Rental homes in Delflandpleinbuurt-West, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Delflandpleinbuurt-West, Amsterdam

Delflandpleinbuurt-West is pre-eminently a tenant neighbourhood: as many as 90% of the 2,921 homes are rental properties, only 10% are owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 59% is owned by housing associations (social housing) and 31% is rented out by other landlords (private sector and private individuals). This makes it one of the neighbourhoods in Amsterdam-Nieuw-West with the highest share of social housing, which is good news for home seekers with lower incomes, although waiting lists are long.

In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,605 per month, with a range of €1,061 to €3,500. With an average floor area of 100 m², this works out at around €26 per m². That is substantial, but the average WOZ value of €312,000 is well below the district average for Westlandgracht (€362,000) and far below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average disposable income of €35,500 is also lower than the municipal average of €44,276, indicating that many households here rely on social housing. Check the overview at the top of this page for current daily prices and available rental properties in Delflandpleinbuurt-West.

Living in Delflandpleinbuurt-West, Amsterdam

Delflandpleinbuurt-West is located in the heart of Amsterdam-Nieuw-West, nestled between the Westlandgracht, the Lelylaan and Delflandplein. It is a typical post-war expansion neighbourhood from the General Expansion Plan (AUP) by Van Eesteren: wide avenues, porch flats from the 1950s and 1960s, and relatively plenty of green space between the building blocks. In recent years, new construction has risen in various places, giving the neighbourhood a mix of old and new. Resident K. sums up this combination well with the title "New and old" in a review on the neighbourhood page.

The atmosphere is urban but not hectic. You don't live in the city centre here, but you can get there quickly. The neighbourhood has a multicultural character and feels lively without the hustle and bustle of the city centre. With 4,775 residents, nearly half (2,230) of whom are between 25 and 45 years old, and 2,240 single-person households, it is clearly a neighbourhood of young singles and starters.

Facilities around Delflandplein

Delflandplein itself serves as the shopping heart of the neighbourhood. You will find an Albert Heijn, a Lidl and various small specialist shops and eateries. For larger groceries or more shopping options, Osdorpplein is within cycling distance. Along the Lelylaan there are hairdressers, snack bars and a pharmacy. There are primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including De Roos and Fiep Westendorpschool. Sports facilities can be found at Sportpark Ookmeer, a few minutes' cycle ride to the west. Rembrandtpark is within walking distance to the east and offers a welcome green escape. Residents rate facilities an 8.0 out of 10, but the green space in the neighbourhood itself scores a lower 6.0.

Accessibility: one of the strongest points

Residents give accessibility a perfect 10 out of 10, and that is no exaggeration. Station Lelylaan is a five-minute walk away and offers connections to the Sprinter (Amsterdam Central in ten minutes, Schiphol in a quarter of an hour), the metro (line 50) and various tram lines. Tram line 1 runs via the Overtoom to Leidseplein and the city centre. By car, via the A10-West you are quickly on the ring road towards the A4 (The Hague) or A2 (Utrecht). Cycling to Leidseplein takes a quarter of an hour. Parking is still possible without a permit in parts of the neighbourhood, but the municipality of Amsterdam is steadily expanding the permit zones, so check the current situation.

What residents think

The resident rating stands at 7.1 out of 10. Notable is the high score for safety (9.5), which may be surprising given the comment from resident Kha who writes: "Too many drug-addicted vagrants harassing people." This indicates that nuisance is mainly concentrated in certain spots, while the neighbourhood as a whole feels safe. Housing scores the lowest at 3.5, which fits with the older porch flats that are not always well insulated. Read more resident experiences and neighbourhood data for Delflandpleinbuurt-West on the neighbourhood page.

Compared to adjacent neighbourhoods, Delflandpleinbuurt-West is more affordable than Koningin Wilhelminaplein, which is closer to Vondelpark and has higher WOZ values. Delflandpleinbuurt-Oost is similar in character but has a slightly different housing supply. Those looking for more space can consider Riekerhaven, where more new construction is located.

Who is renting in Delflandpleinbuurt-West interesting for?

With the large share of single-person households and the age structure (many 25- to 45-year-olds), this is a typical starter neighbourhood. The combination of relatively lower WOZ values, the huge share of housing association properties and the excellent public transport connections makes it attractive for young workers looking for an affordable rental home in Amsterdam. Students benefit from the proximity of station Lelylaan and the fast connection to the VU and Science Park. Renting an apartment in the private sector here costs an average of €2,605 per month, so be prepared: respond quickly, have your documents (employer's statement, salary slips) ready, and expect competition. For social housing, you can register via WoningNet, but the waiting time in Amsterdam-Nieuw-West is quickly eight to twelve years. Would you rather consider buying? Then check the supply of owner-occupied homes in Delflandpleinbuurt-West.

What residents say about Delflandpleinbuurt-West

Based on 2 reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.1 out of 10. The highest sub-scores go to accessibility (10.0) and safety (9.5). The lowest score is for housing (3.5), indicating outdated homes. Resident Kha gives a 7.3 and calls it "Bad and good": the nuisance from drug-addicted vagrants is a downside, but apparently the advantages outweigh it. Want to read all reviews and leave your own rating? Go to the neighbourhood page for Delflandpleinbuurt-West.

Compare rental properties in Delflandpleinbuurt-West with surrounding neighbourhoods

Still unsure whether you want to live in Delflandpleinbuurt-West? Compare it with the neighbourhoods in the district Westlandgracht. Schipluidenbuurt lies slightly further north and has a similar character but more recent renovations. Those looking for more urban dynamics can consider the Jordaan or the Grachtengordel-West, although rental prices there are considerably higher. For a broader overview of what is available to rent in the capital, check the supply in all of Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply 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.