Rental homes in Elsrijk, Amstelveen

What does a rental property cost in Elsrijk?

Elsrijk is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods within Amstelveen, and this is reflected in the rental prices. The average WOZ value here is €655,000, well above the municipal average of €528,000. Of the 5,203 homes in the neighbourhood, 41% are rental properties, of which 17% are owned by housing associations and 24% by other landlords. This means the private sector has a significant share here, while social housing is scarce.

In the private sector (excluding social housing and rooms), 235 homes have been rented out over the past twelve months at an average rent of €3,500 per month. The range is wide: from around €1,095 for smaller apartments to €12,000 for the largest homes, with an average floor area of 118 m². This makes renting in Elsrijk mainly accessible to households with above-average incomes. The average income in the neighbourhood is €65,800, which is higher than elsewhere in Amstelveen. Want to know what is available today? At the top of this page you will find the current listings with daily prices and rental times.

Elsrijk according to residents: cosy, complete and green

On Buurtje.nl, residents rate Elsrijk an 8.2 out of 10, based on 39 reviews. This is a remarkably balanced score: safety scores 8.3, accessibility and green spaces 8.2, and residents are also positive about community spirit (8.1) and amenities (8.1). Resident Mariette sums it up aptly: "Nice neighbourhood to live in with cosy, friendly people and all amenities nearby." Those amenities are concrete: Stadshart shopping centre is within walking distance, Amstelveen bus station is nearby, and along the Orion and Rembrandtweg you will find supermarkets, GPs and restaurants.

What distinguishes Elsrijk from the neighbouring Stadshart is the combination of urban amenities and a village-like, green character. The neighbourhood has wide avenues with mature trees, playgrounds for children and short cycling routes towards the Amsterdamse Bos. The sub-neighbourhoods within Elsrijk each have their own atmosphere. In Elsrijk West you will find many single-family homes from the 1950s and 1960s, while the Kruiskerkbuurt is known for its quiet, somewhat smaller-scale streets around the Kruiskerk. The Vredeveldbuurt borders the Broersepark and is popular with families seeking space and greenery.

Accessibility is good: tram line 5 towards Amsterdam-Zuid stops in the neighbourhood, and via the A9 you are quickly on the ring road. Yet Elsrijk is not a through route. Traffic remains largely on the main roads, making the residential streets quiet. Residents cite this combination of accessibility and tranquillity as one of the biggest plus points. Want to know more about the atmosphere and all ratings per category? Then check out the comprehensive neighbourhood page for Elsrijk with all reviews.

Is Elsrijk right for you as a tenant?

With an average rent of €3,500 per month in the private sector, a rental home in Elsrijk is mainly suitable for dual-income couples, expats and families with higher incomes. The largest group of residents is aged 45 to 65, but with 2,520 children (0-15 years) and 2,115 households with children, the neighbourhood is also distinctly a family neighbourhood. Education scores an 8.2 among residents, and there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity. Are you a starter or looking for something affordable? Then the private sector is difficult here. Social housing through housing associations has long waiting times. In that case, consider renting an apartment in Uilenstede Kronenburg or look at the broader rental offering in Amstelveen. Those who prefer to buy can find the current listings on the page for homes for sale in Elsrijk.

Searching for a rental property in Elsrijk: how it works

On this page, Buurtje.nl collects the current rental listings in Elsrijk from multiple sources, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data. You can easily filter by price, floor area or energy label. Want to broaden your search? Compare Elsrijk with adjacent neighbourhoods such as Randwijck or Patrimonium, which are similar in atmosphere but sometimes serve different price ranges. This way you will find the rental property in Elsrijk that truly suits you. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Amstelveen.