Rental homes in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde, Amsterdam

What does a rental property cost in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde?

Renting in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde is not for the faint of wallet. In the free sector, the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,825 per month, with a range of €450 to €7,000. That average is slightly above the level of Amsterdam as a whole, which is not unusual for a neighbourhood literally in the heart of the city. The average floor area of rented properties is 99 m², but don't expect a spacious family home: these are mainly apartments above shops, in monumental buildings along the canals, or in newer complexes near Central Station. The WOZ value, at €535,000, is just above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. Notably, as much as 79% of the housing stock is rental, but only 9% of that is owned by housing corporations. The vast majority, around 70%, is rented out by private or commercial landlords. Finding social housing here is therefore particularly difficult. At the top of this page, view the current listings and the daily price for the most recent updates.

Living between Dam Square and Central Station: what does it really feel like?

Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde is the neighbourhood that most Amsterdammers only know as visitors. Kalverstraat, Nieuwendijk, Dam Square, the Royal Palace and the Nieuwe Kerk: these are all places you walk through, but surprisingly, people also live there. That living has a very distinct character. You share your pavement with tourists, cyclists and street musicians. The hustle and bustle is constant, especially around the Nieuwe Kerk and surroundings and Stationsplein. At the same time, there are surprisingly quiet corners: the Begijnhofbuurt is an oasis of silence a stone's throw from the shopping frenzy, and in the side streets of Spuistraat-Zuid you'll find a lively mix of cafés, bookshops and student houses.

On the neighbourhood page of Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde, the resident rating is 7.8 out of 10. Resident Maarten describes the atmosphere as "distant", which is recognisable in a neighbourhood where 2,065 of the approximately 2,500 households are single-person and only 14% are married. The social fabric here is thinner than in a neighbourhood like the Jordaan, where neighbours know each other more often. The scores for accessibility and safety are both 8, and that's right: Amsterdam Central Station is within walking distance, trams and metros stop around the corner, and despite the crowds, it doesn't feel unsafe during the day or evening. In terms of cleanliness, the neighbourhood scores a 7. That's fair: the historic façades are beautiful, but the litter around Nieuwendijk and Damrak is a recurring point of annoyance.

In terms of amenities, you hardly ever need to leave the neighbourhood. Albert Heijn on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal, Kalverpassage, the public library on Rokin, cinemas, restaurants in every price range. What is missing is green space: the nearest real park is Vondelpark or Westerpark, both a fifteen-minute bike ride away. For more information on amenities and policy, you can visit the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.

Renting in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde: for whom and for whom not?

With 68% highly educated and a large group of 25 to 45-year-olds, this neighbourhood mainly attracts young professionals and expats seeking the ultimate inner-city experience. Renting an apartment in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde suits you if you love bustle, short lines to work and nightlife, and don't mind that your neighbours change frequently. For families with children, it is much less suitable: only 150 children under 15 live here and play space is scarce. Also, if you are looking for peace and a garden, you are in the wrong place. Those who prefer to buy can view the listings of homes for sale in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde, although the price level there is also high.

Searching for a rental property in the heart of Amsterdam

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental listings in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Compare rental properties in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde directly with the listings in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Burgwallen-Oude Zijde, the Grachtengordel-West or the Haarlemmerbuurt. This way you quickly discover where you get the most living space for your budget. Also view the broader listings of rental properties in Amsterdam if you are flexible on location.