Rental homes in Middenmeer, Amsterdam
Check the current rental property listings in Middenmeer, Amsterdam. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and discover if this neighbourhood suits you.
What does a rental property in Middenmeer cost? Well above the Amsterdam average
Middenmeer is a neighbourhood where the majority rent: 62% of the approximately 8,030 homes are rental properties. Of these, 35% are owned by housing associations and 28% by other landlords, such as private investors and institutional parties. The free sector is strongly represented here, and you can see that in the prices. Over the past twelve months, the average rent in the free sector was €2,807 per month, with a range of €1,184 to €6,500. The average size of rented homes was 98 m². These are substantial amounts, even by Amsterdam standards. The WOZ value in Middenmeer is €605,000, well above the municipal average of €517,000. That says something about the desirability of the neighbourhood.
Anyone looking for rental properties in Middenmeer must reckon with stiff competition. The supply changes quickly. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily prices and the number of available homes, so you can see exactly how the market stands today. Feel free to compare this with the broader supply of rental properties elsewhere in Amsterdam to get a realistic picture.
Middenmeer: student neighbourhood, family district and Science Park in one
Middenmeer is not a neighbourhood that can be summed up in one word. The area stretches from the quiet 1930s architecture around the Radioweg area to the modern, internationally oriented Science Park. Residents on the neighbourhood page of Middenmeer give the area a 7.2 overall score. Striking is the high score for safety: a 9.0. Green spaces also score strongly with an 8.0, which is not surprising given that Flevopark, Oosterpark and the sports parks are just around the corner. Education also gets an 8.0, relevant for the many families in the neighbourhood.
Residents are less enthusiastic about amenities (6.0) and the overall beauty of public spaces (6.0). You notice that when you walk through certain parts of the neighbourhood: around Science Park it is sleek and modern, but in the older streets around Middenweg it sometimes looks a bit dated. One resident describes the neighbourhood as safe and green, but notes that shops and restaurants are limited. For a night out or a big grocery run, you quickly have to rely on Linnaeusplein or the centre of Oost.
Accessibility scores a 7.0. Station Science Park offers a direct Sprinter connection to Amsterdam Centraal, and by bus or bike you are quickly in the rest of Oost. Car drivers are close to the A10 ring road. Within the neighbourhood you will find very different atmospheres: in Middenmeer-Noord many families live in spacious maisonettes and porch flats, while the Science Park area mainly attracts students and young professionals with new-build complexes. The Linnaeusparkbuurt has its own village charm with small shops along Middenweg. For those looking for green spaces, Park de Meer and the sports parks are ideal. The municipality of Amsterdam is investing in the public space of Oost in the coming years, which can further improve liveability.
Renting in Middenmeer: which Amsterdammer does it work for?
With an average income of €49,700 and 64% highly educated, Middenmeer is a neighbourhood for dual-income couples, young professionals and knowledge workers. The largest age group (25-45 years) and the high proportion of single-person households (4,465 of households) confirm that picture. Renting an apartment in Middenmeer is feasible if you have an above-average income, but for starters with a modest salary, the free sector is out of reach. Social housing has long waiting times. Families looking for space will find it more easily in Middenmeer-Zuid than around Science Park. Those who prefer to buy can look at homes for sale in Middenmeer as an alternative. And if your budget is a bit tighter, it is wise to also look at neighbourhoods like Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde or the Jordaan, although prices there are not necessarily lower.
View the current rental supply in Middenmeer
On this page of Buurtje.nl you will find the current supply of rental properties in Middenmeer, including filters on price, size and energy label. The neighbourhood offers variety, from compact studios near Science Park to larger family homes in the Linnaeusparkbuurt. Use the resident reviews and neighbourhood data on this page to assess whether a rental home in Middenmeer suits you. Considering other parts of the city? Then view the supply in the Grachtengordel-West or read more about living in Amsterdam as a whole.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Middenmeer?
In the free sector, the average rent in Middenmeer over the past year was €2,807 per month, with an average floor area of 98 m². The range runs from €1,184 to €6,500 per month. Social housing falls outside this; those are rented out through housing corporations with long waiting times.
How safe is it to rent a house in Middenmeer?
Residents rate safety in Middenmeer at 9.0 out of 10. That is remarkably high for an Amsterdam district. The neighbourhood has a quiet, predominantly residential character with many families and students. Especially the streets around the Middenweg and the Flevopark are perceived as safe.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Middenmeer?
The waiting time for a social housing property in Amsterdam averages 12 to 15 years, depending on the type of property and location. In Middenmeer, 35% of the housing stock is owned by corporations, but demand far exceeds supply. Renting a house in Middenmeer through the social sector therefore requires a lot of patience.
Are there good schools nearby if I am looking for a rental house in Middenmeer?
Yes, education scores an 8.0 among residents. In and around Middenmeer you will find several primary schools, and the Science Park offers higher education through the University of Amsterdam. For secondary schools you have to rely on the broader Oost region, but they are easily accessible by bike.
Is renting an apartment in Middenmeer suitable for students?
Certainly around the Science Park, Middenmeer is popular among students, partly due to its proximity to the University of Amsterdam and the Sprinter connection to Central Station. The free sector is too expensive for most students, but there are student complexes in the Science Park area. The neighbourhood has many 15-25 year olds (nearly 3,000), which confirms its student character.
Good accessibility and nice neighbourhood
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