Rental homes in Aalsmeer

What does a rental property cost in Aalsmeer: from €900 to nearly €5,000

The rental market in the Aalsmeer district has a remarkably wide range. In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €2,558 per month, based on 77 rented properties. Prices vary considerably: from around €900 for a smaller apartment to €4,950 for larger family homes. The average floor area of these rented properties was 139 m², which explains why the price level is relatively high. Of the 5,951 homes in the district, 41% are rental properties, of which 24% are owned by a housing association and 17% by other landlords. Those looking for a rental home in the social sector are therefore dependent on that housing association stock, but waiting times are long. Current daily prices and availability can be found in the overview at the top of this page.

In terms of property value, the Aalsmeer district, with an average WOZ value of €466,000, is slightly below the municipal average of €494,000. The average disposable income of €40,300 is also just below the municipal level of €41,700. This makes the district within the municipality of Aalsmeer relatively slightly more accessible, although renting in the free sector remains firmly priced here. Considering a home purchase? Then also check the supply of homes for sale in Aalsmeer, because with 59% owner-occupied homes, that is the dominant housing type in this district.

Living by the Westeinderplas: how residents experience Aalsmeer

On Buurtje.nl, residents rate the Aalsmeer district a 7.2 out of 10. That sounds solid, and it is. It is especially the green surroundings (7.7), the beauty of the neighbourhood (7.7) and education (7.7) that score highly. Resident Ria describes it aptly: "It's a nice neighbourhood with the Westeinderplas around the corner. Beautiful nature. And quiet. Little trouble from planes." She calls the district child- and dog-friendly and appreciates the nice centre with its water sports opportunities. That proximity to the Westeinderplas is truly a feature you don't find everywhere. The water, the marinas and the walking paths along the lake give the district its own character that you don't see in, for example, the more urban neighbourhoods like Centrum or Stommeer.

Yet there are caveats. Accessibility scores the lowest at 6.7, along with amenities and sense of community. Resident Wilma calls the neighbourhood "pleasant and especially quiet" and is glad the old bus station has become a green square, but misses a simple bench to sit on. Carla, who has lived there for 42 years, is more critical. She experiences little social contact and notes that it is difficult to downsize without paying significantly more rent. That flow problem is recognisable: once you have an affordable rental home, you are stuck because the free sector is so much more expensive. On the district page of Aalsmeer you can read all reviews and detailed district data.

Aalsmeer has a village character with an active club life centred around water sports, but it is not a bustling nightlife area. The centre offers sufficient daily amenities: supermarkets, eateries and small shops. For larger purchases or nightlife, you travel to Amstelveen or Amsterdam. The municipality of Aalsmeer invests in public space, but the public transport network remains a point of attention. By bus you are connected to Schiphol and Amstelveen, but private transport is indispensable for many residents. The neighbourhoods Hornmeer and Uiterweg are nearby and each offers its own atmosphere, from sporty to rural.

Renting in Aalsmeer: for families with a budget, less so for starters

With an average rent of €2,558 in the free sector, renting an apartment in Aalsmeer is not an option for starters or single people on a modal income. The district mainly attracts dual-income earners and families looking for space, greenery and water within commuting distance of Amsterdam and Schiphol. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (3,730 residents), and 38% of households are married. At the same time, single-person households form the largest group (2,435), indicating a mix of older singles and younger singles. For those who find renting a home in Aalsmeer too expensive in the free sector, the social rental sector can be an alternative, but expect long waiting times. Looking for more affordability? Then also look at Kudelstraat en Kalslagen or Oosteinde, where the atmosphere is different but prices are sometimes more favourable.

Searching for a rental property in the Aalsmeer district

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current supply of rental properties in Aalsmeer, supplemented with resident reviews and district statistics. Filter by price, floor area or energy label to quickly see what suits you. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the overview of all rental properties in the municipality of Aalsmeer to not miss anything. This way you can compare well what renting a home in Aalsmeer yields compared to surrounding districts.