Move-in ready three-room apartment with sunny south-facing balcony in Breda
Key Features
Upsides
- Excellent A+ energy rating with comprehensive insulation (roof, walls, floor, HR glazing) combined with a brand new owned Nefit combi boiler from 2024 results in low energy costs and high living comfort
- South-facing balcony provides optimal sun exposure throughout the day, extending living space outdoors during favorable weather
- Move-in ready condition with modern finishes throughout including laminate flooring, stucwerk walls, updated fuse box (2024), and kitchen appliances included in the sale
- Convenient amenities within walking distance including Dr. Struyckenplein shops, Breda city center reachable by bicycle, nearby parks, plus lift access in the building for accessibility
- Well-organized VvE with 140 euros monthly contribution covering insurance, management, reserves, and maintenance planning, plus a private storage shed in the courtyard and an owned central heating system without rental obligations
Downsides
- Only two bedrooms in a three-room apartment may limit functionality for families or those needing a dedicated home office
- Gallery-style apartment building means the entrance is accessed via an outdoor walkway on one side of the building, which may offer less privacy compared to a traditional entrance hall
- Reliance on individual gas-fired boiler for heating despite A+ rating, whereas modern developments increasingly offer heat pump or district heating alternatives for better sustainability
- No private parking provision
- open public parking only available in the area
- Only one bathroom with separate toilet
- morning rush hour sharing arrangements may be inconvenient for multiple occupants
Description
This well-maintained three-room apartment is situated at Verbeetenstraat 22B2 in the city of Breda, offering approximately 69 square meters of living space. The property was constructed in 2005 and is positioned on the first floor of a residential building that features a lift, making it accessible for various living situations including those with reduced mobility or families with young children.
Upon entering the apartment, you arrive in a central hallway that provides access to all rooms. The hall is equipped with an intercom system, a modern fuse box that was renewed in 2024 featuring seven circuit groups, a cooking circuit, three residual current devices, and digital meters for day and night electricity tariffs, gas, and water. This updated electrical system ensures reliable and safe electricity distribution throughout the home.
The apartment includes a separate toilet that is fully tiled and equipped with a wall-mounted toilet, a small sink, and mechanical ventilation. The living room serves as the main gathering space and is finished with laminate flooring and clean stucco walls. This room benefits from abundant natural light and provides access to the south-facing balcony through patio doors. The open-plan connection to the kitchen creates a spacious feel throughout the main living area.
The balcony is a particular highlight of this property, facing south and fitted with wooden deck boards, offering a pleasant outdoor space to enjoy sunshine throughout the day. It spans approximately 5 square meters of building-bound outdoor space, providing room for a small table and chairs.
The open kitchen is arranged in a practical L-shaped layout and comes equipped with a synthetic countertop, refrigerator, freezer with three drawers, four-burner gas stove, range hood, stainless steel sink, combination oven and microwave, dishwasher, and numerous upper and lower cabinets providing ample storage and counter space. The kitchen appliances are included in the sale.
Both bedrooms are located on the quieter rear side of the apartment. The first bedroom offers comfortable proportions for a double bed and wardrobe. The second bedroom serves as a versatile space suitable for use as a guest room, home office, hobby room, or additional sleeping quarters depending on your needs.
The bathroom is fully tiled and features a radiator, walk-in shower, and a vanity unit with a sink. Mechanical ventilation ensures proper air circulation in this wet room.
A practical storage and laundry room is located within the apartment, housing connections for washing machines, the Nefit combination boiler from 2024 which is owned rather than rented, and additional storage space. This room adds to the functionality of the home.
Additional storage is provided by a brick-built shed situated in the rear courtyard, equipped with electricity, offering approximately 2 square meters of external storage space.
The building has a homeowners association with monthly contribution of 140 euros covering building insurance, management fees, reserve funds for major and minor common maintenance, and planned maintenance. The association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, maintains a maintenance plan, and has building insurance in place.
