Rental homes in Buyskade en omgeving, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Buyskade and surroundings, Amsterdam

The rental market in Buyskade and surroundings is firmly anchored: 70% of the 1,780 homes are rental properties, and only 30% are owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 41% is owned by housing associations (social housing), while 29% is rented out by other landlords in the private sector. If you want to rent a home in Buyskade and surroundings in the private sector, you pay an average of €2,350 per month (excluding social housing). The range runs from approximately €1,617 to €3,450 per month, with an average floor area of 91 m². That works out to about €25.80 per square metre. The WOZ value here is €548,000, significantly higher than the average for the Staatsliedenbuurt (€482,000) and also above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. This translates into higher rental prices than in many surrounding neighbourhoods. If you compare the rental prices with the broader supply to rent in the Staatsliedenbuurt, Buyskade and surroundings are at the upper end. At the top of this page, check the current overview for the daily status of available rental homes and rental times.

Living in Buyskade and surroundings, Amsterdam

Buyskade and surroundings is nestled between the Westerpark and the Singelgracht, on the border of Oud-West and the western canal belt. It is a compact, urban neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war building blocks along the Buyskade itself and post-war porch flats towards the Jan van Galenstraat. Many homes date from the 1920s and 1930s, with characteristic Amsterdam School details on the facades. The atmosphere is that of a lively city neighbourhood: you hear trams, cyclists and terraces, but as soon as you walk along the Buyskade by the water of the Kostverlorenvaart, it becomes noticeably quieter. The neighbourhood mainly attracts young professionals and couples, which fits the demographics: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years old (1,310 of the 3,145 residents), and 62% are highly educated.

Facilities around the Buyskade

You can do your daily shopping at the Albert Heijn on the Kinkerstraat or the Lidl on the Jan van Galenstraat, both a five to ten-minute walk away. On the Kinkerstraat and in De Hallen, you will find a wide range of specialist shops, restaurants and coffee spots. For schools, there are primary schools such as De Eilanden and Montessorischool De Wielewaal in the immediate vicinity. Sports enthusiasts can go to Sportpark Ookmeer (a bit further away) or closer to home at various yoga studios and gyms around the Kinkerstraat. The Westerpark is a few minutes away by bike and offers space for running, picnicking and events at the Westergasfabriek. GP practices and a pharmacy are located on the Nassaukade and surroundings.

Accessibility of Buyskade and surroundings

Accessibility is a strong point. Tram stops for lines 7 and 17 are within walking distance along the Nassaukade and the Kinkerstraat, taking you to Dam Square in ten to fifteen minutes. Amsterdam Lelylaan station (train and metro) can be reached in ten minutes by bike, and Central Station can be reached within twenty minutes by tram. By car, the connection to the A10-West via the Jan van Galenstraat can be reached within five minutes, but parking is a different story: the neighbourhood falls under paid parking (permit area), and a permit has a waiting list. Residents often mention parking as a bottleneck. By bike, you are in the Vondelpark in five minutes and in the Jordaan in ten minutes.

Residents of Buyskade and surroundings particularly appreciate the combination of water, tranquillity along the quay and the proximity of the bustling Kinkerstraat area. One resident wrote: "The Buyskade is a hidden gem, nice and quiet by the water while you are on the Kinkerstraat in two minutes." At the same time, there are caveats: rental prices in the private sector are high, and noise pollution from traffic on the Jan van Galenstraat is sometimes mentioned. Check the reviews and neighbourhood data of Buyskade and surroundings for all resident ratings. Compared to nearby neighbourhoods such as Fannius Scholtenbuurt, Buyskade is slightly more expensive but also greener due to the water. If you are looking for a livelier street scene, you can also look at the supply in De Wittenbuurt-Zuid.

Who is a rental home in Buyskade and surroundings interesting for?

With 1,015 single-person households and a large group of 25 to 45-year-olds, the neighbourhood is particularly popular with young professionals and couples without children. If you want to rent an apartment in Buyskade and surroundings, prepare for fast rental times: check the current average rental time at the top of the page and respond immediately with a complete income statement and employer's declaration. For social housing, registration with WoningNet is necessary, but expect years-long waiting lists given the 41% housing association ownership. Private sector rental prices are substantial, so be realistic about your budget. An average income of €46,700 in the neighbourhood indicates that many residents are financially solid. Considering buying? Then also check the supply of homes for sale in Buyskade and surroundings as an alternative.

What residents say about Buyskade and surroundings

Residents rate the neighbourhood positively on the neighbourhood page. The proximity of the water and the good public transport connections score highly, while parking and noise pollution receive the lowest sub-scores. Another resident noted: "Nice living here, but getting a parking permit takes ages." Curious about all experiences? Read the full reviews on the neighbourhood page of Buyskade and surroundings.

Comparing rental homes around Buyskade and surroundings

Buyskade and surroundings is one of several neighbourhoods within the Staatsliedenbuurt. If you are looking for something more affordable, Staatsliedenbuurt-Noordoost is worth a look: similar atmosphere, but slightly lower WOZ values. If you want to be closer to the centre, look at the rental supply in the Jordaan or the Haarlemmerbuurt. Buurtje.nl combines rental homes in Buyskade and surroundings with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that suits you. Also check the full overview of rental homes in Amsterdam to compare more broadly. More information about local plans and permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.