A cosy home in a quiet corner of Breda
This mid-terrace house on Jeannette Houwingstraat sits in the Kesteren neighbourhood, a calm residential area in Breda north-west. With 82 m² of living space and a 142 m² plot, it's a compact home with a private garden. The asking price of €375,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but it's a well-maintained property from 1986 with energy label C. For context, terraced houses in Breda vary widely in price and size.
Kesteren: a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood
Kesteren is a neighbourhood where people know each other. One resident says: "I have very cosy neighbours. Things are also often organised within the neighbourhood group." Another adds: "I've been living there for just over 6 years in a senior home. Fairly quiet street, shops you need in the neighbourhood." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 7.82 out of 10. It's a mix of families and older residents, with many owner-occupied homes. The neighbourhood Kesteren has a strong sense of community.
Daily life on Jeannette Houwingstraat
For your daily shopping, Lidl is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. Primary school Kbs Olympia is a couple of streets away, and secondary school Graaf Engelbrecht is within walking distance. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, perfect for a quick stroll. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes easy. The municipality Breda offers a good balance of urban amenities and green spaces.
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About Jeannette Houwingstraat 8, Breda
Is €375,000 a fair price for this home?
The asking price of €375,000 is slightly above the average sold price in Kesteren (€388,143) but below the current average listing price (€428,056). Given that the home is 82 m², which is 27% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 112 m², the price per m² is relatively high. However, it's a well-maintained mid-terrace house with a garden, which adds value.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Kesteren is a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Residents organise neighbourhood events and describe it as cosy and peaceful. It has a mix of families and older residents, and most homes are owner-occupied. The area scores 7.82 out of 10 based on resident reviews.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.0 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Breda city centre or further afield.
What shops are nearby?
Lidl is just 180 metres away, so you can walk there in a couple of minutes. Albert Heijn is about 941 metres away, a ten-minute walk. For more variety, the shopping centre Heksenwiel is a 19-minute bike ride, as one resident mentioned.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house from 1986. It means the home is reasonably energy-efficient, but you may still have moderate heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 55.6% of homes have label A, so this one is slightly less efficient than many.
Is there a garden?
Yes, the home has a plot of 142 m², which typically includes a private garden. The exact size and layout of the garden are not specified, but it offers outdoor space for relaxation or gardening.