Energy performance is strong with an A+ rating achieved through comprehensive insulation including roof, wall, floor insulation, and HR double glazing. The apartment largely features wooden window frames with high-efficiency glazing. The property is heated by the owned gas-fired Nefit combination boiler installed in 2024.
The location offers excellent everyday convenience with Dr. Struyckenplein within walking distance, providing shops and daily amenities. The vibrant center of Breda is easily reachable by bicycle. Several parks are located nearby for recreation, walking, running, or simply enjoying green spaces. The area is described as quiet and situated within a residential neighborhood.
The property is freehold with no leasehold complications. Cadastral reference is PRINCENHAGE I 5324. Acceptance of the property is by mutual agreement.
Overall this apartment offers a complete living package with modern heating system, excellent energy performance, practical layout, pleasant outdoor space, convenient storage options, and a family-friendly building with lift access in a well-serviced urban location.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The bathroom clearly states 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower).
Bathtub
Only a walk-in shower is mentioned; no bathtub is described.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is accessed from the main hallway/entrance area, not directly from a bedroom. No ensuite configuration is described.
Guest Toilet
A separate, tiled toilet with floating closet and small sink is described in the layout, distinct from the bathroom.
Heated Towel Rail
A radiator is mentioned in the bathroom ('radiator'). In Dutch listings, bathroom radiators commonly function as heated towel rails, though this is not explicitly confirmed.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned anywhere in the description or layout.
Double Shower
Only one walk-in shower is described.
Shared Shower
This is a private single-unit apartment with no shared facilities described.
Shared Toilet
This is a private single-unit apartment; the toilet is for private use only.
His And Hers Sinks
Only one sink with cabinet ('wastafel in meubel') is mentioned.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a south-facing balcony ('zonnige balkon op het zuiden') with a wooden deck ('vlonderterras') and lists 'Balkon aanwezig' in the features.
Rear Garden
This is a first-floor apartment in a gallery flat building. No rear garden is mentioned or implied.
Front Garden
This is a first-floor apartment. The balcony is at the front, but there is no garden.
Side Garden
This is an apartment with no side garden mentioned.
Terrace
The balcony has a 'vlonderterras' (wooden deck flooring), but this is the balcony floor covering, not a separate terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
This is a first-floor apartment. No rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
This is an apartment without any private yard.
Patio
No patio is mentioned. The outdoor space is a balcony.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned or implied for this apartment.
Waterfront
No waterfront location is mentioned. Parks are nearby but no water features.
Kitchen Garden
This is an apartment without a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Breda is in the Netherlands, which is a flat country with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is on the first floor of a gallery flat. No city views are mentioned, and being on a low floor, remarkable views are unlikely.
Remarkable Garden View
No remarkable garden views are mentioned. The bedrooms face the quiet back side but no specific garden views are described.
Remarkable Sea View
Breda is an inland city in the Netherlands, far from the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour views are mentioned, and Breda does not have a major visible harbour from this residential area.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning system is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or specifications. The property lists CV-ketel for heating but makes no reference to cooling systems.
Central Heating
Explicitly stated: 'Cv-ketel' with 'Nefit (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2024, eigendom)'. Additionally, the bathroom features a radiator. The building has good insulation contributing to heating efficiency.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the listing. The apartment features laminate flooring, an open kitchen connection, and central heating via CV-ketel, but no fireplace or fireplace installation is described in the layout or specifications.
Hardwood Floors
The listing explicitly describes 'laminaat vloeren' (laminate floors) in both the living room and bedrooms. Hardwood floors are not mentioned.
Tiled Floors
Both the toilet and bathroom are described as 'betegeld' (tiled). The kitchenFloor type is not explicitly stated. Tiled floors are present in wet areas (bathroom and toilet) but not throughout the apartment.
Laminate Flooring
Explicitly and repeatedly mentioned in the description: 'afgewerkt met een laminaatvloer' for the living room and both bedrooms. Also confirmed in 'Bijzonderheden' section and features list.
