Rental homes in Nes en omgeving, Amsterdam
View the current rental property listings in Nes and surroundings, Amsterdam. Compare prices, check neighbourhood data and discover if this neighbourhood suits you.
Rental prices and market figures for Nes and surroundings, Amsterdam
The Nes and surroundings neighbourhood is pre-eminently a rental neighbourhood: 71% of the 263 homes are rental properties, compared to 28% owner-occupied. Strikingly, only 5% are owned by housing associations. The vast majority, around 66%, are rented out by private and institutional landlords. Social housing is therefore scarce here. In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €3,362 per month, with a range from €947 to €12,000. With an average floor area of 86 m², this works out to approximately €39 per m². That is steep, even by Amsterdam standards. The average WOZ value of €690,000 is well above the district average of Burgwallen-Oude Zijde (€557,000) and the Amsterdam average (€517,000). The average income of €57,200 is also higher than in the rest of the district (€40,200) and the municipality of Amsterdam (€44,276). Would you like to see the current rental prices and available rental properties in Nes and surroundings? Then scroll to the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Nes and surroundings: the heart of Amsterdam's city centre
Nes and surroundings is one of the most central neighbourhoods in Amsterdam. Nes itself is a narrow, historic street running parallel to Rokin and Damrak, filled with theatres such as Frascati and De Brakke Grond. It is a neighbourhood where culture and hospitality set the tone. The buildings largely consist of monumental canal houses and old warehouses, often divided into apartments. New-build properties are hardly found here. The atmosphere is urban, lively and compact. With only 395 residents, it is a small neighbourhood, but the hustle and bustle of the centre is always palpable.
Facilities around Nes
For daily groceries, you go to Albert Heijn on Rokin or the small supermarkets on Nieuwendijk and Damstraat. Within walking distance you will find the shopping area around Kalverstraat and De Bijenkorf on Dam Square. Hospitality venues are abundant: from brown cafes on Zeedijk to restaurants on Grimburgwal. For primary education, there are limited options in the immediate vicinity, but the neighbourhood borders Oude Kerk and surroundings and Burgwallen-Oost, where more schools can be found. Sports facilities are scarce in the neighbourhood itself. The nearest swimming pool is Zuiderbad, a bike ride away. Green space is limited: the resident score for green space is only 6.0 out of 10. Amstelveld and Hortus Botanicus are the nearest places to escape the concrete for a while.
Accessibility of Nes and surroundings
Accessibility is excellent and scores a 10.0 among residents. Metro station Rokin is a few minutes' walk away and via the North/South line quickly takes you to Amsterdam-Zuid, the WTC or Amsterdam-Noord. Tram lines on Damrak and Munt connect you to Central Station, De Pijp and Oud-West. By bike, you are at Central Station in five minutes. Driving and parking is a different story: parking permits are limited and street parking rates are among the highest in the Netherlands. Anyone looking for a rental home here would do well to reconsider the car. More information about parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
What residents think
Residents give Nes and surroundings an 8.4 out of 10. Resident Max sums it up: "Lovely to live. Everything perfectly accessible. At weekends, especially many tourists, which sometimes makes it a bit difficult to get around." That is honestly the biggest downside of living in this neighbourhood: the crowds of tourists, especially around Dam Square and Rokin, can be overwhelming at weekends. During the week it is much quieter. The scores for safety (9.0) and beauty (9.0) are high, while green space (6.0) and education (6.0) lag behind. View all reviews and neighbourhood data for Nes and surroundings for a complete picture. Compared to neighbouring areas such as Kop Zeedijk, Nes and surroundings is slightly quieter and less touristy in terms of residential streets, although the difference is small.
Does a rental property in Nes and surroundings suit you?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts young professionals and expats: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years (195 of the 395 residents) and 53% are highly educated. With 170 single-person households, it is clearly a neighbourhood for people living alone. For families with children, it is less suitable due to limited schools, little green space and high rents. If you want to rent an apartment here in the free sector, prepare a complete dossier with employer's statement, payslips and ID. Respond quickly, as properties go off the market fast. Social housing is hardly available with 5% housing association ownership; expect years-long waiting lists via WoningNet. Would you rather buy? Then view the supply of homes for sale in Nes and surroundings.
What residents say about Nes and surroundings
Based on resident reviews, Nes and surroundings scores an 8.4 out of 10. The highest sub-scores go to accessibility (10.0) and facilities (10.0). The lowest scores are for green space and education (both 6.0). Max, a resident, writes: "Lovely to live. Everything perfectly accessible." At the same time, he mentions the crowds of tourists at weekends as a downside. Would you like to read all the reviews? View the neighbourhood page for Nes and surroundings for extensive reviews.
Renting in Nes and surroundings compared to surrounding neighbourhoods
Rental prices in Nes and surroundings are at the upper end of what you pay in the city centre. Looking for something more affordable but still central? Then also check the supply for rent in BG-terrein and surroundings, which offers a bit more space and green space. Or explore popular districts just outside the centre, such as the Jordaan or Grachtengordel-West. For a broader overview of available rental properties, you can visit the page with rental properties in Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current property supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Nes and surroundings, Amsterdam?
The average rent in the free sector in Nes and surroundings is €3,362 per month, with an average surface area of 86 m² (approximately €39/m²). The range runs from €947 to €12,000 per month. Social housing is considerably cheaper, but with only 5% housing association ownership, it is hardly available in this neighbourhood.
Are there social housing units in Nes and surroundings?
Only 5% of homes in Nes and surroundings are owned by a housing association. The chance of getting a social housing unit here is therefore small. You can register via WoningNet, but expect waiting lists of several years. The vast majority of rental properties (66%) are in the free sector.
What is it like to live in Nes and surroundings?
Residents rate the neighbourhood an 8.4 out of 10. Accessibility and amenities score a perfect 10. It is a compact, lively neighbourhood in the heart of Amsterdam, with theatres, restaurants and shops within walking distance. Downsides are the crowds of tourists at weekends and the lack of green space.
Is Nes and surroundings suitable for starters and young professionals?
Yes, the neighbourhood is popular among young professionals and expats. The largest age group is 25-45 years and most households are single-person households. However, keep in mind that rents in the free sector are high, averaging €3,362 per month. Renting a home in Nes and surroundings requires a good income.
How is the accessibility of Nes and surroundings?
Accessibility scores a 10 out of 10 from residents. Rokin metro station (North/South line) is within walking distance and there are several tram stops nearby. You can reach Central Station in five minutes by bike. Parking is expensive and permits are limited.
What amenities are there in Nes and surroundings?
The neighbourhood scores a 10 for amenities. Within walking distance you will find supermarkets (Albert Heijn on the Rokin), the shopping streets Kalverstraat and Nieuwendijk, and dozens of restaurants and cafés. Theatres such as Frascati and De Brakke Grond are located on the Nes itself. Primary schools and sports facilities are more limited in the immediate vicinity.
How quickly are rental homes let in Nes and surroundings?
Free sector homes in Nes and surroundings are snapped up quickly. The current average letting time can be found at the top of this page. If you want to rent a home in this neighbourhood, make sure you have your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) ready and respond immediately when something becomes available.
Lovely to live in. Everything perfectly accessible. At weekends, lots of tourists, which sometimes makes it a bit difficult to get around.
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