Rental homes in Indische Buurt-Oost, Amsterdam

What does a rental property in the private sector of Indische Buurt-Oost cost?

Indische Buurt-Oost is pre-eminently a rental neighbourhood: no less than 78% of the more than 5,000 homes are rental properties, 65% of which are owned by housing associations. This means that the supply in the private sector is relatively limited. In the past twelve months, only 39 homes were rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €2,405 per month. The range runs from €925 to €3,150 per month, with an average floor area of 86 m². That is substantial for a neighbourhood where the average income is €34,000, well below the Amsterdam average of €44,276. The WOZ value of €482,000 is slightly lower than the municipal average of €517,000, but that does not directly translate into lower rents. For the current daily prices and available supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Indische Buurt-Oost: the neighbourhood where neighbours still look out for each other

On Buurtje.nl, Indische Buurt-Oost scores an 8.4 out of 10 based on resident experiences. What immediately stands out: residents repeatedly emphasise the social character. Jennifer, who left several reviews, puts it aptly: "Many lovely people who always come to your aid, we live together there, not alone." That mutual involvement is not just marketing talk. It is a neighbourhood where you get to know your neighbours at the Dappermarkt (just around the corner in the western part) or at Makassarplein. The neighbourhood has a raw, honest energy that does not suit everyone, but once you live there, you become attached.

Accessibility receives a 9.5 out of 10 from residents, and rightly so. Tram lines on Javastraat and the proximity of Muiderpoort station make the city centre reachable within ten minutes. Green space also scores high with a 9.0: the Flevopark borders directly on the east side of the neighbourhood and offers space for running, picnicking or simply getting away from the city. Around the Sumatraplantsoen you will find a quieter, greener atmosphere that contrasts with the liveliness around the Makassarpleinbuurt, where there are more shops and eateries.

To be honest, the neighbourhood is undergoing a transformation. One resident notes that the composition of the neighbourhood has changed significantly in recent years. The education score (7.2) is the lowest rating, indicating that families with school-age children are more critical of the school provision in the immediate vicinity. Beauty scores an 8.0: the neighbourhood looks a bit worn in some places, but that is part of its character. Read more about residents' experiences and view all neighbourhood data on the Indische Buurt-Oost neighbourhood page. Information about municipal plans for the neighbourhood can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.

Renting in Indische Buurt-Oost: for whom and for whom not?

The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 25 to 45 years (3,440 residents), and you notice that: many young professionals and starters rent an apartment in Indische Buurt-Oost because of its central location and relatively affordable prices compared to the canal belt. With 2,875 single-person households, the neighbourhood is popular among people living alone. The high labour participation rate of 59% and the fact that 43% are highly educated fit that profile. For families with older children, the school provision is a point of attention. And if you are looking for a rental house with a garden and space, you are in the wrong place: the bulk of the supply consists of apartments. Would you rather consider buying? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Indische Buurt-Oost, although with a WOZ value around €482,000, buying here is no bargain either.

Searching for a rental property in Indische Buurt-Oost and surroundings

At the top of this page you will find the current rental supply in Indische Buurt-Oost, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines housing supply with real resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know where you will end up. Rental properties in Indische Buurt-Oost are scarce in the private sector, so also take a look at the supply along Zeeburgerdijk. Other popular Amsterdam neighbourhoods to compare are the Jordaan and the Haarlemmerbuurt. Or view the complete overview of rental properties in Amsterdam.