Rental homes in Eilandenbuurt, Almere

What does a rental home in the Eilandenbuurt cost?

The Eilandenbuurt was originally an owner-occupied district: 75% of the more than 2,280 homes are owner-occupied. Only 25% are rental, of which 16% are via housing associations and about 10% via other landlords in the private sector. This makes the supply of rental homes in the Eilandenbuurt limited. In the private sector (excluding social housing), 36 homes were rented out in the past twelve months, at an average rent of €1,974 per month. The range runs from approximately €725 to €2,500 per month, with an average floor area of 132 m². That is substantial, but the WOZ value of €352,000 is slightly below the Almere average of €363,000, making the district relatively affordable for buyers. The average income of €40,500 is actually above the municipal average of €38,200, a sign that dual-income earners and middle incomes mainly live here. Want to see what is available today? Then check the current overview at the top of this page for the daily price and the number of homes.

Eilandenbuurt: quiet living by the water with involved neighbours

The Eilandenbuurt is located in Almere Haven and owes its name to streets named after islands. It is a district where water and greenery define the streetscape. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.9 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, with notably high scores for amenities (8.8) and housing (8.2). On the district page of Eilandenbuurt you can read all reviews and detailed figures. The green space scores an 8.0, and you can tell: there is plenty of space for walking along the waterfronts and through the green inner courtyards.

Resident 'nova' describes the district as "truly fantastic, a quiet neighbourhood with nice people" and emphasises the mixed composition: elderly people, families with children and plenty of playgrounds and facilities. This mix is reflected in the figures: the largest age group is 45 to 65 years (1,845 residents), but there are also over 1,000 children under 15. Another resident calls the district "watchful, looking out for each other" and appreciates that neighbours help each other. At the same time, there is a caveat: nuisance from speeding boats on the water is experienced as bothersome. Accessibility scores the lowest at 7.2. There is a bus connection to Almere Centrum, and the A6 motorway is nearby, but there is no own train station. You have to rely on the bus or the car.

In terms of amenities, you are well off: several supermarkets are within walking or cycling distance in the nearby centre of Almere Haven. The district itself is divided into clear neighbourhoods. In Eilandenbuurt Noord and the western part you mainly find single-family homes from the 1980s, while the east and the south are closer to the water. Schools in the neighbourhood score a 7.8 among residents, and for the municipality of Almere you can find up-to-date information about educational offerings and neighbourhood initiatives on the website of the municipality of Almere.

Does the Eilandenbuurt suit you as a tenant?

A rental home in the Eilandenbuurt is mainly interesting for families and couples who are looking for space, appreciate tranquillity and have no objection to a car-dependent location. With an average rent of almost €2,000 per month in the private sector, the supply is aimed at middle and higher incomes. Are you a starter or looking for an affordable apartment to rent in the Eilandenbuurt? Then the supply is limited and you would be better off looking at social housing via the housing associations, or moving to De Werven or De Meenten, where more rental homes are available. Would you rather consider buying? Then check the supply of homes for sale in the Eilandenbuurt, because with 75% owner-occupancy you have more choice there.

Searching for a rental home in the Eilandenbuurt

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in the Eilandenbuurt, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Combine that with the resident reviews and district statistics on this page to get a good picture. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the rental supply in all of Almere or discover nearby districts such as De Hoven and De Grienden. This way you can easily compare how renting a home in the Eilandenbuurt compares to the rest of Almere.