Rental homes in Molenwijk, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Molenwijk, Amsterdam

Molenwijk is a pronounced rental neighbourhood: about 85% of the more than 1,400 homes are rental properties, the vast majority (80%) of which are owned by housing associations. This makes the private sector relatively small here. Over the past twelve months, 17 private-sector homes were rented out in Molenwijk, with an average rent of €1,035 per month (excluding social housing). The range ran from €814 to €1,147 per month, with an average living area of 93 m². That works out to around €11 per m² per month. By comparison, in the surrounding district Oostzanerwerf the average WOZ value is €435,000, while in Molenwijk it comes to €323,000. The Amsterdam average is €517,000. Molenwijk is thus one of the cheaper neighbourhoods in the city. For the current supply and the most recent average rent, you can check the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Molenwijk, Amsterdam

Molenwijk is located in the northwest of Amsterdam, wedged between the Noord-Hollands Kanaal and the Noorder IJplas. The neighbourhood was built in the 1960s and 1970s as part of a large-scale urban expansion, and that is evident in the architecture: porch flats and gallery flats dominate the streetscape, interspersed with terraced single-family homes. It is not a neighbourhood you visit for the cosiness; it is a neighbourhood where people live, often for a long time. The atmosphere is down-to-earth and unpretentious.

Facilities
You do your daily shopping at the shopping centre on Molenwijk itself, which includes a supermarket. For a wider range of shops and dining, you rely on the centre of Amsterdam-Noord or the broader city centre. There is no shortage of schools: several primary schools are located in and around the neighbourhood. For sports, the immediate proximity of the Noorder IJplas and the surrounding green spaces offers plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling and water sports. The resident score for green space is 8 out of 10, one of the highest subscores the neighbourhood receives.

Accessibility
Molenwijk is accessible by public transport via bus lines that connect to the Noord/Zuidlijn or the centre of Amsterdam-Noord. From Noord, you can reach the centre of Amsterdam relatively quickly by metro or the ferry across the IJ. By car, via the S116 you are quickly on the A10 ring road or towards the A8 to Zaandam. Cycling to the centre takes about 25 to 35 minutes, depending on your starting point. Parking in the neighbourhood is mostly free or regulated with a permit, which is a clear advantage compared to the city centre. Residents give accessibility a 7 out of 10, indicating that it is not a problem but also not outstanding.

The overall resident score for Molenwijk is 4.8 out of 10, based on available reviews. That is low, and the subscores reveal where the pain points lie: safety scores a 2 out of 10 and community spirit is also rated low (2 out of 10). One resident describes the situation as: "The green spaces are nice and accessibility is okay, but in the evening I don't feel comfortable on the street." That is honest feedback that you as a potential tenant should take seriously. The scores for facilities (7) and green space (8) are the bright spots.

Anyone considering Molenwijk can also look at adjacent neighbourhoods. Walvisbuurt has a similar post-war character but a slightly different composition. Melkweg/Oostzanerwerf is also an option if you want to be a bit closer to the facilities of Oostzanerwerf. For those seeking more green space, Twiske-West is worth exploring. All reviews and neighbourhood data can be found on the Molenwijk neighbourhood page.

Who is a rental home in Molenwijk interesting for?

Molenwijk mainly appeals to tenants who want to live affordably in Amsterdam without being too far from the city. The neighbourhood has the largest group of residents between 25 and 45 years old, but also a notable number of seniors (530 residents aged 65+). For families with children, the neighbourhood is functional due to the presence of schools and green spaces, although the low safety score requires careful consideration. Starters who want to rent an apartment in Molenwijk via the private sector should take into account a limited supply: on average, only about 17 private-sector homes are rented out per year. So respond quickly to available rental homes as soon as they appear. For social housing, register with an Amsterdam housing association such as Ymere or Rochdale; the waiting lists are long. If buying is an option, also check the supply of homes for sale in Molenwijk, because with 15% owner-occupied homes, there is sometimes something to be found at relatively low WOZ values.

What residents say about Molenwijk

Based on the available resident reviews, Molenwijk scores 4.8 out of 10. The highest subscores are for green space (8.0) and accessibility (7.0) and facilities (7.0). The lowest scores are for safety (2.0) and community (2.0). One resident writes: "The green spaces are nice and accessibility is okay, but in the evening I don't feel comfortable on the street." This gives an honest picture of a neighbourhood that is functional but faces social challenges. See all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the Molenwijk neighbourhood page.

Comparing rental homes in and around Molenwijk

Anyone considering renting in Molenwijk would do well to compare the neighbourhood with the wider area. The district Oostzanerwerf has higher WOZ values and a higher average income, which usually also translates into higher rents. Those who want a more urban living environment can also look at Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan, although rents there are considerably higher. For a complete overview of the supply in the capital, see rental homes in Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also know what to expect from the neighbourhood. More information about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam. In addition to Molenwijk, neighbourhoods such as Noorder IJplas and Circus/Kermisbuurt are also worth a look if you are looking for a rental home in this corner of Amsterdam.