-range segment when it comes to rental prices for apartments. This is no coincidence: the city attracts employees from large companies in the region and is conveniently located between Rotterdam, Antwerp and Eindhoven. This location drives up demand.
Factors influencing the price:
- Location relative to the centre and the station
- Presence of outdoor space (balcony or garden)
- Energy label and year of construction
- Furnished or unfurnished versus bare
- Parking space included or not
- New build versus existing construction
Current prices are shown in the overview at the top of this page. That overview is based on the live supply of all rental homes in Breda.
Neighbourhoods in Breda: character and resident scores
Not every neighbourhood in Breda is equally suitable for everyone. Below is an overview of neighbourhoods with a high resident score, plus what you can generally expect from them.
- Breda zuid-oost (8.7/10): quiet neighbourhood with lots of greenery, good for those who want a bit more space and want to avoid the hustle and bustle of the centre.
- Bavel (8.6/10): village character on the edge of Breda, popular with people who want to live outside but keep the city close by.
- Breda noord-west (8.3/10): varied neighbourhood with a mix of rental and owner-occupied homes, reasonably accessible from the centre.
- Breda centrum (7.1/10): high usability due to proximity to shops, restaurants and the station, but also more noise and less greenery. Lower resident score than the suburbs.
More neighbourhood data, resident reviews and safety figures per neighbourhood can be found on the municipality page of Breda.
Prefer to search just outside Breda?
If the supply in Breda is too limited or prices are too high, the region is worth exploring. Renting apartments in Eindhoven is a logical step: the city is about an hour's drive away and has its own active rental market with a different price profile. Especially for people who are flexible in their travel distance, this can be a real alternative.
Compare the supply in both cities via the overview at the top, or set up a search for multiple municipalities at once via the Buurtje.nl app.
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to rent an apartment in Breda?
Breda falls in the higher mid-range for rental apartments. The exact price depends on factors such as location, size, energy label, and whether an outdoor space or parking spot is included. Current rental prices can be found in the overview at the top of this page.
How do I quickly find an apartment in Breda?
Respond as soon as possible after listing. The free Buurtje.nl app sends a push notification as soon as a new apartment becomes available that meets your criteria. Download the app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) and set up your search.
What should I look out for with service costs of a rental apartment?
With apartments, there is often a Homeowners' Association (VvE). As a tenant, you sometimes pay indirectly through the service costs. Always request a specification: what exactly is included? Think of heating costs, cleaning of common areas, building insurance, and reserve fund. Service costs can significantly increase the actual living expenses.
Which neighbourhoods in Breda have the highest resident satisfaction?
Breda south-east scores the highest with 8.7/10, followed by Bavel (8.6/10) and Breda north-west (8.3/10). The centre scores lower (7.1/10), but offers more amenities within walking distance. Which neighbourhood suits you best depends on your lifestyle and work location.
Is parking a problem with an apartment in the centre of Breda?
In large parts of the centre and adjacent neighbourhoods, paid parking or a permit system applies. A private parking spot with the apartment is a plus, but often increases the rent. Always check in advance what the parking options are and what a resident permit costs in the relevant street.
Very dangerous my neighbourhood. I work as a volunteer for the last 32 years, but the situation is very very dangerous. Police don't listen. There is no gathering of the neighbourhood in the last two years. I always clean my street. Geeren Zuid Park. I have worked with Werk aan de wijk. I made art workshops. Municipality Breda didn't give 400 euros for material costs, only gave 200, so I asked my family for 1000 US dollars so I could buy materials. I'm sorry, but senior people get no respect here in Breda. (I was racially abused by a security guard in ALDI supermarket as I was giving my trolley to an old lady.) It hurts a lot as I worked for United Nations Goodwill Ambassadors for the last 50 long years, UNICEF, UNESCO, SAVE THE CHILDREN, NCIV Mr Pronk, Voices Of The Earth, for enlightenment in the visions of tomorrow. Pass the torch on to others. Hold on to the memories of yesterday. Even a small memory goes a long, long way and fulfils its purpose in eternity. Quote by M. Bugi. Help declare KALASH a tribe in the Hindukush Mountains as a United Nations World Heritage Site. We have been helping Kalash since 1980 - http://www.indigenouspeople.net/chitral.htm...
Auto-translated to English by AISafety is good. Hygiene is good, slightly less in some places because there is a McDonald's where some people don't clean up their rubbish. I don't have any trouble with this, and occasionally someone from McDonald's comes to clean it up. So I gave it a passing grade. Housing is also good. Everything is spacious. Accessibility for cars and cyclists is good. There is also a station reasonably close by. There is no school in the neighbourhood, so no education. You have to cycle a bit for that. About the community: it's fine. There is a neighbourhood party every year, but nothing more. I don't feel the need for that either. The neighbourhood is also reasonably green because the houses are spaced out. Many people have greenery in their own gardens. Just as there is no school, there are also no facilities. You have to cycle a bit for that again. Conclusion: I live well here. The neighbourhood is especially suitable for people who want to live spaciously and quietly. For elderly people who have difficulty walking, this neighbourhood is not suitable.
Auto-translated to English by AIGreat!! Everyone knows each other. (except the Dutch residents who have recently moved in) If these people also make an effort to get to know the Moluccan residents, it will only get better. After the renovation, quite a few owner-occupied houses with Dutch residents have been added. If both parties make some effort to adapt, we will become a beautiful residential area.
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Auto-translated to English by AII have lived in Kroeten my whole life, and have always lived positively here. It is a nice, tidy neighbourhood with various amenities nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AII haven't been living here very long, about six months I think, but I immediately felt at home. The Mastbos is literally around the corner for a lovely walk, as is the Ginniken square for nice restaurants and cafés. The Albert Heijn is a 5-minute bike ride or a 15-minute walk. The station is a 15-20 minute bike ride. There are many large, beautiful houses to admire here, the atmosphere feels very village-like, and it's all very lovely. It also feels safe.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful, we help each other with a joint barbecue and a neighbourhood chat. It's great here. A chat is part of it every now and then.
Auto-translated to English by AII myself quite like living here
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