Homes for sale in Gageldonk, Breda

House prices and market figures for Gageldonk, Breda

The owner-occupied market in Gageldonk is strong. Of the more than 2,072 homes in the neighbourhood, 71% are owner-occupied, giving the area an owner-occupier character. The average WOZ value is €304,000, which is noticeably lower than the district average of Breda noord-west (€325,000) and well below the Breda average of €382,000. This price difference is relevant: Gageldonk offers relatively affordable entry-level opportunities for those who want to live in the north-west corner of Breda.

Over the past twelve months, 14 homes were sold here. The average purchase price was €449,286, with a range of €275,000 to €675,000. With an average living area of 129 m², this works out at around €3,483 per square metre. The supply mainly consists of ground-floor family homes, terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s. Apartments are also available, but less dominant. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent asking prices and availability.

Living in Gageldonk, Breda

Gageldonk is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the north-west side of Breda. The neighbourhood was built in the 1970s and 1980s and it shows: wide streets, front gardens, plenty of greenery between the houses and a clear, low-rise structure. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for architectural highlights, but rather for the space it offers. Residents appreciate that: greenery scores as high as 9.0 out of 10 in the resident rating.

For daily shopping, there is a supermarket within cycling distance, and for a larger range of shops, Breda city centre is easily accessible. Children can attend primary schools in the immediate vicinity, and there are several sports clubs active in the district. The Mastbos, one of the largest deciduous forests in the Netherlands, is a short distance away and attracts walkers and cyclists from the entire region. This makes the location of Gageldonk special: green and quiet, yet a quarter of an hour's cycle from the city centre.

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores an 8.0. By car, the A16 and A58 are easily accessible via the N263, making Gageldonk attractive for commuters heading to Rotterdam or Tilburg. By bus, there are connections to the centre and Breda station, from where intercity trains run to Amsterdam, Utrecht and Antwerp. The neighbourhood is also good for cycling: the centre is about five kilometres away.

The overall resident score for Gageldonk stands at 7.8 out of 10, based on resident reviews on the Gageldonk neighbourhood page. Safety, accessibility, sense of community and facilities all score an 8.0. One resident writes: "Gageldonk is a quiet neighbourhood with lots of greenery, nice neighbours and good connections to the centre. Ideal for families who want some space without living too far out of the city." The lower scores for beauty (7.0) and housing (7.0) indicate that the neighbourhood looks a bit dated in some places and that the housing supply is limited and not very diverse.

Compared to neighbouring areas such as Heksenwiel and Kroeten, Gageldonk has a more established, family-oriented character. Kievitsloop and Muizenberg are in the same district and offer similar types of homes, but the atmosphere and exact location relative to green spaces and main roads differ per neighbourhood. It is worth comparing these neighbourhoods side by side if you are seriously considering buying in this part of Breda.

Is a home in Gageldonk right for you?

Gageldonk mainly attracts families and home-movers looking for space in a green, quiet environment without leaving the city entirely. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, which confirms the picture of a neighbourhood with young families and dual-income households. With an average purchase price of over €449,000, the neighbourhood is not cheap, but it is more affordable than the Breda average. First-time buyers with a limited budget will find it difficult, especially because the annual transaction volume is low (14 sales) and there is therefore little choice. If you do not want to buy immediately, you can also look at rental homes in Gageldonk as an intermediate solution. Be prepared for a sharp bidding strategy, as supply is limited and demand is stable.

What residents say about Gageldonk

Gageldonk receives an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 from residents on Buurtje.nl. The highest sub-score is for greenery (9.0), followed by safety, accessibility, community and facilities (each 8.0). Housing and beauty score slightly lower at 7.0. One resident describes the neighbourhood as: "Quiet, green and safe, with good connections to the centre." View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Gageldonk overview page.

Compare homes for sale in and around Gageldonk

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