Rental homes in Havenkwartier IJburg, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Havenkwartier IJburg, Amsterdam

Havenkwartier IJburg is pre-eminently a tenant neighbourhood: no less than 77% of the 822 homes are rental properties. Of these, 44% are owned by housing associations (social housing) and 33% are offered by other landlords, often in the private sector. This makes Havenkwartier one of the neighbourhoods on IJburg where tenants have relatively plenty of choice, both social and private.

In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,788 per month, with a range of €596 to €3,450. With an average floor area of 88 m², this works out at around €20.30 per m². This is notably affordable compared to the broader district IJburg-Zuid, where the average WOZ value is €648,000 compared to €477,000 in Havenkwartier. Also relative to the Amsterdam average (WOZ €517,000, median income €44,276), the homes here are valued lower, which translates into more moderate rents. The average income in the neighbourhood, at €36,100, is well below the municipal average, which fits with the high proportion of social housing. Would you like to see the current daily prices and available rental properties in Havenkwartier IJburg? Then check the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Havenkwartier IJburg: a water neighbourhood with its own character

Havenkwartier is the western part of IJburg, built in the 2000s on the artificial Haveneiland. It is a planned new-build neighbourhood with sleek architecture, many apartments of four to six storeys and a handful of ground-level homes. The building blocks are close together, but due to the location on the IJmeer and the wide quays, the neighbourhood still feels open. Water is everywhere: houseboats line the edges and along the Bert Haanstrakade you can look out over the lake.

The atmosphere is urban but young. With 915 residents between 25 and 45 years old, that group makes up over 40% of the population. You notice this in the pushchairs on the street, the busy school playgrounds and the lively play areas. At the same time, 530 of the 822 households are single-person, so there are also many single starters and young professionals living here.

Facilities in Havenkwartier

You can do your daily shopping at the Albert Heijn on IJburglaan or the Lidl a bit further on. Along the same IJburglaan you will also find a pharmacy, GP practice, dentist and the IJburg community centre. For schools, you are well placed: De Kleine Kapitein primary school and Montessorischool IJburg are within walking distance. Secondary school students travel to IJburg College on the other side of the island. For sports and recreation, there is Blijburg beach in summer, the IJburg sports hall and IJburg swimming pool on Pampuslaan. Diemerpark, a large green area on the former landfill site, is a five-minute bike ride away and is popular with runners and families.

Accessibility of Havenkwartier

Tram 26 (the IJtram) stops at IJburg stop and takes you to Amsterdam Central in about 25 minutes. Bus 66 runs towards Diemen and Amstelveen. By car, you can quickly reach the A10 ring road via the Piet Heintunnel. Cycling to the city centre takes about 30 minutes, via Java-eiland and the Piet Heintunnel. Parking in Havenkwartier is partly permit-based and partly free, but pressure is increasing. Residents regularly complain about limited parking capacity, especially in the evenings.

What residents appreciate is the space and the water. On the neighbourhood page of Havenkwartier IJburg, a resident writes: "You really live here by the water, with a view of the IJmeer. That gives a holiday feeling, even in the middle of the week." At the same time, residents mention as a downside that the neighbourhood sometimes feels isolated and that there is little evening hospitality. Compared to neighbouring areas such as Theo van Goghparkbuurt, Havenkwartier is slightly busier and more urban, while Rieteiland-Oost is more exclusive and expensive with more owner-occupied homes.

Does Havenkwartier suit you as a tenant?

A rental home in Havenkwartier is interesting for young families looking for space at a lower price than in the city centre, and for starters who want an affordable apartment through social housing. With 44% housing association ownership, there are opportunities, but waiting lists at housing associations such as Ymere and Lieven de Key run to more than ten years. So register as early as possible via the website of the municipality of Amsterdam or WoningNet. In the private sector, you need to respond quickly: homes here sell fast. Prepare your documents (employer's statement, salary slips, ID) in advance. Is renting a home in Havenkwartier IJburg too expensive? Then also consider buying a home in Havenkwartier IJburg, because with a WOZ value below the Amsterdam average, buying here can be relatively attractive. Let's be honest: the neighbourhood is not for everyone. If you are looking for nightlife and bustling shopping streets, look at the Jordaan or the Haarlemmerbuurt.

What residents say about Havenkwartier IJburg

On the neighbourhood page, residents rate Havenkwartier on several categories. The water location and the space generally score highest, while facilities and accessibility often receive criticism. One resident sums it up: "Nice to live, but you have to consciously choose it. It's not a place where you can spontaneously walk into the city." Curious about all the ratings and experiences? Check the reviews and neighbourhood data of Havenkwartier IJburg for the complete picture.

Compare rental properties in Havenkwartier IJburg with surrounding neighbourhoods

Havenkwartier is not the only option on IJburg. In Theo van Goghparkbuurt you will find a similar setup but with slightly more greenery, while Rieteiland-Oost mainly has owner-occupied homes and is therefore less suitable for tenants. Would you like to search more broadly? Then check the supply for rent in the whole of IJburg-Zuid or compare with popular districts such as Grachtengordel-West and Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde. On Buurtje.nl, you combine neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and current supply from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you. Also view all available rental properties in Amsterdam if you want to broaden your search area.