Carpeted Floors
The listing specifically mentions 'laminaat vloeren' in living areas and bedrooms. No carpet is mentioned anywhere in the apartment specifications.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating is mentioned. The bathroom features a radiator as the heating element. The listing mentions 'CV-ketel' for heating but gives no indication of underfloor systems.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned in the listing. The apartment has a practical storage/utility room with connections for washing appliances, plus space for extra storage. No dedicated walk-in closet space is described.
Home Office
The listing explicitly mentions 'Slaapkamer II' offers 'diverse gebruiksmogelijkheden, bijvoorbeeld als slaap-, werk- of hobbykamer' (various usage possibilities, for example as sleeping, work or hobby room), directly indicating suitability as a home office.
Skylight
No skylight is mentioned in the listing. The apartment is on the 1st floor with balcony access. Descriptions focus on the south-facing balcony and interior layout without any skylight references.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned. The listing describes 'stucwerk wandafwerking' (plaster wall finish) and 'spuitwerk plafondafwerking' (spray ceiling finish), indicating smooth finished ceilings without exposed structural elements.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the listing. The living room access to the south-facing balcony is described without mention of bay windows or similar projected window features.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool is mentioned or implied. This is a 69 m² apartment with standard 3-room layout. Such amenities would typically be described as a major feature but none exist here.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned. The bathroom features standard amenities (walk-in shower, sink in cabinet) and mechanical ventilation, but no sauna installation is noted.
Built-In Wardrobes
No built-in wardrobes are mentioned in the listing. The apartment includes a practical storage/utility room ('bergingsruimte') with connections for washing equipment and extra storage space, but no built-in wardrobes are described for the bedrooms.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The listing mentions 'strakke stucwerk wandafwerking' (sleek/straight plaster wall finishing) and 'spuitwerk plafondafwerking' (spray ceiling finishing), indicating smooth minimal finishes rather than ornamental or decorative plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The apartment presents a clean, minimal aesthetic with practical laminaat flooring, stucwerk walls and ceilings, and a functional L-shaped kitchen. The overall design feels light and uncluttered. However, no distinctly Scandinavian design elements like light woods in furniture, minimalist styling, or specific color palettes are explicitly mentioned or implied.
Modern
Built in 2005 with a Nefit combination gas boiler from 2024, renewed groupenkast in 2024, HR glazing, lift access, mechanical ventilation, energy label A+, and comprehensive insulation (roof, walls, floor, HR glass). The apartment is 'instapklaar' (ready to move in) with updated systems and finishes.
Industrial
No mention of industrial elements such as exposed brick, concrete, metal fixtures, or warehouse-style features. The apartment features standard residential finishes like laminaat flooring and stucwerk walls.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean design elements mentioned such as terracotta, warm colors, arches, or tile patterns. The south-facing balcony provides some outdoor living appeal but lacks Mediterranean character descriptors.
Classic
The apartment has practical functional layout with standard finishes typical of early 2000s construction. No ornate details, crown molding, or traditional architectural elements are described. The finishes are described as 'verzorgd' (well-maintained) but not classic or traditional in character.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 2005 with modern finishes including laminate floors, smooth plaster walls, and a contemporary kitchen. It is not a traditional or historic style building.
Early 20th Century
Built in 2005, this is not an early 20th century style building (jaren-30 woning).
Post War Functional
Built in 2005, this is not a post-war functional building from the 1950s-1970s era.
Modernist
Built in 2005 with contemporary finishes, but 'modernist' typically refers to a specific architectural movement (Bauhaus, De Stijl). This appears to be a standard contemporary apartment rather than architectural modernism.
Newly Build
Built in 2005, approximately 19-20 years ago. While some components were updated in 2024 (electrical panel, boiler), the building itself is not newly built.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly mentioned 'vaatwasser' in the kitchen equipment list.
Oven
Explicitly mentioned 'combi oven/magnetron' in the kitchen.
Microwave
Explicitly mentioned 'combi oven/magnetron' in the kitchen.
Refrigerator
Explicitly mentioned 'koelkast' in the kitchen equipment.
Freezer
Explicitly mentioned 'vriezer met drie lades' (freezer with three drawers).
