Find Rental Housing in Breda
Breda is a lively Brabant city with a beautiful historic center. Avans University and Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) attract many students. The city is strategically located between Rotterdam and Antwerp and is well accessible.
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How the rental market in Breda really is
Breda combines Brabant coziness with good accessibility.
Prices by property type
A room costs €450-600 per month on average. Studios are available from €800-1,000. Apartments start at €1,000-1,300.
The reality of searching
Breda is more accessible than the Randstad. On average, you'll find something within 1-2 months. The center is more competitive.
Student housing
Avans has about 30,000 students spread across multiple locations. BUas has international students. There are specific student complexes.
Center
The historic center around Grote Markt is highly desired. Lots of hospitality, nightlife, and shops. Prices are higher.
Brabant atmosphere
Breda is known for carnival and Redhead Days festival. The city has a cozy, social atmosphere.
Neighborhoods in Breda
Centrum
ExpensiveHistoric heart with Grote Markt. Lively, nightlife, more expensive.
Belcrum
AverageUp-and-coming neighborhood near station. Creative, in development.
Brabantpark
AverageQuiet residential area in the south. Families, green.
Princenhage
AffordableNeighborhood with village character. Quiet, affordable.
Haagse Beemden
AffordableLarge residential area in the north. Spacious, many facilities.
Best strategy for Breda
Budget < €650
Rooms in Princenhage, Haagse Beemden, or student complexes. Relatively easy.
Budget €650 - €1.000
Studios or small apartments in various neighborhoods. Good choice.
Budget > €1.000
Wide choice in center or Brabantpark. New construction in Belcrum.
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Scam advice for Breda
Student-targeting
New students are targets in August. Be extra alert.
Centrum-fraude
Too good offers in the popular center are often fake.
Internationale studenten
BUas students are targeted. Use official channels.
Vooruitbetaling
Never pay without seeing the property.
Tips for Breda
Breda is relatively easy - start 1-2 months in advance
The center is nice but more expensive - consider Brabantpark or Belcrum
Tilburg is 15 min by train as alternative
Avans and BUas have housing services
Brabant culture is social - networking helps
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Is Breda a good city for students?
Yes, Breda is cozy with a good student population. Affordable, nice center, and less competitive than the Randstad.
How long does it take to find something?
On average 1-2 months. In August it's busier due to student influx. Center is more competitive.
Which neighborhood is best for students?
Center is lively but expensive. Belcrum is up-and-coming. Haagse Beemden and Princenhage are cheaper but further.
Is Breda well connected?
Excellent - direct train to Rotterdam (30 min), Tilburg (15 min), Antwerp (45 min). Strategic location.
What's the difference between Breda and Tilburg?
Breda has a nicer historic center. Tilburg is slightly cheaper and has more industry/tech. Both have Brabant atmosphere.