Rental homes in Kortvoort, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Kortvoort, Amsterdam

Kortvoort is a pronounced rental neighbourhood: 85% of the housing stock of 1,502 homes is rental housing, only 15% is owner-occupied. The vast majority is owned by housing associations, namely 82% of all homes. This makes Kortvoort one of the most association-dominated neighbourhoods within the K-buurt. Private sector rentals are scarce here: in the past twelve months, only 4 private sector rental homes were let, with an average rent of €1,379 per month (excluding social housing). The range ran from €1,208 to €1,650 per month. By comparison, the average WOZ value in Kortvoort is €277,000, clearly lower than the district average of the K-buurt (€358,000) and well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. This reflects the housing composition: many post-war association flats with a relatively low market value. The average income in Kortvoort is €25,100 per year, also lower than the district and municipal average. Those looking for a social rental home must register with a housing association; the private sector market is small. View the current supply and daily prices at the top of this page.

Living in Kortvoort, Amsterdam

Kortvoort is a post-war expansion neighbourhood in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, part of the Bijlmermeer. The neighbourhood was built in the 1960s and 1970s and consists largely of porch flats and gallery flats of four to eight storeys, interspersed with a limited number of single-family homes. The street pattern is spacious, with plenty of greenery between the buildings. The atmosphere is quiet and somewhat subdued compared to the immediate surroundings of the Amsterdam Bijlmercentrum.

Facilities in Kortvoort

For daily shopping, residents rely on the supermarkets in and around the Amsterdamse Poort shopping centre, within walking distance or a short bike ride. There you will find, among others, Albert Heijn and various specialist shops. Kortvoort itself has limited retail at neighbourhood level, but the proximity of Amsterdamse Poort largely compensates for this. For schools, there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including schools that cater to the diverse population composition of the neighbourhood. Secondary education is accessible in adjacent neighbourhoods. In terms of sports and recreation, the Gaasperpark, within cycling distance, offers space for walking, running and recreation by the water. Closer to home, there are playgrounds and green strips between the apartment blocks.

Accessibility of Kortvoort

By public transport, Kortvoort is reasonably well accessible. Metro stations Ganzenhoef or Kraaiennest (lines 53 and 54) are within walking distance and take you to Amsterdam Central in about 20 to 25 minutes. Several bus lines connect the neighbourhood with surrounding districts. By car, you quickly connect to the A9 and A2, which keeps travel time to the centre or Schiphol limited. Cycling to the centre takes about 30 to 40 minutes via the Gaasperdammerweg or the Bijlmerdreef. Parking in Kortvoort is largely possible with a resident's permit; completely free parking is limited.

Residents particularly appreciate the peace and affordable rents in Kortvoort relative to the rest of Amsterdam. A resident writes on the neighbourhood page of Kortvoort: "It is quiet here, green and you have everything you need within cycling distance. For Amsterdam, you still pay a reasonable rent here." Criticisms that come up are the limited shopping facilities directly in the neighbourhood and the outdated state of part of the housing stock. Compared to neighbouring communities such as Kelbergen or Gooise Kant, Kortvoort has a similar character but a slightly lower level of facilities within walking distance. K-buurt-Zuidwest offers more urban dynamics but also higher rents in the private sector.

Does a rental home in Kortvoort suit you?

Kortvoort mainly attracts single-person households (1,130 of the approximately 2,880 residents) and residents in the age category 25 to 45 years. The neighbourhood is interesting for starters who are looking for an affordable social rental home through a housing association and are willing to go through a waiting list. Also for people who value peace and space over a central location, renting in Kortvoort is a realistic option. Families find space and greenery here, although the shopping facilities just around the corner are limited. Expats and people who want to rent a private sector apartment must take into account a very limited supply: only a handful of private sector rental homes become available per year. Respond quickly if something is for rent, because the rental period in the Amsterdam periphery is short. Register with housing associations for social housing via amsterdam.nl. Those considering buying can also view the supply of homes for sale in Kortvoort as an alternative.

What residents say about Kortvoort

Residents rate Kortvoort as a quiet, affordable neighbourhood with sufficient greenery, but with room for improvement in terms of facilities and housing maintenance. The scores on liveability and accessibility are average, while safety and atmosphere are assessed variably. A resident describes it as follows: "Kortvoort is not a hip neighbourhood, but it is pleasant to live there if you are looking for peace and do not need to be in the centre every day." Read all reviews and view the full reviews and neighbourhood data of Kortvoort for a complete picture.

Compare rental homes in and around Kortvoort

Want to know how Kortvoort compares to the rest of the K-buurt? View the total supply of rental homes in K-buurt or explore other neighbourhoods such as K-buurt-Zuidoost. Those looking for a wider search area can find an overview of all available rental homes in Amsterdam on the page rental homes in Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews, district data and rental market figures, so you not only find a home but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you. Popular districts elsewhere in the city to compare include the Jordaan and the Haarlemmerbuurt, although rents there are considerably higher.