Rental homes in Banne-Zuidwest, Amsterdam
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Rental prices and market figures for Banne-Zuidwest, Amsterdam
Banne-Zuidwest is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: 75% of the more than 1,400 homes are rented out, the majority of which (68%) are owned by housing corporations. This means the private sector is relatively small here. Over the past twelve months, ten homes were rented out in the private sector (excluding social housing), with an average rent of €2,108 per month for an average floor area of 91 m². That works out to about €23 per m². The range varied from €791 to €2,500 per month, indicating that the supply varies greatly by type of home. For the current available rental properties and the most recent average rent, see the overview at the top of this page.
The WOZ value in Banne-Zuidwest averages €405,000, slightly below the district average for Banne Buiksloot (€408,000) and clearly below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average income of €27,800 per year is also significantly lower than the Amsterdam average of €44,276. This reflects the socio-economic composition of the neighbourhood: a relatively high share of social housing and a labour participation rate of 56%. If you are looking for a rental home in the private sector, you will pay similar prices here as elsewhere in Noord, but the supply is limited. Social housing is the dominant form of housing.
Living in Banne-Zuidwest, Amsterdam
Banne-Zuidwest is a post-war expansion neighbourhood in Amsterdam-Noord, built in the 1960s and 1970s. The housing stock largely consists of porch flats and stacked buildings from that period, supplemented by terraced houses. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for architectural features, but rather for the amount of greenery present between the housing blocks. Resident Jasmijn describes it as: "Generally fine to live in. There is plenty of green space in the area, but it could be more." Meryem adds that there is also a "riding school and sports activities" in the neighbourhood, giving it a somewhat village-like character that you do not encounter in many other Amsterdam districts.
The neighbourhood has a mixed population of 3,740 residents. The largest group is aged 25 to 45, but older people (65+: 695) and children (0-15: 705) are also well represented. Single-person households form the largest category. The atmosphere is down-to-earth and everyday: no trendy coffee bars, but a neighbourhood where people simply live and go about their lives. That has charm, but there are also points of attention. Both Jasmijn and Meryem mention nuisance from loitering youths and sometimes messy situations in public spaces. The resident score for cleanliness is the lowest of all categories at 4.5 out of 10, confirming that picture.
Facilities in Banne-Zuidwest
Daily shopping is well taken care of. There is a shopping centre in the immediate vicinity, including a supermarket, so you do not have to go far for basics. For a larger range of shops, the district centre Boven 't IJ is within cycling distance. The riding school Meryem mentions is Manege De Banne, a notable facility for an urban neighbourhood. Furthermore, there are sports facilities and primary schools in the district, although education scores relatively low at 5.0 in the resident assessment. Meryem advocates for more mixed schools, which says something about the current situation. For hospital care and more specialised facilities, you have to rely on other parts of Amsterdam-Noord or the city centre.
Accessibility of Banne-Zuidwest
Accessibility scores well: residents give it an 8.0 out of 10. Jasmijn describes it aptly: "You cycle to the city centre in no time or take the bus to metro 52." Bus line 34 connects the neighbourhood to metro station Noord (line 52, the North-South line), from where you can reach Amsterdam Central in about ten minutes. By bike, the city centre is reachable in 25 to 35 minutes via the IJ tunnel or the ferry. For motorists, the A10 via the S116 is relatively quick to reach. Parking is free in most streets or arranged with a resident permit, which is a not-to-be-underestimated advantage in Amsterdam. Living in Banne-Zuidwest offers more comfort in this respect than in many other Amsterdam neighbourhoods.
Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Banne-Noordwest and Banne-Zuidoost, Banne-Zuidwest has a similar character: post-war buildings, many corporation rentals and a down-to-earth living environment. Buiksloterbreek in the same district also has a similar structure. If you are looking for more urban dynamism, you would be better off looking at neighbourhoods like the Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan, but there rents are generally much higher. More information about the broader district can be found on the page about rental properties in Banne Buiksloot.
Is renting in Banne-Zuidwest right for you?
Banne-Zuidwest mainly attracts tenants who want to live affordably in Amsterdam-Noord and have no need for a trendy neighbourhood. Families benefit from the greenery and space, starters can look for a social rental home through a corporation, and people who prefer peace and space over urban hustle and bustle will find what they are looking for here. The neighbourhood is less suitable for those who place great value on a lively dining scene or a well-maintained public space. Keep in mind that the private sector supply is limited: only ten private sector homes were rented out over the past year. Respond quickly to available rental properties in Banne-Zuidwest as soon as they appear. For social housing, register with housing corporations such as Ymere or Rochdale, but expect a long waiting list. Are you also open to buying? Then check out the supply of homes for sale in Banne-Zuidwest as an alternative.
