Rental homes in Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest, Amsterdam

Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest is a typical rental neighbourhood: 77% of the 2,281 homes are rental properties. That is significantly higher than the Amsterdam average. Of those rental homes, as many as 59% are owned by a housing association, meaning the majority are social housing. The remaining 18% are rented out by private landlords or investors in the free sector.

In the free sector (i.e. excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €2,663 per month, with a range of €2,020 to €3,950. With an average floor area of 72 m², that works out to about €37 per m². That is steep, but fitting for a location right next to the city centre. The WOZ value here is €502,000, slightly below the average for the Oosterparkbuurt district (€529,000) and also below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average income of €40,700 is lower than the district (€42,200) and municipal average (€44,276). Want to see the current rental prices and available rental homes in Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest? Then check the overview at the top of this page, which is updated daily.

Living in Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest, Amsterdam

This part of Oosterparkbuurt is nestled between the Oosterpark to the south and the Eerste Oosterparkstraat to the north. Think of streets like Tweede Boerhaavestraat, Commelinstraat and Vrolikstraat. The buildings are mostly pre-war apartment blocks with three to four storeys, many featuring the characteristic Amsterdam bay windows and narrow stairwells. You live here in an urban setting but surprisingly quiet, especially in the side streets. Resident Tamara describes it aptly: "A stone's throw from the Oosterpark, you'll find the Tweede Boerhaavestraat. The street is remarkably quiet, yet at the same time we are surrounded by various theatres, eateries, shops and other centres."

The atmosphere is multicultural and down-to-earth. Not a polished canal belt, but a neighbourhood where you buy bread at the Turkish bakery on Javastraat and eat in one of the restaurants on Beukenplein in the evening. The proximity of the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (HvA) on Wibautstraat creates a young, lively dynamic during the day, but in the evening the residential streets are quiet.

Facilities in the neighbourhood

For daily groceries, you go to the Albert Heijn on Eerste Oosterparkstraat or the Lidl on Wibautstraat. At the Dappermarkt, a few minutes' bike ride away, you'll find one of Amsterdam's most famous and cheapest markets. For schools, this area scores highly: residents give education an 8.7. Basisschool De Kleine Kapitein and Montessorischool Oost are in the immediate vicinity. The Oosterpark itself is your back garden, with playgrounds, a petting zoo, the Tropenmuseum and space for running. Vondelgym gym and Flevoparkbad swimming pool are within cycling distance.

Accessibility

Accessibility is one of this neighbourhood's strongest points, with an 8.0 from residents. Tram lines 1, 3 and 7 stop on Wibautstraat and Linnaeusstraat. Wibautstraat metro station (lines 51, 53, 54) takes you to Amsterdam Central in five minutes. By bike, you can reach Dam Square in ten minutes. The A10 motorway is accessible via Wibautstraat in about ten minutes by car. Parking here is permit-only and spaces are scarce, so if you have a car, prepare for waiting lists at the Municipality of Amsterdam.

Residents give the neighbourhood an overall score of 7.5. What stands out: facilities (8.3) and accessibility (8.0) score highly, while housing (6.3) and cleanliness (6.3) receive the lowest scores. Long-term resident Mootje sums it up: "Nice neighbourhood where the icing on the cake still needs to be added." The streets are not equally clean everywhere and some porches are in need of maintenance, but the location and level of facilities compensate for a lot. Jesse notes that contact with neighbours is limited, which fits the picture of a neighbourhood with many single-person households (1,550 out of approximately 2,100 households). Check all reviews and neighbourhood data for Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest for a complete picture.

Compared to the adjacent neighbourhoods, Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest has a slightly lower WOZ value and a somewhat rougher character than, for example, the neighbourhood around the Oosterpark itself, which is greener and quieter. Oosterparkbuurt-Zuidwest is closer to the Amstel and attracts a different crowd. For a broader comparison, you can also look at the rental housing supply in the entire Oosterparkbuurt.

Who is a rental home in Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest interesting for?

With 1,760 residents aged 25 to 45 and a predominance of single-person households, this is par excellence a neighbourhood for young professionals and starters. The proximity of the HvA also makes it attractive for students, although the free sector prices are usually out of reach for them. Families with young children find good schools and the Oosterpark here, but the homes, averaging 72 m², are on the small side. Seniors (495 residents aged 65+) often live here long-term and benefit from the social housing.

Practical tip: renting an apartment in Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest requires speed. Prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) and respond on the same day. For social housing, register via WoningNet; expect years-long waiting times. Prefer to buy? Then also check the homes for sale in Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest.

What residents say about renting in Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest

Based on 3 resident reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.5 out of 10. The highest sub-scores go to education (8.7) and facilities (8.3). The lowest scores are for housing and cleanliness (both 6.3). Tamara calls her street a "gem" and appreciates the combination of tranquillity and urban amenities. Jesse confirms the cosy, multicultural atmosphere but misses more neighbourly contact. Read all reviews on the neighbourhood page for Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest.

Compare rental homes around Oosterparkbuurt-Noordwest

Unsure between multiple neighbourhoods? Oosterparkbuurt-Zuidoost is similar in price range but lies closer to the Dappermarkt. Looking a bit further from Oost? Popular alternatives are the Jordaan (more expensive, more tourism) or the Haarlemmerbuurt (more compact, lively). A complete overview of all rental homes in Amsterdam can also be found on Buurtje.nl, where you can compare neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources to find the neighbourhood that truly suits you.