Rental homes in Centrum, Purmerend
View the current rental property listings in Centrum, Purmerend. Compare prices, read resident reviews and find a rental property that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in the centre of Purmerend?
The Centre of Purmerend is a true rental neighbourhood: 57% of homes are rental properties, compared to 43% owner-occupied. Just over a third (34%) are owned by housing associations, while 22% are offered via other landlords. In the free sector (i.e. excluding social housing), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,714 per month, with a wide range from €560 to €4,900. That average is driven up by a limited number of larger apartments and penthouses along the Koemarkt and the Where. The average surface area of rented homes was 99 m². In total, 66 free-sector homes changed tenants.
Striking: the WOZ value in the Centre, at €332,000, is significantly lower than the municipal average of €383,000 in Purmerend. This is because the housing stock here contains relatively many smaller apartments. Want to know what the current rental prices are today? At the top of this page you will find the daily overview with available homes and the current average monthly rent.
Living between market square and canals: how do residents experience the Centre?
The Centre of Purmerend is not a sleepy suburb. This is the beating heart of the city, with the Cheese Market on Thursdays, the shops along Peperstraat and Hoogstraat, and a handful of cafés around the Koemarkt. Residents mention on the neighbourhood page of the Centre especially the walking distance to everything as a major plus. One resident wrote: "You have everything here within five minutes: Albert Heijn, the GP, the station and a terrace." That is true. Purmerend Station is a few minutes' bike ride from the Stationsbuurt, and the Sprinter takes you to Amsterdam Central in just over twenty minutes.
Yet the Centre also has clear downsides. Residents report nuisance on nights out, especially around the Schapenplein. Parking is a recurring pain point: parking pressure is high and a permit is not cheap. Ageing is visible in the figures. The largest age group is 65-plus (1,525 residents out of a total of 4,940), which makes the street scene quiet during the day but sometimes too quiet in the evenings. The average disposable income of €35,700 is slightly below the Purmerend average of €36,700, which fits with the large share of single people: no fewer than 1,495 of the households are single-person.
The Binnenstad itself is compact and easy to navigate by bike. If you are looking for a bit more peace and quiet, you can go to the Zuiderpolder, on the southern edge of the Centre, where it is greener and quieter. The municipality of Purmerend is investing through the 'Purmerend 2040' programme in the redevelopment of the city centre area, with more greenery and fewer cars. You can read more about this on the website of the municipality of Purmerend. That sounds promising, but in the short term it also means construction nuisance.
Renting in the Centre: who does it work for, and who not?
A rental home in the Centre best suits singles and couples without children who prefer urban convenience over space. The data confirms this: only 410 residents are under 15 years old. If you are looking for a family home with a garden and parking space at the door, you are better off in Purmer-Noord or the Gors neighbourhood. For seniors, the Centre is attractive because of the proximity of amenities. However, keep in mind that apartments in older buildings do not always have a lift. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check the supply of homes for sale in the Centre, where WOZ values are relatively favourable compared to the rest of Purmerend.
Searching for a rental property in the Centre of Purmerend
On Buurtje.nl you will find the current supply of rental properties in the Centre, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics so you know what to expect. Use the filters at the top to search by price, surface area or energy label. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the supply in the whole of Purmerend, or see what is available in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Overwhere and Wheermolen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Centrum, Purmerend?
In the free sector, the average rent over the past 12 months was €1,714 per month, with an average floor area of 99 m². The range is wide: from €560 for a small apartment to €4,900 for the most expensive properties. Social housing is excluded from this.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental home in Centrum Purmerend?
Social housing in Centrum is managed by housing associations and the regional platform WoningNet. The waiting time in the Waterland region averages 8 to 12 years, depending on your preferences. Since 34% of homes in Centrum are owned by housing associations, properties become available regularly, but demand is enormous.
Is a rental home in Centrum Purmerend suitable for families?
Centrum mainly consists of apartments and is popular among singles and couples. Only 410 of the 4,940 residents are under 15 years old. Families looking for space and a garden are often better off in neighbourhoods like Purmer-Noord or Gors.
What about parking when renting an apartment in Centrum Purmerend?
Parking in Centrum is paid and the parking pressure is high, especially in the evenings. You need a parking permit, which you apply for from the municipality of Purmerend. The cost is around €100 per year, but not every address qualifies for a second permit.
How is the accessibility if you want to rent a home in Centrum Purmerend?
Purmerend station is a few minutes' bike ride from Centrum. The Sprinter to Amsterdam Centraal takes just over 20 minutes. By car, you can reach the A7 within a few minutes. Bus lines depart from the bus station next to the train station towards Edam, Volendam and Zaandam.
