Rental homes in Osdorp-Midden, Amsterdam
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What does a rental property cost in Osdorp-Midden?
Osdorp-Midden is predominantly a rental neighbourhood. As many as 73% of the more than 6,500 homes are rental properties, and 59% of these are owned by housing associations. This means the private sector is relatively small here. In the past twelve months, 118 homes were rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €2,341 per month. The range varies from €1,000 to nearly €5,000 per month, with an average floor area of 92 m². That is substantial, but still lower than in many more central Amsterdam neighbourhoods. The average WOZ value is €381,000, well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. For the current daily supply and most recent prices, see the overview at the top of this page.
The difference between the social and private sectors is large here. Waiting times for housing association homes in Amsterdam are long, so many tenants end up in the private sector anyway. With an average disposable income of €32,500 in the neighbourhood, a private sector rent above €2,000 is unaffordable for many current residents. This makes the rental market in Osdorp-Midden twofold: affordable for those who already have a social rental home, but steeply priced for newcomers in the private sector.
Osdorp-Midden through the eyes of residents: honest and unpolished
On Buurtje.nl, residents rate Osdorp-Midden a 6.7 out of 10, based on 7 reviews. That is not an outstanding score, and residents are honest about it. Peter sums it up aptly: "Adequate, not bad but not fantastic either. Just normal." Accessibility scores the highest (8.0), and rightly so: Osdorp De Aker metro station and several bus lines provide a quick connection to the city centre. Amenities score a 7.6, with supermarkets like Albert Heijn and Jumbo within walking distance and the Osdorpplein shopping centre as a central hub.
Yet there are clear pain points. The score for beauty is the lowest at 5.4. Resident Nadia writes: "There are so often bombs and explosions. And a lot of litter on the ground. Constant arguments. Many young people on fatbikes, almost run over." That is not a pleasant picture, and it also explains the mediocre safety score of 6.9. The community spirit scores a 5.9, which fits a neighbourhood where 3,495 of the households are single-person and only 30% of residents are married. It is a neighbourhood where you do not necessarily know your neighbours. For more on the experiences of residents in Osdorp-Midden, you will find all reviews and detailed neighbourhood data there.
The atmosphere varies by area. In Reimerswaal you will find relatively quiet residential streets, while around the Osdorpplein in Botteskerkbuurt it is busier and livelier. Anton notes that there are "almost no Dutch shops" and that the retail offering is largely aimed at the Muslim community. This reflects the diverse composition of the neighbourhood: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years (5,035 residents), and the population is multicultural. Green space scores a 6.0, which is modest for a neighbourhood with the Osdorperpark and Sloterplas within cycling distance. The Zuidwestkwadrant-Noord and Zuidwestkwadrant-Zuid areas are closer to that green space and therefore feel slightly more spacious. For information on ongoing neighbourhood renewal projects, visit the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
Renting in Osdorp-Midden: for whom and for whom not?
A rental home in Osdorp-Midden is best suited to starters and singles looking for an affordable alternative to Amsterdam's city centre, and who are willing to trade atmosphere for a lower rent. With 24% highly educated and a labour participation rate of 58%, this is not an expat enclave but an average Amsterdam residential neighbourhood. Families with young children will find plenty of schools here (education score 6.8), but must take into account the aforementioned nuisance from fatbikes and litter on the streets. Are you looking for a vibrant area with nightlife and dining? Then you are better off in the Jordaan or Grachtengordel. If you prefer buying over renting, you can view the supply of homes for sale in Osdorp-Midden, where the WOZ value is much more favourable than the Amsterdam average.
Searching for a rental home in Osdorp-Midden
Via Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Osdorp-Midden, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. You can directly compare homes with the resident scores and neighbourhood statistics on this page. Want to broaden your search? Also check what is available in the Haarlemmerbuurt or the supply in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde. Or view the complete overview of all neighbourhoods in Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental home in Osdorp-Midden?
In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €2,341 per month, with an average area of 92 m². Prices range from €1,000 to nearly €5,000 per month. This excludes social housing from housing associations.
Is Osdorp-Midden a safe neighbourhood to look for a rental home?
Residents rate safety at 6.9 out of 10. Some residents report nuisance from fatbikes and occasional explosions. It varies by area: the quieter parts around Reimerswaal generally score better than the immediate vicinity of Osdorpplein.
How is the accessibility if you rent a home in Osdorp-Midden?
Accessibility scores an 8.0 from residents. Metro line 50 stops at station Osdorp De Aker and there are several bus connections. Amsterdam city centre can be reached within 25 minutes by public transport. The A4 and A10 are quickly accessible by car.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Osdorp-Midden?
Approximately 59% of homes in Osdorp-Midden are owned by housing corporations. The waiting time for social housing in Amsterdam can be up to more than 13 years. Those who want to rent an apartment in Osdorp-Midden more quickly must rely on the free sector.
Are there sufficient amenities and schools in Osdorp-Midden?
Residents rate amenities at 7.6 and education at 6.8. There are several primary schools and supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo within walking distance. Osdorpplein shopping centre offers a wide range of daily groceries and services.
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Auto-translated to English by AIGood neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIHardly any Dutch shops... mostly Muslim. On Tussenmeer 85 there is a squatter's pro-Palestine building... while everything is being done in the neighbourhood to make it nice. The building is full of Palestine flags and hate texts. We want more Dutch shops... For the rest... nice area for walking and cycling. The city is accessible from all sides and everything is well reachable. All shops are present.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's quite quiet but sometimes things do happen
Auto-translated to English by AIAdequate/average (not bad, but not fantastic either. Just normal), it's not the best, but no neighbourhood is; things can always change/improve. Plenty of educational opportunities, supermarkets like Albert Heijn and Jumbo, a bit further (15 minutes walk) there's also the centre with all sorts of other amenities such as shops, supermarkets, ice cream shops, restaurants, etc. Many playgrounds, so really family-friendly. However, I must admit that there is little parking space, possibly due to these amenities. Hygiene could also be better; there is often some rubbish on the ground that doesn't belong there, like cans etc. Housing: there are many homes and houses in the neighbourhood, also with private and shared garages, so really great.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are so often bombs and explosions. And a lot of rubbish thrown on the ground. Constant arguments. Many young people with fitbikes. Almost got run over.
Auto-translated to English by AIVaried. I can't describe it with one word because in some areas it differs greatly from another. One aspect is simply a bit less good, for example there is very little parking space. Other areas are really great, everything is nearby, much is within walking distance, think schools, supermarkets, city centre, restaurants etc. That there is little greenery is not surprising when you live in a neighbourhood. Hygiene could also be better in my opinion, there are many things always on the street while there is a bin just 1 metre away.
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