Rental homes in Leeuwenveld, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures Leeuwenveld, Amsterdam

Leeuwenveld is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: of the 518 homes, only 8% are in the rental sector. Social housing via a housing association accounts for just 2% of the stock, while other landlords account for 6%. Anyone looking for a rental home here will almost certainly be operating in the free sector.

Rental prices in Leeuwenveld are correspondingly high. In the past twelve months, four free-sector homes were rented out (excluding social housing and rooms) at an average rent of €3,000 per month, with a range of €3,000 to €3,000. With an average floor area of 157 m², this works out at around €19 per m² per month. That is steep, but in line with the character of the neighbourhood: spacious, modern homes in a green residential environment.

By way of comparison: the average WOZ value in Leeuwenveld is €700,000, slightly below the district average of Bloemendalerpolder (€746,000), but significantly above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. That price difference is also reflected in the rental market. Anyone looking for a wider range of properties at possibly lower prices can also look at rental homes in Bloemendalerpolder or the broader range of rental homes in Amsterdam. For the most up-to-date rental prices and available rental homes in Leeuwenveld, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Leeuwenveld, Amsterdam

Leeuwenveld is a relatively young new-build neighbourhood on the eastern edge of Amsterdam, part of the broader Bloemendalerpolder development that has grown in recent years on former agricultural land between Weesp and the Amstel. The neighbourhood consists mainly of spacious ground-floor homes and detached owner-occupied houses, built from the 2010s onwards. That immediately explains why 92% of the housing stock is owner-occupied: Leeuwenveld was designed as a family neighbourhood for buyers with a good income. The average household income of €61,300 is clearly above the Amsterdam average of €44,276, and the labour participation rate of 78% and the proportion of highly educated residents of 65% confirm that picture.

The atmosphere is quiet and green. Wide avenues, water features and play facilities make the neighbourhood attractive for families with children, the largest household type here. Living in Leeuwenveld feels more like a Gooi or Kennemerland residential area than a typical Amsterdam neighbourhood: few eateries on the street, hardly any traffic, plenty of space.

Facilities in Leeuwenveld

The neighbourhood is relatively new and facilities are growing along with it. Primary schools are present within the district, partly because the proportion of families with children (0-15 years: 420 residents) is large. For daily shopping, residents rely on nearby Weesp or the shopping strips in Weespersluis. A supermarket within walking distance within the neighbourhood itself is limited; most residents take the car or bike for larger purchases. Sports clubs and recreational opportunities can be found along the Vecht and in the surrounding polder. The greenery around the neighbourhood more than compensates for the lack of urban vibrancy.

Accessibility

Leeuwenveld is strategically located relative to the A1 and A9 motorways, allowing drivers to reach Amsterdam city centre (approx. 20-25 minutes), Utrecht (approx. 30 minutes) and Schiphol (approx. 35 minutes) easily. Weesp station is within cycling distance and offers direct intercity connections to Amsterdam Central (approx. 12 minutes) and Utrecht. Bus services also run from Weesp towards Almere and Diemen. Parking in the neighbourhood itself is generally free and ample, something urban renters see as a serious plus. Cyclists can cycle towards Amsterdam or Muiden via the Weespertrekvaart and Vecht routes, although the distance to the centre (approx. 15 km) is too far for daily commuting by bike for most people.

Leeuwenveld compared with neighbouring neighbourhoods

Anyone wanting to explore other neighbourhoods in the Bloemendalerpolder can look at Weespersluis-Noord, which has a similar new-build character but slightly more urban facilities. Waterrijk and Lanenrijk are also nearby neighbourhoods with a similar green, family-oriented profile. The supply of rental homes in all these neighbourhoods is limited and free-sector prices are high. Anyone wanting more choice in the rental segment would do better to look at a neighbourhood like the Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan, although rental prices there are not low either. See the neighbourhood page for Leeuwenveld for resident reviews, scores per category and more neighbourhood data.

Is renting in Leeuwenveld right for you?

Leeuwenveld as a rental location is most suitable for dual-income couples or families with a substantial budget who consciously choose peace, space and good car accessibility, and are willing to trade urban vibrancy for living quality. Expats with a relocation budget will find spacious homes here that would be unaffordable in the city centre. Starters and students are less at home here: free-sector rents are far above a starter budget, social housing is scarce (2% housing association stock) and waiting lists at Amsterdam housing associations like Ymere and Eigen Haard quickly run to several years. If you are a social housing tenant, register as early as possible via the WoningNet website. As a free-sector tenant, it is wise to respond quickly to listings: the number of available rental homes is limited and properties are usually rented out quickly. Make sure your income statement, employer's statement and identity document are immediately available. Also consider owner-occupied homes in Leeuwenveld as an alternative, because the owner-occupied market here offers considerably more choice.

What residents say about Leeuwenveld

Residents particularly appreciate Leeuwenveld for its peace, space and green living environment. The neighbourhood scores well on safety and liveability. One resident writes: "It is quiet here, clean and the neighbours know each other. Ideal if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city but still live within Amsterdam." Criticisms that come up are the limited shopping facilities within walking distance and the reliance on the car for daily shopping. Read all reviews and see the scores per category on the reviews and neighbourhood data for Leeuwenveld.

Comparing rental homes in and around Leeuwenveld

Leeuwenveld is one of the few neighbourhoods in Amsterdam where as a renter you really get space, but that comes at a price. If you compare the neighbourhood with more urban districts like the Grachtengordel-West or Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde, in Leeuwenveld you choose more m² and less urban bustle. Buurtje.nl combines current listings from all sources with resident reviews, neighbourhood data and rental market figures, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also see the listings in the surrounding Bloemendalerpolder district or broaden your search to all rental homes in Amsterdam for more available rental homes and a more complete picture of the market.