Rental homes in De Omval, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures De Omval, Amsterdam

De Omval is a small but notably expensive neighbourhood on the southeastern edge of Amsterdam. Of the 412 homes, 54% are in the rental sector, all owned by private and commercial landlords. There is no housing association property in the neighbourhood: social housing here is zero percent. Anyone looking for a rental home in De Omval is by definition looking in the free sector.

The average rent in the free sector over the past twelve months was €2,403 per month, with an average floor area of 120 m². That works out to about €20 per m². The range runs from €1,184 to €8,000 per month, showing that the supply varies widely from compact apartments to spacious homes. By comparison, in the broader district Omval/Overamstel the WOZ value is €506,000, while in De Omval it comes to €708,000. That is also significantly higher than the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average income of residents (€76,300) is also well above the municipal average of €44,276. At the top of this page you can see the current supply and the most recent average rent.

Living in De Omval, Amsterdam

De Omval is not a neighbourhood you stumble upon by accident. It is wedged between the Amstel and the Weespertrekvaart, directly south of the Amstelbrug, and has the character of a compact, urban enclave with a strong mix of business and residential uses. The neighbourhood has only 730 inhabitants, spread over a relatively small area. That gives it a somewhat secluded, almost village-like feel, while you are simultaneously right in the city.

The buildings consist largely of modern and renovated apartments, partly in former office and commercial premises that have been converted into living space. That explains the high WOZ values and the spacious average floor areas. De Omval borders the Amstel, meaning many homes offer water views. The atmosphere is quiet by Amsterdam standards, but certainly not dull: the proximity of Amstelstation and the main roads makes the neighbourhood functional and well-connected.

Facilities in De Omval

The neighbourhood itself is small and has few facilities of its own. For daily groceries, residents rely on the surrounding neighbourhoods. The nearest supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Jumbo) are within walking distance towards Amstelkwartier or Weesperstraat. Primary schools can be found in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Amstelkwartier-West and Overamstel. In terms of sports and green spaces, the Amstel itself offers the most room: rowing, running along the bank and cycling along the water are popular activities. Martin Luther King Park is within cycling distance. For dining and shopping, the Utrechtsestraat is a short distance away and an attractive option.

Accessibility of De Omval

Accessibility is one of the neighbourhood's strongest points. Amstelstation is within walking distance and offers connections via metro (lines 51, 53, 54), train (intercity to Utrecht and Schiphol) and several bus lines. Amsterdam city centre can be reached by bike in ten to fifteen minutes via the Amstelbrug or Weesperstraat. By car, the neighbourhood connects directly to the A10 (Amsterdam ring road) and the A2 towards Utrecht. Parking in this neighbourhood is paid and falls under the Amsterdam parking permit system. Anyone without a parking permit will notice that quickly. The municipality of Amsterdam manages the parking rules for this area via amsterdam.nl.

Residents appreciate the tranquillity that the compact neighbourhood offers, combined with excellent connections. On the neighbourhood page of De Omval you can read what residents specifically write about living in this neighbourhood. One resident describes it as: "You actually live here away from the hustle and bustle, but you are right in the middle of it in five minutes." That is the core of its appeal. Criticisms that come up are the high rents and the limited supply of daily facilities within walking distance.

Compared to neighbourhoods like Amstelkwartier-Noord or Weespertrekvaart, De Omval is quieter and more exclusive, but also more expensive and with fewer facilities of its own. If you are looking for more liveliness at a slightly lower rent, you could also look at Amstelkwartier-Zuid.

Does renting in De Omval suit you?

De Omval mainly attracts working people in their thirties and forties: 350 of the 730 residents fall in the 25 to 45 age group. The labour participation rate is 72% and 46% of residents have a high level of education. Single-person households are the most common (215 of the households), but 32% of residents are married. So it is a neighbourhood for both single professionals and dual-income couples without children or with young children.

Starters looking for a rental home in De Omval need to be realistic: with an average rent of €2,403 per month and no social housing, the threshold is high. A quick response to a home for rent in De Omval is essential, as supply is limited. Make sure you have your income statements, employer's declaration and identity documents ready. If you are considering renting an apartment in De Omval but are unsure about the costs, you can also look at the supply of homes for sale in De Omval as a longer-term alternative.

What residents say about De Omval

The neighbourhood scores well on tranquillity, accessibility and the location on the water. Residents mention the combination of urban proximity and relative quiet as the main plus point. Less positive are the comments about the lack of local shops and the high parking pressure. View all ratings and scores per category on the reviews and neighbourhood data of De Omval. The neighbourhood has a small but engaged resident base, which is reflected in the tone of the reviews: people live here consciously and contentedly, but with open eyes for the limitations.

Compare available rental homes in and around De Omval

Would you like to compare renting a home in De Omval with what is available in the surrounding area? The neighbourhoods in the district Omval/Overamstel each have their own character. Amstelkwartier-West and Amstelkwartier-Noord are new-build neighbourhoods with a slightly different supply and sometimes lower entry prices. If you want to search more broadly, you can find an overview of all available rental homes in the city via rental homes in Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you. Popular Amsterdam districts such as the Jordaan or the Haarlemmerbuurt can also be easily compared via the platform.