Rental homes in Da Costabuurt-Noord, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Da Costabuurt-Noord, Amsterdam

Da Costabuurt-Noord is a typical rental neighbourhood: 68% of the 2,719 homes are rental properties, compared to 31% owner-occupied homes. The distribution within the rental stock is striking. Approximately 22% of all homes are owned by housing associations (social housing), while as much as 47% are rented out by other landlords, i.e. the private sector. This makes the supply of rental homes in Da Costabuurt-Noord relatively large, but competition among tenants is also high.

In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,938 per month, with an average floor area of 77 m². That works out at around €38 per square metre. The range is enormous: from €819 for a compact studio to €10,000 for the largest apartments. During that period, 203 homes were rented out, showing that there is regular turnover. The average WOZ value is €605,000, well above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average income of €50,500 is also higher than the €44,276 in the rest of the municipality. See the top of this page for current daily prices and available rental homes for the most recent updates.

Living in Da Costabuurt-Noord, Amsterdam

Da Costabuurt-Noord is nestled between the Vondelpark and the Kinkerstraat, in the heart of Amsterdam-West. It is a densely built, lively neighbourhood with predominantly pre-war architecture: many characteristic Amsterdam upper-floor homes from the early twentieth century, three to four storeys high, with narrow staircases and high ceilings. Here and there, buildings have been merged or renovated, but the original structure is visible everywhere. The atmosphere is urban, sometimes a bit messy, but with a clear identity of its own. It is not a neighbourhood of wide avenues and large gardens, but of short streets, local cafés and neighbours who know each other at the Albert Heijn on the corner of the Kinkerstraat.

Facilities in Da Costabuurt-Noord

For daily groceries, you go to the Albert Heijn and Lidl on the Kinkerstraat, or to the various specialist shops and small supermarkets in the neighbourhood. The Ten Katemarkt, one of Amsterdam's best-known daily markets, is within walking distance and offers fresh vegetables, fish, cheese and street food. For schools, there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including the Eerste Openluchtschool on Cliostraat and primary school De Roos. Secondary schools are a bit further away towards Overtoom and Stadsdeel West. Sports facilities are available via the Vondelpark (running, yoga, bootcamp) and the nearby Zuiderbad for lane swimming. The Kinkerstraat and surrounding area offer a mix of coffee shops, restaurants and small shops, from vintage to bookshops.

Accessibility of Da Costabuurt-Noord

Accessibility is excellent. Tram stops for lines 7 and 17 are on the Kinkerstraat and take you to Central Station or Leidseplein in ten minutes. Metro station De Vlugtlaan (North/South line) is within cycling distance. By bike, you are at Leidseplein in five minutes and at Dam Square in a quarter of an hour. The car is less convenient in this neighbourhood: parking is only possible with a permit and street parking rates are high. The A10-West is accessible via the Overtoom and the S106 in about ten minutes, but during rush hour it can take much longer. Most residents here cycle or take the tram.

Residents and atmosphere

The neighbourhood mainly attracts young professionals and couples without children: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years (2,230 of the 4,805 residents) and the majority live alone (1,680 single-person households). Only 19% are married. You notice this in the character: many single-person upper-floor homes, a lively nightlife on the Kinkerstraat and few playgrounds. Yet there are also families, albeit in the minority. Residents appreciate the central location and the cosy atmosphere. One resident put it this way: "You have everything within reach here, from the Vondelpark to the market, but it is also sometimes just busy and the homes are cramped for what you pay." Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Da Costabuurt-Noord. Compared to the adjacent Jordaan, the neighbourhood is slightly less touristy and a fraction more affordable, although the differences are small. The Haarlemmerbuurt offers a similar mix of old and new, but with a different range of shops.

Who is a rental home in Da Costabuurt-Noord interesting for?

With 66% highly educated and an average income of €50,500, the neighbourhood is particularly popular with young professionals, expats and couples who want to live centrally in Amsterdam. Renting a home in Da Costabuurt-Noord requires a substantial budget: expect at least €1,500 for a small apartment in the private sector, and considerably more for something larger. If you want a rental home in the social sector, register with WoningNet as soon as possible, because waiting lists in this part of Amsterdam can exceed ten years. Respond quickly to properties that become available for rent, because homes here go fast. Prepare your proof of income, employer's statement and ID in advance. Those who prefer to buy can view the supply of homes for sale in Da Costabuurt-Noord, although the WOZ value of €605,000 is also not low there. Be honest with yourself: if you are looking for space and quiet, there are better options in Amsterdam. But for those who want to feel the hustle and bustle of the city, this is a logical choice.

What residents say about Da Costabuurt-Noord

Residents generally give the neighbourhood good scores for accessibility and facilities, but are more critical about home size and noise pollution. "I have lived here for three years now and it really feels like a village in the city, but the apartments are small and noisy," writes a resident on Buurtje.nl. Curious about all the ratings and scores per category? Check the reviews and neighbourhood data of Da Costabuurt-Noord for the full picture.

Compare rental homes in Da Costabuurt-Noord with surrounding neighbourhoods

Still unsure whether Da Costabuurt-Noord is the right place? Then compare it with the surroundings. In the broader Da Costabuurt, prices are at a similar level. The Grachtengordel-West is generally more expensive and more monumental, while the Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde has a very different, more touristy character. On Buurtje.nl, you can compare neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and rental prices based on more than 1,500 sources, so you can make a well-informed decision about renting a home in Da Costabuurt-Noord or elsewhere in Amsterdam. More about the municipality can be found on the municipality page of Amsterdam and on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.