Rental homes in Middenmeer-Zuid, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures Middenmeer-Zuid, Amsterdam

Middenmeer-Zuid is a neighbourhood where renting and buying are almost evenly split: 53% of the more than 2,300 homes are rental properties, 47% are owner-occupied. Notably, only 9% of the total housing stock is owned by housing associations, meaning social rental homes are scarce here. The vast majority of the rental market (44%) consists of private-sector rentals by private and institutional landlords.

The average rental price in the private sector over the past twelve months was €2,776 per month, with a range of €2,300 to €3,750 per month (excluding social rent). With an average floor area of 92 m², this works out to around €30 per m². That is substantial. The average WOZ value in Middenmeer-Zuid is €660,000, well above the district average of €605,000 and far above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average income of €51,100 is also higher than in the rest of Amsterdam (€44,276). Rental prices in Middenmeer-Zuid are therefore at the higher end compared to the broader district of Middenmeer. Always check the current daily prices and available listings at the top of this page.

Living in Middenmeer-Zuid, Amsterdam

Middenmeer-Zuid is the part of Watergraafsmeer south of the Middenweg, roughly bounded by the Ringdijk, the Radioweg and the Flevopark. The neighbourhood was built in the 1920s and 1930s in the typical Amsterdam School style, with wide avenues, plenty of greenery and characteristic brick porch flats. Along the Ringdijk and towards the Flevopark you will also find more spacious family homes with gardens. The streetscape is quiet, almost village-like by Amsterdam standards, with many families and prams on the street.

Facilities in the neighbourhood

The Middenweg is the main shopping street and runs like a backbone through the district. You will find an Albert Heijn, a Jumbo (a bit further on at Krugerplein), various specialist shops, a pharmacy and enough eateries for a coffee or lunch. For larger grocery shopping, you can go to the Oosterpoort shopping centre on Linnaeusstraat. Schools are well catered for: primary schools such as the Derde Daltonschool and the Piet Heinschool are within walking distance, and the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is nearby. Sportpark Middenmeer borders the neighbourhood directly, with football clubs, tennis courts and hockey club AMVJ. The Flevopark is a stone's throw away and offers space for running, picnicking or swimming in the Flevoparkbad.

Accessibility of Middenmeer-Zuid

Tram stops on Linnaeusstraat (lines 14 and 19) take you to Central Station in twenty minutes. Metro station Wibautstraat (lines 51, 53, 54) is within cycling distance. By bike, you are in the city centre in a quarter of an hour. The A10 East is accessible via the Middenweg or Radioweg in five minutes, which is handy if you need to head towards Amstelveen, Schiphol or Het Gooi. Parking in Middenmeer-Zuid requires a permit, and finding a space can be difficult in the evenings, especially in the narrower streets around the Middenweg.

Residents of Middenmeer-Zuid particularly appreciate the combination of tranquillity and accessibility. On the neighbourhood page of Middenmeer-Zuid you can read reviews such as: "It feels like a village in the city, with everything you need within walking distance." That village atmosphere is often mentioned, as are the greenery and good schools. Recurring criticisms include parking pressure and high private-sector rental prices. Compared to Middenmeer-Noord, it is slightly more expensive here but also a bit greener due to the proximity of the Flevopark. The Linnaeusparkbuurt offers a similar atmosphere but with more urban bustle along the Linnaeusstraat.

Is a rental home in Middenmeer-Zuid right for you?

The neighbourhood mainly attracts young families and dual-income couples, which is reflected in the demographics: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years (1,675 residents), and there are relatively many children (915 residents under 15). If you want to rent a home in Middenmeer-Zuid, prepare for competition: private-sector homes go quickly. Make sure you have your proof of income, employer's statement and ID ready. For social housing, the waiting list is long given the limited housing association stock of 9%. Considering buying? Then also check the supply of homes for sale in Middenmeer-Zuid. To be honest: with an average rental price above €2,700 per month, renting an apartment in Middenmeer-Zuid is only realistic with an above-average household income.

What residents say about Middenmeer-Zuid

On the neighbourhood page, residents share their experiences of living in Middenmeer-Zuid. The neighbourhood generally scores well on green spaces, sense of safety and accessibility. Lower scores are given for parking and the limited availability of evening eateries. One resident writes: "We have lived here for five years now and it still feels like a stroke of luck. Quiet, green, and yet you are in the city in no time." Curious about all the ratings and scores? Check the reviews and neighbourhood data of Middenmeer-Zuid.

Compare rental homes around Middenmeer-Zuid

Would you like to compare rental prices in Middenmeer-Zuid with surrounding neighbourhoods? In Science Park-Noord you will find many new-build homes, popular with students and knowledge workers, often slightly smaller and more modern. Sportpark Middenmeer-Zuid has hardly any housing supply but borders the neighbourhood directly. For a broader picture, you can also look at popular districts such as the Jordaan or Haarlemmerbuurt, although rental prices there are at a similar or higher level. On Buurtje.nl you compare neighbourhoods based on resident scores, available rental homes and data from more than 1,500 sources. Also check the overall overview of rental homes in Amsterdam if you want to broaden your search area. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.