Rental homes in Gerard Doubuurt, Amsterdam
View the current rental property supply in Gerard Doubuurt, Amsterdam. Compare prices, check neighbourhood scores and discover if this area suits you.
Rental prices and market figures for Gerard Doubuurt, Amsterdam
Gerard Doubuurt is a true rental neighbourhood: 76% of the 1,345 homes are rental properties, compared to just 23% owner-occupied homes. Within the rental segment, 36% is owned by housing corporations (social housing) and 40% by other landlords (free sector and private). Those looking to rent a home in the free sector pay an average of €2,897 per month. The range runs from approximately €993 to €5,000 per month, with an average floor area of 80 m². That works out to about €36 per square metre. Note: these figures are from the free sector, excluding social housing. The average WOZ value is €559,000, almost equal to the district average of Oude Pijp (€558,000) and well above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average income of €48,400 is slightly below the district average (€50,500) but above the municipal average (€44,276). In the past twelve months, 90 free-sector rental homes have been rented out in Gerard Doubuurt. See the current daily prices and available rental homes at the top of this page.
Living in Gerard Doubuurt, Amsterdam
Gerard Doubuurt roughly covers the heart of Oude Pijp, around Gerard Doustraat and the adjoining side streets. It is one of the most densely built and lively parts of Amsterdam: narrow streets with pre-war buildings, mostly three to five storeys high, with small but characteristic apartments. The homes largely date from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Do not expect spacious floor plans, but do expect high ceilings, large windows and plenty of Amsterdam atmosphere. The neighbourhood has 2,025 residents, nearly half of whom (940) are between 25 and 45 years old. Single-person households dominate with 880 of the total, and only 17% are married. It is a neighbourhood of young professionals and starters, not families with three children.
Shops, dining and amenities around Gerard Doustraat
Gerard Doustraat itself is one of the best-known shopping streets in De Pijp: a mix of small speciality shops, coffee bars, restaurants and vintage stores. The Albert Cuypmarkt, open daily except Sunday, is a few minutes' walk away. For groceries, you will find an Albert Heijn on Ferdinand Bolstraat and a Jumbo on Ceintuurbaan. Dining options are everywhere: from Surinamese sandwiches at Warung Spang Makandra to specialty coffee at Scandinavian Embassy. GPs, a pharmacy and a dentist are available in the immediate vicinity. Basisschool De Pijp on 2e Jan Steenstraat and Montessorischool De Wielewaal are within walking distance. For secondary education, young people have to go a bit further, but everything is easily accessible by bike or tram. Sports facilities can be found at Zuiderbad (swimming pool, 10 minutes by bike) and various yoga studios and gyms in the area.
Accessibility: tram, metro and bike
Resident Peter van der Velden summed it up succinctly: "You can get out of this neighbourhood easily." The accessibility score of 10 out of 10 is therefore not exaggerated. Tram lines 16 and 24 stop on Ferdinand Bolstraat and take you to Amsterdam Central Station in ten minutes. De Pijp metro station (North/South line) is a five-minute walk away and connects you to Station Zuid, Central and Noord. By bike, you can reach Museumplein in five minutes and the city centre in ten. Driving is less convenient: parking is expensive (street rate around €7.50 per hour) and a permit has a long waiting list. Information about parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam. The A10 ring road can be reached in about ten minutes via Stadhouderskade.
Residents give Gerard Doubuurt a score of 8.0 out of 10. Accessibility (10) and amenities (10) score notably high. Green spaces and community spirit get an 8, housing also an 8. Beauty scores the lowest with a 6: the streets are narrow, busy and not always clean. That is honestly typical for this part of De Pijp. Those looking for quieter alternatives can check out Sarphatiparkbuurt, which borders Sarphatipark and feels slightly greener. Frans Halsbuurt has a similar character but is slightly less touristy. Read more about residents' experiences on the neighbourhood page of Gerard Doubuurt.
Is a rental home in Gerard Doubuurt right for you?
With an average rent of nearly €2,900 in the free sector, renting an apartment in Gerard Doubuurt is mainly for dual-income earners or professionals with an above-average income. Starters with a smaller budget can focus on the social housing stock (36% owned by housing corporations), but waiting lists in Amsterdam are long, often more than ten years. Register with WoningNet if you want to be eligible. Expats form a large group of tenants here, partly due to the central location and the international character of De Pijp. Families with children find it lively but cramped: most apartments are compact. Seniors who already live in the area appreciate the amenities, but older newcomers sometimes find the hustle and bustle too much. Respond quickly to available rental listings, as homes here go fast. Also consider homes for sale in Gerard Doubuurt as an alternative.
What residents say about renting in Gerard Doubuurt
Gerard Doubuurt scores an 8.0 out of 10 based on resident reviews. Peter van der Velden gave the neighbourhood an 8.0 with the title "Everything in one neighbourhood" and wrote: "You can get out of this neighbourhood easily." The highest sub-scores are accessibility and amenities (both 10), the lowest is beauty (6.0). Safety gets a 7. That picture fits: it is not an unsafe neighbourhood, but the busyness sometimes brings nuisance. See all reviews and sub-scores on the review page of Gerard Doubuurt.
Compare rental homes around Gerard Doubuurt and De Pijp
Rental homes in Gerard Doubuurt are similarly priced to the rest of Oude Pijp, but the character differs per neighbourhood. Hemonybuurt is slightly further south and quieter, Hercules Seghersbuurt offers a similar mix of old and new. Outside De Pijp, the Jordaan and Grachtengordel-West are popular but generally even more expensive. Also check the broader range of homes for rent in Oude Pijp or all rental homes in Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current housing listings 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Gerard Doubuurt, Amsterdam?
The average rent in the free sector is €2,897 per month, with an average floor area of 80 m² (approx. €36/m²). The range runs from €993 to €5,000 per month. Social housing through housing associations is cheaper, but has long waiting lists.
Are there social housing units in Gerard Doubuurt?
Yes, 36% of homes in Gerard Doubuurt are owned by housing corporations. You can register via WoningNet. Keep in mind that waiting times in Amsterdam average more than ten years, especially for sought-after neighbourhoods like De Pijp.
What is it like to live in Gerard Doubuurt?
Residents rate the neighbourhood 8.0 out of 10. It is a lively, urban area with many restaurants, shops and the Albert Cuypmarkt around the corner. Accessibility and amenities score a 10. The downside is cleanliness (6.0): the streets are narrow and sometimes messy.
Is Gerard Doubuurt suitable for young professionals and starters?
Definitely. Nearly half of residents are between 25 and 45 years old and 880 of the households are single-person households. The neighbourhood is popular among young workers and expats. For starters with a lower budget, the free sector is expensive; social housing is an option but requires patience.
How is the accessibility of Gerard Doubuurt?
Excellent. De Pijp metro station (North/South line) is a five-minute walk away. Tram lines 16 and 24 stop on Ferdinand Bolstraat. By bike you are in the city centre in ten minutes. Parking is expensive and permits have a long waiting list.
What amenities are there in and around Gerard Doubuurt?
Gerard Doustraat and Ferdinand Bolstraat offer many shops and restaurants. The Albert Cuypmarkt is within walking distance. There are supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Jumbo), primary schools, GPs and gyms in the immediate vicinity. Amenities score 10 out of 10 among residents.
How quickly are rental homes rented out in Gerard Doubuurt?
In the past twelve months, 90 free-sector homes were rented out. Due to high demand, rental homes here go quickly. Prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) in advance and respond immediately when something becomes available.
You can easily get out in this neighbourhood
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