Rental homes in IJselbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for IJselbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam

IJselbuurt-Oost is a typical rental neighbourhood: as many as 83% of the 1,548 homes are rental properties, compared to just 17% owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 44% belongs to a housing association (social housing) and 39% to other landlords, such as private investors and institutional parties. This means there are relatively many social housing units, but waiting lists in Amsterdam are long, sometimes exceeding ten years.

In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €2,794 per month, with an average floor area of 74 m². That works out to about €37.75 per square metre. The range is wide: from €837 for smaller studios to €7,950 for spacious apartments. Note: these are free-sector prices, excluding social housing. The average WOZ value in IJselbuurt-Oost is €533,000, slightly higher than the district average of IJselbuurt (€518,000) and the Amsterdam average (€517,000). Rents here are therefore a fraction higher than in the broader district. Always check the current daily prices and available listings at the top of this page for the most up-to-date information.

Living in IJselbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam

IJselbuurt-Oost is located in the southern part of the Rivierenbuurt, nestled between the Amstel river and the Amstelkanaal. The neighbourhood takes its name from streets named after Dutch rivers: think IJselstraat, Waalstraat and Rijnstraat. It is a neighbourhood with a clear pre-war character. Most homes date from the 1920s and 1930s, built in the Amsterdam School style. You can recognise this by the ornate brick facades, bay windows and characteristic stairwells. The homes are predominantly three- to four-room apartments, spread over porch-access flats of three to five storeys.

The atmosphere is quiet but urban. You notice that the neighbourhood is popular with young professionals and couples: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years (1,245 of the 2,850 residents) and 56% of residents are highly educated. At the same time, families with children and elderly people who have lived in the neighbourhood for decades also live here. The percentage of single-person households is high (990 of the households), which fits the Amsterdam pattern.

Facilities in IJselbuurt-Oost

You can do your daily shopping within walking distance. On Rijnstraat and Maasstraat you will find an Albert Heijn and various specialist shops: a bakery, a cheese shop and an organic greengrocer. A bit further towards Amsteldijk there is a Jumbo. For more extensive shopping, go to Amstelplein or Ferdinand Bolstraat in De Pijp, a five-minute bike ride away. There is plenty of hospitality along Amsteldijk and Rijnstraat, from neighbourhood cafés to small restaurants. In terms of schools, there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including Rivierenschool and primary school De Amstel. For secondary education, you can go to the nearby Fons Vitae Lyceum. Sports and recreation can be found in Amstelpark and Martin Luther Kingpark, both within cycling distance. Swimming pool De Mirandabad is a ten-minute bike ride away.

Accessibility of IJselbuurt-Oost

Accessibility is good. Metro station Wibautstraat (lines 51, 53, 54) and tram stops on Ceintuurbaan (lines 3, 12) are within walking distance. From Wibautstraat you are at Amsterdam Central Station in five minutes. Amsterdam Amstel station, with intercity and sprinter trains, can be reached in ten minutes by bike. By car, you are quickly on the A10 ring road South, although parking is a point of attention: you need a parking permit and the waiting list for that can be long. Cycling to the centre (Dam) takes about fifteen minutes.

Residents of IJselbuurt-Oost particularly appreciate the central location combined with relative tranquillity. On the neighbourhood page of IJselbuurt-Oost you can read what residents write. One resident notes: "You are in the middle of the city but it doesn't feel busy here. The Amstel around the corner is lovely for a walk." There is also criticism: the high rents are frequently mentioned, as are the limited parking options and occasional nuisance from scooters on the narrow streets.

Compared to IJselbuurt-West, the eastern part is slightly greener due to the proximity of the Amstel. In terms of rents, both neighbourhoods are close to each other, but IJselbuurt-Oost attracts slightly more young professionals because of its direct location on the Amstel.

Is IJselbuurt-Oost right for you as a tenant?

With the large group of 25- to 45-year-olds and the high percentage of single-person households, IJselbuurt-Oost is particularly popular with first-time buyers on the housing market, young professionals and expats renting an apartment in a lively but not too hectic neighbourhood. Families will find good facilities here, but the average home size of 74 m² can be tight with children. If you want to secure a rental home in IJselbuurt-Oost, respond quickly: competition is fierce. Make sure you have your proof of income, employer's statement and ID ready. For social housing, you can register via WoningNet, but expect years of waiting times. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check the supply of homes for sale in IJselbuurt-Oost as an alternative.

What residents say about IJselbuurt-Oost

On the neighbourhood page, residents share their experiences of living in IJselbuurt-Oost. The neighbourhood generally scores well on safety and accessibility, but lower on parking and affordability. One resident writes: "Nice neighbourhood to live in, good mix of old and new. Only the rents have really skyrocketed in recent years." Check all reviews and neighbourhood data of IJselbuurt-Oost for a complete picture with scores per category.

Compare rental homes in IJselbuurt-Oost with surrounding neighbourhoods

Still unsure whether IJselbuurt-Oost is the right place to rent a home? It helps to compare. In the broader IJselbuurt, rents are on average slightly lower. If you are looking for more canal house atmosphere, then the Grachtengordel-West is an option, but expect higher prices. The Jordaan offers a similar mix of character and urbanity. And those who want to explore the centre can look at available rental homes in the Haarlemmerbuurt. On Buurtje.nl you compare neighbourhoods based on resident scores, rents and district data from more than 1,500 sources. Also check the full overview of rental homes in Amsterdam or read more about the city on the page of Amsterdam. More information about local regulations and permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.