Rental homes in Belgiëplein en omgeving, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Belgiëplein and surroundings, Amsterdam

The rental market around Belgiëplein is notably accessible compared to many other Amsterdam neighbourhoods. Of the 637 homes in the area, 57% are rental properties and 43% are owner-occupied. Approximately 39% of the total housing stock is owned by housing corporations (social housing), while about 17% is rented out by other landlords in the private sector. This relatively high share of social housing makes this neighbourhood unique within Amsterdam.

In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rental price over the past twelve months was €2,220 per month, with a range of €1,450 to €2,450. With an average floor area of 88 m², this works out to around €25 per m². For comparison, the WOZ value here is €423,000, well below the district average of Sloten/Nieuw-Sloten (€538,000) and the Amsterdam average (€517,000). This also translates into lower rental prices than in many other parts of the city. At the top of this page, you can see the current overview of available rental properties and daily prices.

Living in Belgiëplein and surroundings

Belgiëplein and surroundings is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood in the southwest of Amsterdam, close to the border with Badhoevedorp. The area has its own, almost village-like character that you wouldn't expect within Amsterdam's city limits. The housing largely dates from the 1990s and consists of a mix of single-family homes, terraced houses and low-rise apartment complexes. The streets are wide, there is plenty of greenery, and you hear more birds than trams here. With 1,155 residents, it is a small, manageable neighbourhood where neighbours know each other.

The largest age group is 65-plus (365 residents), but families and younger couples also live here. Single-person households form the majority (365), which fits with the large proportion of seniors living independently. The average income of €35,600 is below the Amsterdam average of €44,276, partly due to the high number of pensioners.

Facilities around Belgiëplein

You can do your daily shopping at Albert Heijn and Lidl in the Nieuw-Sloten shopping centre on Slotermeerlaan, about a ten-minute walk away. There is also a Kruidvat, a pharmacy and a few small specialist shops. For larger purchases or more dining options, you'll need to go to Osdorpplein or Amstelveen Stadshart. Primary school De Slotermeerschool and daycare centres are in the immediate vicinity. Sports enthusiasts will find football and tennis courts at Sportpark Sloten, and De Mirandabad swimming pool is within a quarter of an hour by bike. Sloterpark and Sloterplas are within cycling distance and offer space for walking, running or picnicking.

Accessibility from Belgiëplein and surroundings

The neighbourhood is close to the A4 and A9 motorways, meaning you can quickly reach Schiphol (10 minutes), Haarlem or The Hague by car. Public transport is functional but not spectacular: bus lines 195 and 369 stop in the area and take you to Sloterdijk station or the city centre. Henk Sneevlietweg metro station (line 50) is about 2.5 kilometres away. By bike, you can reach Leidseplein in 25 to 30 minutes. Parking here is largely free and without a permit, a rarity in Amsterdam and something residents greatly appreciate.

Residents generally give the neighbourhood good marks for peace and greenery, but are more critical of the shopping options and public transport accessibility. One resident writes: "Wonderfully quiet living with lots of greenery around you, but for going out or a good restaurant you really have to leave the neighbourhood." See all experiences on the neighbourhood page of Belgiëplein and surroundings. Compared to neighbouring areas such as Nieuw-Sloten-Zuidwest and Nieuw-Sloten-Noordoost, Belgiëplein and surroundings is slightly cheaper in terms of rent and quieter, but also further from the metro.

Is a rental property in Belgiëplein and surroundings right for you?

Due to its quiet, green character and relatively low rental prices for Amsterdam, this neighbourhood is particularly interesting for seniors who want to live independently, peace seekers and couples who have no need for the bustling city life. For families with young children, it is a safe environment, although the range of schools and activities is more limited than in larger neighbourhoods. Starters looking for a rental home in the private sector should be prepared for quick rentals: prepare your documents (income statement, employer's statement) in advance and respond quickly. For social housing, you can register via WoningNet; the waiting lists in this part of Amsterdam are long but shorter than in the city centre. Would you rather consider buying? Then also check the range of homes for sale in Belgiëplein and surroundings.

What residents say about Belgiëplein and surroundings

Residents particularly appreciate the peace, greenery and free parking. The lowest scores usually go to the shopping and dining options and public transport accessibility. "You really live here away from the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam, which is nice, but sometimes it also feels a bit isolated," says one resident. Curious about all the ratings and scores per category? Read the reviews and neighbourhood data of Belgiëplein and surroundings.

Renting in Belgiëplein and surroundings compared to neighbouring areas

Would you like to rent a home in Belgiëplein and surroundings but also explore other options? Dorp Sloten has an even more village-like character with higher purchase prices, while Nieuw-Sloten-Zuidoost is closer to public transport and offers slightly more facilities. For a broader picture, you can look at the supply in the entire district via the rental page of Sloten/Nieuw-Sloten, or if you prefer to search in a completely different part of the city, check out for example the Jordaan or the overview of all rental properties in Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you can not only compare renting an apartment by price, but also by what it's really like to live there. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.