Rental homes in K-buurt, Amsterdam

What does a rental home in K-buurt cost? Affordable compared to the rest of Amsterdam

K-buurt is one of the neighbourhoods in Amsterdam-Zuidoost where renting is still relatively affordable. In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,855 per month, with a range of €800 to €3,000. That may not sound cheap, but compare it to neighbourhoods like the Jordaan or the Grachtengordel, where you get a much smaller home for that amount. The average floor area in K-buurt is 112 m², which is spacious by Amsterdam standards. The WOZ value here is €358,000, well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000, which also explains the lower rents.

Important to know: as much as 70% of the housing stock consists of rental homes, of which 62% is owned by housing corporations. This means the vast majority is social housing, with long waiting lists. The free sector is relatively small: in the past year, only 39 homes were rented outside the corporate sector. So if you are looking for a rental home in the free sector, you need to be quick. At the top of this page you will see the current supply and daily prices.

Living in K-buurt: flats with character and a neighbourhood in transition

K-buurt is located in the heart of Amsterdam-Zuidoost, sandwiched between the Bijlmerdreef and the Karspeldreef. It is a neighbourhood that cannot be summed up in one sentence. The characteristic high-rise flats from the 1970s have largely been renovated, and the area has undergone a major transformation in recent decades. Yet K-buurt is not a slick marketing image, and that is exactly what many residents appreciate. On the neighbourhood page of K-buurt you can read what residents themselves think. A common sentiment: the multicultural atmosphere and mutual involvement are valued, but nuisance and a feeling of unsafety in certain places are also honestly mentioned.

One resident writes: "You really know your neighbours here, I never had that in other parts of Amsterdam. But late at night I prefer not to walk alone across Kraaiennest square." That is an honest picture. Kraaiennest metro station provides a direct connection to Amsterdam Central in about twenty minutes, which is convenient for commuters. Kraaiennest shopping centre covers daily groceries, although the range is basic. For more choice, take the metro towards the renovated Amsterdamse Poort at Bijlmer ArenA station.

The neighbourhood clearly has different areas, each with its own character. In Kelbergen you will find many renovated high-rise buildings with spacious apartments. The Gooise Kant borders on greenery and feels quieter. Around K-buurt-Zuidwest and K-buurt-Zuidoost there are also low-rise homes that are popular with families. There is plenty of green space: the Bijlmerpark and the green strips along the dreeven offer space for walking and playing. The municipality of Amsterdam is investing further in the public space of Zuidoost in the coming years, which should improve liveability.

Renting in K-buurt: who is it a good choice for?

With an average income of €29,387, well below the Amsterdam average of €44,276, K-buurt is a neighbourhood where people with a modal or lower income can still find a home. The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old, and almost half of households are single-person. This makes the neighbourhood suitable for singles and starters who want to rent an apartment in Amsterdam without paying top dollar. Families with children find relatively more space here for a lower price, although the labour participation rate of 62% and the percentage of highly educated people at 23% are factors to consider when looking at the social dynamics. If you are looking for a home to buy instead, check out the supply of homes for sale in K-buurt, where entry-level prices are also below the Amsterdam average. Those seeking more urban buzz will probably feel too far from the centre in K-buurt.

Searching for rental homes in K-buurt and surroundings

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current supply of rental homes in K-buurt, including resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics so you know what to expect. Use the filters at the top to search by price, floor area or energy label. Want to broaden your search? Then also check out the supply in all of Amsterdam, or compare with neighbourhoods like the Haarlemmerbuurt and Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde for a completely different price picture.