Rental homes in Linnaeusparkbuurt, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Linnaeusparkbuurt, Amsterdam

Linnaeusparkbuurt is a neighbourhood where renting and buying are fairly balanced: 55% of the 1,284 homes are rental properties, 45% are owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 19% belongs to housing associations (social rent), while 37% is owned by other landlords, i.e. the private sector. This makes the private rental sector relatively large here compared to many other Amsterdam neighbourhoods.

The average rent in the private sector over the past twelve months was €3,613 per month, with a range of €1,350 to €6,500. With an average floor area of 121 m², this works out at around €30 per m². That is steep, even by Amsterdam standards. The average WOZ value of homes in Linnaeusparkbuurt is €824,000, well above the district average of Middenmeer (€605,000) and the Amsterdam average of €517,000. Rental prices in Linnaeusparkbuurt are therefore higher than in most surrounding neighbourhoods. If you are looking for a cheaper rental home in the same district, you can check the supply in Middenmeer-Noord or Middenmeer-Zuid. See the overview at the top of this page for current daily prices and available rental homes in Linnaeusparkbuurt.

Living in Linnaeusparkbuurt, Amsterdam

Linnaeusparkbuurt is located in Amsterdam-Oost, wedged between Linnaeuspark (now better known as the Oosterpark section towards Middenweg), Middenweg and Radioweg. It is a green, relatively quiet residential neighbourhood with wide avenues, many pre-war and early post-war homes, and a remarkably village-like character for a neighbourhood that is less than three kilometres as the crow flies from Amstelstation. Here you will find many spacious apartment buildings from the 1920s and 1930s, supplemented by a number of new-build projects along Radioweg. The streets around Linnaeuspark itself have stately facades and plenty of greenery, giving the neighbourhood a villa-district feel.

With 2,645 residents, it is a compact neighbourhood. The largest age group is 25-45 years (855 people), but there are also notably many families with children (445 residents under 15). 72% of residents are highly educated, and the average income of €58,200 is well above the Amsterdam average of €44,276. Single-person households form the largest group (605), but 27% of residents are married, indicating a mix of singles and families.

Facilities in Linnaeusparkbuurt

For daily shopping, you walk to Middenweg, where you will find an Albert Heijn and various specialist shops. Middenweg serves as the main shopping street of the area, with bakeries, a chemist, a florist and a handful of restaurants and cafés. At Krugerplein, a bit further towards Dapperbuurt, there is more hospitality. The neighbourhood scores well on education: Linnaeusparkschool (primary education) is literally in the neighbourhood, and there are several primary schools within cycling distance along Middenweg. Oosterpark and Flevopark are within walking or cycling distance and offer space for jogging, picnicking or walking the dog. Sportpark Middenmeer, directly to the north, has facilities for tennis, hockey and football. More information about sports and recreation in the area can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.

Accessibility of Linnaeusparkbuurt

Accessibility is good, although you are not directly at a metro or train station. Tram stop Middenweg (lines 1 and 19) takes you to Amsterdam Centraal in about 20 minutes. Metro station Wibautstraat (lines 51, 53, 54) is a ten-minute bike ride away. By bike, you are in the city centre in a quarter of an hour. By car, the Ring A10 via exit Watergraafsmeer is reachable within five minutes, which is handy for the A1, A2 or Schiphol. Parking in this neighbourhood is permit-based; a resident's permit is necessary and waiting lists for a second permit can be long.

Residents give Linnaeusparkbuurt a 7.2 out of 10. Safety scores notably high at 9.0, and green spaces (8.0) and education (8.0) are also appreciated. Beauty (6.0) and facilities (6.0) score lower. One resident writes: "Safe, green neighbourhood with good schools, but the shopping options are limited and the streets could be cleaner." Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Linnaeusparkbuurt with all reviews and neighbourhood data.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods, Linnaeusparkbuurt is more expensive but also greener and quieter. Science Park-Noord attracts more students and has a different character due to the proximity of the university. Sportpark Middenmeer-Zuid is mainly a sports park area with fewer homes available.

Does Linnaeusparkbuurt suit you as a tenant?

Renting an apartment in Linnaeusparkbuurt is particularly interesting for dual-income couples and families with above-average incomes. The combination of spacious homes, plenty of greenery and good schools makes it attractive for young parents. Expats working in Oost or near Science Park also feel at home here. For starters and students, the private sector prices are likely too high; they would do well to register with WoningNet for social housing (19% of the stock is association-owned, but waiting lists are long). Be quick when something becomes available for rent in Linnaeusparkbuurt, as homes here sell quickly. Make sure you have your proof of income and employer's statement ready. Also consider buying a home in Linnaeusparkbuurt as an alternative, given the high rental prices.

What residents say about Linnaeusparkbuurt

Linnaeusparkbuurt receives an overall score of 7.2 from residents based on 1 review. Safety stands out with a 9.0, followed by green spaces and education (both 8.0). The lowest scores go to beauty and facilities (both 6.0). One resident sums it up: "Nice, safe neighbourhood to live in with children, but don't expect a vibrant nightlife." See all ratings and subscores on the review page of Linnaeusparkbuurt.

Renting in Linnaeusparkbuurt compared to surrounding neighbourhoods

Do you want to rent a home in Linnaeusparkbuurt but find the supply too expensive or limited? Then compare with surrounding neighbourhoods in the district. Middenmeer-Zuid offers a similar atmosphere at generally lower rents. For more urban bustle and hospitality, you can look at the broader supply in Middenmeer or popular districts like the Jordaan. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that suits you. Also see the full overview of rental homes in Amsterdam.