Kitchen Island
Kitchen is described as an L-shaped kitchen ('L-opstelling'), no island mentioned.
Open Plan Kitchen
Description states 'open verbinding met de keuken' indicating an open connection between living room and kitchen.
Pantry
There is a practical storage/utility room ('praktische berging/wasruimte') but no dedicated pantry is mentioned.
Stove
Explicitly mentioned '4 pits gasfornuis' (4-burner gas stove).
Induction Stove
The stove is explicitly described as a gas stove, not induction.
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker mentioned in the kitchen description.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (like Quooker) mentioned in the description.
Downdraft Extractor
No downdraft extractor mentioned; standard exhaust hood ('afzuigkap') is listed.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment, not a shared living arrangement.
Design Kitchen
Kitchen is described as practical L-shaped layout with standard cabinets and countertops; not specifically marketed as a design kitchen.
New Kitchen
Building is from 2005; kitchen is not described as recently renovated or new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing specifies 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), indicating there is no designated private parking spot associated with the property.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a practical storage/laundry room inside the apartment and a separate storage room on the rear courtyard.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
The property does not have a garage.
Double Garage
The property does not have a garage.
Attic
The property is a gallery flat on the first floor with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
There is no mention of a cellar in the listing.
Covered Parking
The listing states 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), which typically implies uncovered street parking.
Underground Parking
The listing states 'Openbaar parkeren' and does not mention underground parking.
Ev Charging
There is no mention of EV charging facilities in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
The features list an 'Aangebouwde stenen berging' (attached stone storage shed) located on the rear courtyard.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no mention of a parking spot for rent.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no mention of a parking spot for sale.
Rules
Owners Association
VvE (owners association) is explicitly mentioned with monthly fees of €140, and it is registered with the KvK.
Leasehold
Kadastrale gegevens show 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (full ownership), indicating freehold (not leasehold).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
Listing explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
Listing explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
Service costs are explicitly listed as €140 per month in both the description and the features table.
Oa Reserve Fund
Listing explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
Listing explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
Listing explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' and also mentions 'inbegrepen de gebruikelijke verzekeringen' in the description.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions an elevator ('toegang tot de lift') and lists 'lift' in the amenities.
Intercom
The description states there is an 'intercom' in the entrance hall of the apartment.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system in the provided text.
Security Cameras
Security cameras are not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Private Entrance
The property is listed as a 'Galerijflat' (gallery apartment), which by definition has a shared central entrance.
Automatic Gate
No automatic gate is mentioned in the listing.
Gated Community
There is no indication that the building is part of a gated community; it mentions public parking and an inner courtyard.
Wheelchair Accessible
The property has an elevator and a walk-in shower, and the description hints at ground-floor living, but specific accessibility details like door widths or ramp access are not provided.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly mentions 'aansluitingen voor wasapparatuur' (connections for washing appliances) in the utility room.
Laundry Room
The layout describes a 'Praktische berging/wasruimte' (practical storage/laundry room).
High Speed Internet
Fiber optic cable ('Glasvezelkabel') is listed under the amenities, ensuring high-speed internet capabilities.
Fibre Internet
'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) is explicitly listed as an available amenity.
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home devices, systems, or features in the description.
Ventilation System
Mechanical ventilation ('mechanische ventilatie') is mentioned in the bathroom, toilet, and the general amenities list.
Cable Tv
'TV kabel' (TV cable) is explicitly listed under the provided amenities.
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener anywhere in the property description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the description or features list.
Double Glazing
The listing mentions 'HR-glas' (High-Retention glass) and 'HR beglazing', which in the Dutch market standardly refers to double glazing.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies HR-glas (double glazing) but does not mention triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The features explicitly list 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Floor Insulation
The features explicitly list 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
The features explicitly list 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The heating system is described as a 'Nefit (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2024)', which is a gas-fired combi boiler, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery or any related energy storage system.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The apartment features a brand new (2024) high-efficiency gas combi boiler, a completely renewed electrical panel in 2024, and a whole-house mechanical ventilation system.