Rental homes in Gibraltarbuurt, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Gibraltarbuurt, Amsterdam

Gibraltarbuurt is a pronounced rental neighbourhood: 78% of the approximately 2,345 homes are rented out, only 22% are owner-occupied. Those looking for a home for sale in Gibraltarbuurt therefore have limited choice. Of all rental homes, 46% are owned by housing associations, which is relatively high. The remaining 33% fall under other landlords, including the private sector.

In the private sector (excluding social housing), 51 homes were rented out in the past twelve months. The average rent was €2,417 per month, with a range of €1,650 to €3,750 per month. With an average floor area of 71 m², this works out to about €34 per m² per month. For comparison: the average WOZ value in Gibraltarbuurt is €415,000, while the district average for Landlust is €453,000 and the Amsterdam average is €517,000. The neighbourhood is therefore cheaper than the city average, but private-sector rents remain high due to scarcity. Check the current rental prices and available rental properties at the top of this page for the most up-to-date information.

Living in Gibraltarbuurt, Amsterdam

Gibraltarbuurt is located in the West district, as part of the Landlust neighbourhood. It is a compact, post-war residential area largely built in the 1950s and 1960s. This is reflected in the architecture: porch flats of four to five storeys, interspersed with terraced houses and some blocks with gallery flats. The streets are named after places and concepts around the Strait of Gibraltar, giving the neighbourhood its own identity. The character is sober and functional: no tourist crowds, no trendy terraces on every corner, but an ordinary Amsterdam residential area where people simply live.

Facilities in Gibraltarbuurt

For daily groceries, you can go to Albert Heijn and Lidl on Jan van Galenstraat, within walking distance of most of the neighbourhood. Jan van Galenstraat is the main shopping street in the immediate vicinity, with a mix of supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and small specialist shops. For a larger range of shops, Mercatorplein is within cycling distance. As for dining and drinking, the options in the neighbourhood itself are limited; Kinkerstraat and Mercatorplein offer more choice.

In terms of education, there are primary schools in the immediate area, including schools along Admiraal de Ruijterweg. For secondary education, students rely on schools elsewhere in West or the city centre. Sports enthusiasts can go to Sportpark De Eendracht, and there are various sports clubs active in the neighbourhood. Erasmuspark, a short bike ride away, is the largest green area in the immediate vicinity and popular for a walk or a game of football.

Accessibility

The accessibility of Gibraltarbuurt by public transport is a sore point for many residents, and this is also reflected in the resident score. There is no metro or light rail in the neighbourhood itself. Tram 7 runs via Jan van Galenstraat towards the city centre and Sloterdijk station, but the frequency and travel time are rated as mediocre by residents. Several bus lines connect the neighbourhood with surrounding districts. From Amsterdam Central, it takes roughly 20 to 25 minutes by public transport.

By car, the situation is more favourable: the A10 ring road is quickly accessible via Admiraal de Ruijterweg or Jan van Galenstraat, making Schiphol and other cities relatively easy to reach. Parking in the neighbourhood is subject to paid parking with a permit system; free parking is not possible. By bike, the centre of Amsterdam can be reached in about 15 to 20 minutes via Kinkerstraat or Haarlemmerweg.

Atmosphere and residents

The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 25 to 45 years (almost half of all residents), and single-person households are by far the most common at 1,445. Only 18% of households are married. This characterises the neighbourhood: it is an area of young, working singles and couples without children, with a highly educated population (53% highly educated) and an average income of €35,500, slightly below the district average of €38,500. The labour participation rate is 64%.

Residents rate the neighbourhood with a 4.3 out of 10, based on 2 reviews on the Gibraltarbuurt neighbourhood page. That is a low score, and to be fair, it seems to be widely shared. One resident writes: "The neighbourhood is functional and affordable compared to the canal belt, but it lacks atmosphere and the public transport connection is downright poor." Safety scores best with a 6.5, followed by green spaces (6.0) and community (5.0). Accessibility (1.5), beauty (3.0) and housing (3.5) score the lowest. These are signals a serious tenant should weigh up.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods in Landlust, Gibraltarbuurt has its own, somewhat greyer character. Erasmusparkbuurt-Oost is directly adjacent to Erasmuspark and has a greener appearance. Landlust-Noord and Landlust-Zuid are similar in architectural style but partly have a quieter street profile. Bosleeuw is also an option if you want a bit more greenery in the immediate vicinity.

Is renting in Gibraltarbuurt right for you?

Gibraltarbuurt mainly attracts young singles and couples who want to live affordably (relatively speaking) in Amsterdam-West and use the car or bike as their primary mode of transport. It is not a neighbourhood for those who want vibrancy and bustling bars on their doorstep, but neither is it a dull commuter suburb. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Gibraltarbuurt in the private sector should expect rents from €1,650 per month. For social housing, registration with a housing association such as Ymere or de Alliantie is necessary; waiting lists in Amsterdam run up to ten years or more. Respond quickly to private-sector rental properties in Gibraltarbuurt, as supply is limited and demand is high. Prepare with an employer's statement, recent payslips and a copy of your ID. If renting a home in Gibraltarbuurt is too expensive, you can also look at the range of rental properties in Amsterdam more broadly, or consider buying via the overview of homes for sale in Gibraltarbuurt.

What residents say about living in Gibraltarbuurt

Gibraltarbuurt receives an average 4.3 out of 10 from residents, based on 2 reviews. The highest sub-score is safety (6.5) and the lowest is accessibility (1.5). Residents appreciate the relative peace and the presence of green spaces in the area, but are critical of the state of public spaces and public transport connections. One resident describes the neighbourhood as "functional but without charm, with poor accessibility as the biggest drawback." View all reviews and the full reviews and neighbourhood data for Gibraltarbuurt for a more complete picture.

Compare rental properties in and around Gibraltarbuurt

When comparing rental properties in Gibraltarbuurt with other neighbourhoods in the district, you see that private-sector rents here are slightly lower than the district average for Landlust as a whole, but the neighbourhood scores are also lower. Those looking for more urban vibrancy can look at Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan, where rents are higher but facilities and accessibility score better. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings from multiple sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also understand what to expect. Compare available rental properties and neighbourhood scores using the filters at the top, or explore the broader range of rental properties in Amsterdam and the overview for the entire municipality via the Amsterdam page. More information about living and housing in the city can also be found at amsterdam.nl.