Rental homes in Olympisch Stadion en omgeving, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Olympisch Stadion and surroundings, Amsterdam

The neighbourhood around the Olympic Stadium is almost entirely a rental neighbourhood: 91% of the 1,200 homes are rental properties, only 9% are owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 26% is owned by housing associations (social housing), while as much as 65% is rented out by other landlords, such as private investors and institutional parties. This makes the free rental sector dominant here.

The average rental price in the free sector is €2,769 per month (excluding social housing), with a range of €900 to €4,831 per month. With an average area of 109 m², this works out to around €25.40 per square metre. That is substantial: the average WOZ value in Olympisch Stadion and surroundings is €729,000, well above the average for the Stadionbuurt (€568,000) and the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average income of €73,900 is also far above that of Amsterdam as a whole (€44,276). Rental prices in Olympisch Stadion and surroundings are therefore at the upper end of what you pay in Zuid. Always check the current daily prices and available supply at the top of this page, as the market moves quickly.

Living in Olympisch Stadion and surroundings, Amsterdam

The area directly around the Olympic Stadium has a very distinctive character. You live here literally next to a national monument from 1928, designed by Jan Wils. The neighbourhood feels greener and more spacious than many other parts of Amsterdam-Zuid. Along the Stadionplein and Olympiaweg, there are stately residential blocks from the interwar period, partly in Amsterdam School style, interspersed with newer apartments from the 1990s and recent new builds. Many homes are spacious, with balconies overlooking wide avenues or the Olympic Stadium itself. It is not a bustling nightlife district, but rather a quiet, well-maintained residential area where you experience little nuisance in the evenings.

Facilities near the Olympic Stadium

For daily groceries, you go to the Albert Heijn on Olympiaplein or the Jumbo further towards Beethovenstraat. On Olympiaplein, you will also find a bakery, a dry cleaner, and a few eateries. For more extensive shopping, you cycle to Beethovenstraat or Gelderlandplein in five minutes. Families with children are well catered for: primary school De Olympia is around the corner, and there are several daycare centres in the immediate vicinity. For sports, there are plenty of options. The Olympic Stadium itself is still used for events and athletics, and near the IJsbaanpad you will find Zuiderpark, the ice rink, and various sports clubs. The Amsterdamse Bos is a fifteen-minute bike ride away.

Accessibility from Olympisch Stadion and surroundings

Metro station Europaplein (line 52, North/South line) is within walking distance and takes you to Amsterdam Central in ten minutes. Tram line 24 stops at Stadionplein and runs towards De Pijp and the city centre. By car, you can quickly reach the ring road via the A10 (exit S108/S109). You can drive to Schiphol in fifteen minutes. Cycling to the city centre takes about fifteen to twenty minutes via the Amstelveenseweg. Parking is permit-based; a resident permit is required and the waiting list can be long. This is a frequently mentioned downside among residents.

Residents of Olympisch Stadion and surroundings particularly appreciate the peace, space, and good accessibility. "It doesn't feel like the city, but you're there in ten minutes," writes a resident on the neighbourhood page of Olympisch Stadion and surroundings. Criticisms include the high rental prices and the limited dining options in the immediate area. Compared to the Marathonbuurt-Oost, it is quieter and greener here, but also more expensive. The Bertelmanpleinbuurt offers a similar atmosphere, but with slightly more shops within walking distance.

Who is a rental home near the Olympic Stadium interesting for?

With an average income of nearly €74,000 and 62% highly educated, this neighbourhood mainly attracts working professionals, dual-income couples, and expats. The spacious apartments and proximity to international schools also make it suitable for families with a higher budget. For starters and students, renting a home here is difficult to afford unless you qualify for social housing through a housing association property (26% of the stock). Register for this via WoningNet, but expect years-long waiting lists. Those who prefer to buy can view the supply of owner-occupied homes in Olympisch Stadion and surroundings, although the owner-occupied sector is small here (9%). Be honest with yourself: renting an apartment in Olympisch Stadion and surroundings requires a substantial budget. Respond quickly to available rental homes, as the rental period is short.

What residents say about Olympisch Stadion and surroundings

On the reviews and neighbourhood data of Olympisch Stadion and surroundings, residents share their experiences. The neighbourhood generally scores well on safety and green spaces, but lower on the range of shops and dining options. "Quiet living with the city around the corner, but for a terrace you have to get on your bike," sums up a resident. View all reviews and sub-scores on the neighbourhood page.

Renting in Olympisch Stadion and surroundings compared to neighbouring areas

Do you want to live in Olympisch Stadion and surroundings but are also looking for alternatives? The Van Tuyllbuurt lies directly to the south and offers similar peace, sometimes at slightly lower rental prices. In the Marathonbuurt-West, you will find more pre-war architecture and a livelier streetscape. Also look at the supply in the entire Stadionbuurt or compare with popular districts such as the Jordaan or Grachtengordel-West. On Buurtje.nl, you combine neighbourhood scores, resident reviews, and current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources, so you can not only compare renting a home in Olympisch Stadion and surroundings, but also really know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Also view the overview of all rental homes in Amsterdam. More information about the district and municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.