Rental homes in Grachtengordel-Zuid, Amsterdam
View the current rental property offerings in Grachtengordel-Zuid, including resident reviews and neighbourhood data to make the right choice.
Average €3,288 per month: what does a rental property on the southern canals cost?
Grachtengordel-Zuid is one of the most expensive rental districts in the city. In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €3,288 per month, with a range of €450 to €14,000. The average floor area is 92 m². By comparison, the average WOZ value in this district is €942,000, almost double the Amsterdam average of €517,000. This directly translates into hefty rents. Of the 3,596 homes, 62% are rental properties, but only 4% are owned by a housing association. The vast majority, 58%, are rented out by private or commercial landlords. Social housing is therefore virtually impossible to find here. Those who want to see the current daily price and available supply can find it in the overview at the top of this page.
The high income level in the district (average €74,400, compared to €44,276 in all of Amsterdam) matches the price level. Renting in Grachtengordel-Zuid is for people with a substantial budget. If you look at rental properties in Grachtengordel-Zuid, you mainly see apartments in monumental canal houses along the Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht. There is hardly any new construction, as the entire area is a protected cityscape.
Living between Leidseplein and the Amstel: what does it feel like to live here?
Grachtengordel-Zuid stretches from Leidseplein to the Amstel, with the grand canals as its backbone. By day, it is a mix of tourists, cycling Amsterdammers and shoppers around the Utrechtsestraat and Nieuwe Spiegelstraat. In the evening, the character changes per neighbourhood. Around Rembrandtplein, nightlife is prominent, with associated noise that residents regularly mention. The Amstelveldbuurt around Amstelveld, on the other hand, feels almost village-like, with the wooden church, the baker on the corner and the Tuesday market.
On the district page of Grachtengordel-Zuid you can read what residents themselves write. A recurring theme: people greatly appreciate the central location and historic character, but complain about noise from hospitality and tourism. One resident puts it aptly: "You live in a postcard, but on Friday night you want earplugs." The Spiegelbuurt scores better on peace and quiet, with antique shops and galleries that close in the evening. In the Vijzelstraatbuurt you benefit from the North/South line (Vijzelgracht stop), which gets you to Amsterdam Zuid in ten minutes.
In terms of amenities, there is little lacking: supermarkets (Albert Heijn on Vijzelstraat, Marqt on Utrechtsestraat), GPs, pharmacies and primary schools are within walking distance. However, residents miss green spaces. Vondelpark is just outside the district and Weteringplantsoen is small. Leidsegracht-Zuid offers the most peace by the water, while the Geelvinckbuurt is popular with residents who consider the Reguliersgracht their personal living room. With 70% highly educated and a predominance of single-person households (2,345 of the households), the atmosphere is cosmopolitan and individualistic.
Renting on the canal: for which tenants is it suitable and for whom not?
A rental home in Grachtengordel-Zuid suits single professionals and couples without children who have a high disposable income and want the ultimate inner-city location. The age group 25 to 45 is by far the largest, with 2,350 residents. Families with children are scarce here (only 400 residents under 15), and that makes sense: the homes are often compact, there is little outdoor space and schools are limited. Anyone wanting to rent an apartment in Grachtengordel-Zuid should expect at least €2,000 per month for something modest. If that is too steep, consider the Jordaan or the Haarlemmerbuurt, where the supply is slightly more accessible. Those who prefer to buy rather than rent can view the supply of homes for sale in Grachtengordel-Zuid, although prices there are at least as steep.
Searching for a rental property in Grachtengordel-Zuid
On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Grachtengordel-Zuid, supplemented with resident reviews and district statistics so you know what to expect. Want to broaden your search? Then also check what is available for rent in Grachtengordel-West, the Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde or view the total overview of rental properties in Amsterdam. More information about permits and housing policy can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a rental property in Grachtengordel-Zuid?
In the private sector, the average rent over the past year was €3,288 per month, with an average floor area of 92 m². The range runs from €450 to €14,000 per month. Social housing is hardly available: only 4% of the housing stock is owned by a housing association.
How do I find a rental home in Grachtengordel-Zuid?
Supply in the private sector changes quickly. Keep an eye on rental platforms daily and respond immediately. Due to high prices and limited supply, it is wise to also search in neighbouring neighbourhoods such as Jordaan or Grachtengordel-West.
Is it possible to rent a property in Grachtengordel-Zuid for less than €2,000?
That is difficult. Most rental properties in the private sector are well above €2,000 per month. Only small studios or rooms sometimes come in under that amount. Social housing through a housing association is hardly available, with waiting times of more than ten years in Amsterdam.
How is the accessibility of Grachtengordel-Zuid by public transport?
Excellent. Vijzelgracht metro station (North/South line) is located in the middle of the neighbourhood. Tram lines 1, 2, 7 and 19 stop at Leidseplein and along Vijzelstraat. Amsterdam Central can be reached in less than ten minutes.
Is there a lot of noise pollution when renting an apartment in Grachtengordel-Zuid?
That depends heavily on the location within the neighbourhood. Around Rembrandtplein and Leidseplein, night-time noise from hospitality and nightlife is a frequently mentioned complaint from residents. In Amstelveldbuurt or Spiegelbuurt it is considerably quieter, mainly because there is less hospitality there.
