Rental homes in Amstelveen

Renting a home in Amstelveen: what you need to know about the rental market

Amstelveen is a municipality where renting is the norm: 53% of the more than 42,800 homes are rental properties. Of these, 29% are owned by housing associations (social housing) and 24% are offered by other landlords, such as private investors and institutional parties. This ratio makes Amstelveen unique compared to many other municipalities in the region. In the free sector, the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,932 per month, with an average floor area of 118 m². The range is enormous: from around €400 for a small studio apartment to €15,000 for the largest detached homes. This reflects how diverse the supply is. Check the top of this page for the current daily price and current listings.

The high rents in the free sector are linked to the location. Amstelveen borders directly on Amsterdam, Schiphol is just around the corner, and the international schools attract many expats. Nearly half of the residents are highly educated (48%), the average income is €50,600, and the labour participation rate is 63%. This makes competition in the rental market fierce, especially for apartments in the mid-range segment. Anyone looking for a rental home needs to act quickly.

The neighbourhoods of Amstelveen: where do you want to live?

Amstelveen consists of fourteen neighbourhoods that differ greatly from each other. From the busy shopping area around Stadshart to the quiet polder strips of Buitengebied Zuid (neighbourhood score: 6.8). Below are the most important neighbourhoods for renters, with their character and scores.

Elsrijk, the heart of Amstelveen

Elsrijk is by far the highest-rated neighbourhood with enough reviews to give a reliable picture: an 8.2 based on 39 reviews. Residents appreciate the combination of a village feel and urban amenities. One resident describes it as "a nice, green neighbourhood where you have everything within walking distance but still have peace and quiet in the evening." The neighbourhood is close to the Stadshart shopping centre and has good bus connections to Amsterdam-Zuid. Renting in Elsrijk is popular among families and couples who want space without completely letting go of the city.

Bovenkerk and Westwijk Noord, the quiet top scorer

Bovenkerk and Westwijk Noord score the highest of all Amstelveen neighbourhoods with an 8.8, although this is based on 2 reviews. It is a quiet, green neighbourhood on the southwest side of Amstelveen with many single-family homes. The atmosphere is village-like, there are primary schools nearby, and you can quickly reach the A9 motorway. Families with children in particular feel at home here.

Groenelaan, affordable and well-connected

The neighbourhood of Groenelaan scores an 8.2 among residents (3 reviews) and offers a mix of social housing and free sector properties. Its location near Amstelveen Centrum metro station makes it attractive for commuters. It is somewhat more urban than the southern neighbourhoods, with more apartments and fewer detached homes.

In addition, a few other neighbourhoods deserve attention. Keizer Karelpark scores a 6.8 (8 reviews), which is lower than the municipal average of 8.0. Residents describe the neighbourhood as functional but sometimes lacking character. Uilenstede Kronenburg (7.7 based on 2 reviews) is the student area around the VU campus, with many rooms and studios but also noise pollution. Waardhuizen Middenhoven scores an 8.0 and is a quiet family neighbourhood on the east side. And for those looking for the liveliness of shops and restaurants, you can check out the listings around Stadshart or Randwijck, where the COBRA Museum and the ice rink are also located. View all resident reviews and neighbourhood comparisons on the municipality page of Amstelveen.

Who is renting in Amstelveen suitable for, and who is it not?

Amstelveen attracts a wide audience. Expats form a large group: the international schools (ISA, the Japanese school), the proximity of Schiphol and the Zuidas make it a logical choice for foreign professionals. Renting an apartment in Amstelveen is often their first step. In addition, there are many dual-income couples and families looking for the space that Amsterdam does not offer, but who want to maintain accessibility. The metro line (51) to Amsterdam-Zuid and the fast bus lines help with that.

But let's be honest: for starters and singles with a median income, the free sector here is hardly affordable. With an average of nearly €3,000 per month, you need a substantial household income. Social housing through housing associations has waiting lists of years. Anyone looking for an affordable rental home in Amstelveen needs patience or should look to Aalsmeer or other surrounding municipalities. Are you also considering buying? Then check out the homes for sale in Amstelveen; the average WOZ value is €528,000. Prepare your documents well (employer's statement, payslips, ID) because landlords in the free sector almost always ask for these. Respond quickly: popular rental homes in Amstelveen are gone within days. On the website of the municipality of Amstelveen you can find information about registration with housing associations and parking permits.

Searching the rental listings in Amstelveen

On this page you will find the current rental listings with filters for price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you can assess not only the home but also the surroundings. Also take a look at rental homes in nearby municipalities such as Beverwijk or Blaricum, or explore the rest of the province of North Holland.