What residents say about Banne-Zuidwest
Based on resident reviews, Banne-Zuidwest receives an overall score of 6.0 out of 10. Accessibility (8.0) and safety (7.0) are rated highest. Cleanliness (4.5) and education (5.0) score lowest. Resident Meryem writes: "A lot of poverty and loitering youths, but also kind people who try to make the most of life." That is an honest and nuanced picture of a neighbourhood in development. See all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page for Banne-Zuidwest. These kinds of experiences from real residents are not found anywhere else at the neighbourhood level.
Comparing rental properties in and around Banne-Zuidwest
Are you exploring renting in Banne-Zuidwest but also want to look at other options? The neighbouring neighbourhood Banne-Noordoost has a similar structure, while Marjoleinterrein has a different, sometimes quieter character. For a broader overview of the supply in the city, you can compare all rental properties in Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores, demographic data and resident reviews, so you not only find a home but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you. More about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Banne-Zuidwest, Amsterdam?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Banne-Zuidwest over the past year was €2,108 per month, with an average living area of 91 m². That works out to about €23 per m². The range ran from €791 to €2,500 per month, depending on the type and size of the property. Social housing is generally much cheaper, but waiting lists via housing associations apply.
Are there social housing properties in Banne-Zuidwest?
Yes, Banne-Zuidwest has a large share of social housing: 68% of homes are owned by housing associations such as Ymere or Rochdale. For a social housing property, you need to register via WoningNet (woningnet.nl), but be prepared for long waiting lists that can run to several years in Amsterdam. The remaining 7% of rental properties are owned by private or other landlords and fall under the free sector.
What is it like to live in Banne-Zuidwest?
Banne-Zuidwest is a post-war neighbourhood in Amsterdam-Noord with plenty of green space, roominess and a down-to-earth living environment. Residents appreciate the accessibility (8.0/10) and safety (7.0/10), but are more critical of the cleanliness of public spaces (cleanliness: 4.5/10) and the education provision (5.0/10). The overall resident score is 6.0 out of 10. The neighbourhood has a mixed population and an everyday, relaxed atmosphere without urban hustle and bustle.
Is Banne-Zuidwest suitable for families with children?
Banne-Zuidwest has features that can be attractive for families: there is relatively plenty of green space, a riding school (manege De Banne), sports facilities and primary schools in the area. With 705 residents under the age of 15, there are also many children living in the neighbourhood. One point of attention is the rating of education (5.0/10): residents indicate that schools could be more mixed. For families who want to live affordably in Amsterdam-Noord, the neighbourhood is a realistic option, provided you take the social housing route or respond quickly to free sector offerings.
How is the accessibility of Banne-Zuidwest?
The accessibility of Banne-Zuidwest is rated by residents at 8.0 out of 10. By bus, you are quickly at metro station Noord (line 52, North-South line), from where Amsterdam Central is reachable in about ten minutes. By bike, the centre can be reached in 25 to 35 minutes via the IJ tunnel or the ferry. Motorists can reach the A10 relatively quickly via the S116. Parking is free in most streets or arranged with a resident's permit.
What facilities are there in Banne-Zuidwest?
In and directly around Banne-Zuidwest you will find a shopping centre with a supermarket for daily groceries. Notable is manege De Banne, a riding school in the middle of the city. Furthermore, there are sports facilities and primary schools in the district. For a more extensive range of shops and eateries, you are dependent on the district centre Boven 't IJ, within cycling distance. For specialised care or larger retail chains, you need to go to other parts of Amsterdam-Noord or the centre.
Is Banne-Zuidwest a safe neighbourhood to live in?
Residents give safety in Banne-Zuidwest a score of 7.0 out of 10, which is above average for the overall neighbourhood score of 6.0. Nevertheless, several residents mention nuisance from loitering youths and sometimes unsettled situations in public spaces. Resident Jasmijn writes that 'there are occasionally some problems with loitering youths or other shady characters'. The picture is therefore nuanced: the neighbourhood is not unsafe, but it is not always completely quiet either.
Lots of poverty and loitering youths but also kind people trying to make the most of life. Education should be more mixed, not too much of the same. Lots of green in the neighbourhood and a riding school, sports activities.
Auto-translated to English by AIGenerally fine to live in. It's well located, you can cycle to the city centre or take the bus to metro 52. There's a shopping centre nearby. There's enough green space in the area, but it could be more. Occasionally some issues with loitering youths or other shady characters. Lots of screaming/shouting children or parties at Koopvaardersplantsoen, which is often annoying. There's not really a community, at least I don't feel it, but that might be because I live in the only block of new-build houses and most people come from the flats. However, little is done to foster community either. Lots of rubbish on the street/next to the bins.
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