Rental homes in Borgerbuurt, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Borgerbuurt, Amsterdam

Borgerbuurt is pre-eminently a rental neighbourhood: over 82% of the housing stock consists of rental properties, compared to just 18% owner-occupied homes. This makes renting in Borgerbuurt the dominant form of housing. Of these rental properties, the vast majority are owned by housing associations: 74% belong to association holdings, while 8% are with other landlords. Social housing is therefore the norm here, not the exception.

In the free sector (excluding social housing), an average rental price of €2,188 per month was recorded over the past twelve months, based on 14 rented properties. The range runs from €940 to €2,750 per month, with an average floor area of 49 m². This works out at approximately €45 per m² per month. The average WOZ value of homes in Borgerbuurt is €460,000, which is lower than the district average of the Van Lennepbuurt (€478,000) and clearly below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. Borgerbuurt is therefore relatively affordable compared to the wider area, although free sector prices remain substantial. View the current supply and most recent rental prices at the top of this page.

Living in Borgerbuurt, Amsterdam

Borgerbuurt is located in the western part of Amsterdam, as part of the Van Lennepbuurt district in the West borough. The neighbourhood has a distinctly urban character with a clear mix of residents: young and old, newcomers and people who have lived there for decades. Two residents who have each lived there for over forty years describe it aptly: "Young and old together" and "a multicultural neighbourhood" that has changed both for the better and for the worse. That honesty suits the neighbourhood.

The buildings largely consist of pre-war and early post-war closed building blocks, with porch flats and maisonettes along straight streets. The Borgerstraat forms the backbone of the neighbourhood and gives the district its name. The streetscape is compact and urban, with little greenery directly in the neighbourhood itself. Residents therefore give greenery the lowest sub-score (6.5 out of 10). Those seeking greenery have to rely on the nearby Vondelpark or Rembrandtpark, both within cycling distance.

Facilities in Borgerbuurt

For daily shopping, there are supermarkets within walking distance, including Albert Heijn and Dirk branches in the immediate vicinity. The Jan Pieter Heijestraat and Kinkerstraat, close to the neighbourhood, offer a wide range of shops, eateries and bakeries. Residents give facilities a 7.0: adequate, but not exceptional. For schools, the neighbourhood is particularly strong: the education score stands at a notable 9.0, the highest sub-score. There are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, making the neighbourhood attractive for families with young children. For sports and recreation, sports clubs and gyms are accessible in the wider district, and Sportpark Mercator is within cycling distance.

Accessibility of Borgerbuurt

Accessibility scores an 8.0 among residents, the highest sub-score. This is justified. Tram 7 and tram 17 run through or along the neighbourhood towards the city centre and Amsterdam Central. De Clercqstraat metro station (line 52) is a short walk away and takes you to the centre or Amsterdam Zuid in a few minutes. By bike, you can reach Dam Square in ten to fifteen minutes. For motorists, the A10 ring road is quickly accessible via the Surinamekade or the Kostverlorenvaart. Parking in the neighbourhood is only possible with a parking permit, which is a point of attention for tenants with a car. More information about parking permits can be found on the website of the Municipality of Amsterdam.

On the neighbourhood page of Borgerbuurt you will find all resident reviews, sub-scores and current district data together.

Comparison with surrounding neighbourhoods

Compared to neighbourhoods such as Da Costabuurt-Zuid and Lootsbuurt, which are also located in the Van Lennepbuurt, Borgerbuurt has a slightly lower average WOZ value and a somewhat quieter character. If you are considering renting in the wider district, you can also view the supply of rental properties in the Van Lennepbuurt as a whole for a broader overview.

Is renting in Borgerbuurt right for you?

Borgerbuurt mainly attracts young to middle-aged city dwellers: the 25 to 45 age group is by far the largest, and more than half of households consist of a single person. Starters and singles looking for an affordable apartment to rent in Borgerbuurt will find an urban environment with good public transport connections. Families benefit from the high education score. Seniors have also lived here for a long time: the 65-plus group is well represented with 690 people, indicating a stable, close-knit community.

Practical: the free sector supply is limited. In the past year, only 14 free sector homes were rented out. Respond quickly to available rental properties, as supply is scarce. For social housing, there is a long waiting list via Woningnet; register as early as possible. If you would rather buy, you can view the supply of homes for sale in Borgerbuurt as an alternative.

What residents say about Borgerbuurt

Residents give Borgerbuurt an average score of 7.5 out of 10. Accessibility (8.0) and education (9.0) stand out positively. Greenery (6.5) and cleanliness (7.0) are the weakest points. A long-term resident describes it as follows: "I've lived here for over 40 years, seen the neighbourhood grow, very varied with something for everyone. Young and old together. I'll stay a while longer..." (Els, 7.9/10). Another resident makes an honest comment about the lighting in some streets. Read all reviews and view the full scores on the reviews and neighbourhood data of Borgerbuurt. This kind of resident data is unique at neighbourhood level.

Compare rental properties in and around Borgerbuurt

Looking for a broader picture of the supply? Besides Borgerbuurt, Da Costabuurt-Zuid and Lootsbuurt are also worth exploring as comparable neighbourhoods in the same district. If you are looking for a livelier or greener alternative, you can also look at Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan. For a complete overview of all rental properties in Amsterdam, Buurtje.nl offers current supply from over 1,500 sources, combined with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and demographic data. This way you not only find a home, but also the neighbourhood that suits you.