Rental homes in Populierenbuurt, Amstelveen

Rental prices and market figures for Populierenbuurt, Amstelveen

Populierenbuurt is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 62% of the approximately 1,975 homes are rented, compared to 38% owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 38% is owned by housing associations (social housing) and 24% is rented out by other landlords in the private sector. This makes the neighbourhood relatively accessible for tenants, although prices in the private sector are steep. Over the past twelve months, the average rental price in the private sector (excluding social housing) was €2,836 per month, with a range of €970 to €4,500. With an average floor area of 119 m², this works out to around €23.80 per m². The average WOZ value in Populierenbuurt is €417,000, which is lower than the district average of Keizer Karelpark (€459,000) and well below the municipal average of Amstelveen (€528,000). This translates into slightly lower rental prices than in more expensive parts of Amstelveen, but it is certainly not cheap here. Check the current listings and daily prices for available rental properties in Populierenbuurt at the top of this page.

Living in Populierenbuurt, Amstelveen

Populierenbuurt is located in the heart of the Keizer Karelpark district, a post-war expansion area from the 1960s and 1970s. The streetscape is characterised by porch flats, gallery flats and terraced houses, interspersed with some greenery and playgrounds. It is not a neighbourhood with a vibrant character or trendy terraces, but an average residential area where people go about their daily lives. The streets are named after tree species (Populierenlaan, Elzenpad) and the layout is typical of that construction period: spacious, with plenty of parking, wide pavements and low-rise buildings. The atmosphere is quiet, sometimes on the boring side, as one resident sums it up.

Shops, schools and facilities in the neighbourhood

For daily groceries, you don't need to leave the neighbourhood. At Kostverlorenplein and in shopping centre Keizer Karelpark you will find, among others, an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo within walking or cycling distance. There are a few small specialist shops and eateries, but for extensive shopping you go to the Stadshart, which is a few minutes' cycle away. One resident notes: "Sometimes everything is a bit far, but the most important shops are nearby." In terms of education, there are primary schools in the immediate vicinity, such as De Pinksterbloem and De Wereldboom. Secondary schools (including Amstelveen College) are within cycling distance. For sports, you can go to sports park Escapade and the nearby swimming pool De Meerkamp. Broersepark and the green strips along the Poel offer space for walking or playing.

Accessibility of Populierenbuurt

Accessibility is reasonable, but not excellent. By bus (lines 199, 174) you can get to Amsterdam Central or Schiphol, but the travel time is quickly 30 to 40 minutes. Metro station Amstelveen Centrum (North/South line, line 51) is about a ten-minute cycle away. By car, via the A9 you are quickly on the Amsterdam ring road. Parking is free on most streets, although it can be a search for a spot near the flats in the evenings. By bike, you are in the Stadshart in five minutes and at Amstelveen station in a quarter of an hour. If you commute daily to Amsterdam-Zuid or the Zuidas, you can expect 25 to 35 minutes by bike or public transport.

What do residents think about renting in Populierenbuurt?

Residents give Populierenbuurt a 6.8 out of 10. That is not a top rating, and this is reflected in the reviews. The highest scores go to housing and beauty (both 7.7), indicating that the homes themselves are considered fine. Green spaces, education and facilities score 7.0. The lowest score is for safety (6.0). One resident writes: "Every day people are threatened with nasty things, but otherwise, good shops." Another calls the neighbourhood downright "boring" and warns about nuisance from groups of young people. These are honest signals that you should weigh up as a tenant. Read all experiences on the neighbourhood page of Populierenbuurt. Compared to nearby neighbourhoods such as Kastanjebuurt and Oude Dorp, Populierenbuurt is slightly cheaper in terms of rent, but also somewhat less popular due to the lower safety score.

Is Populierenbuurt right for you as a tenant?

With 1,000 residents aged between 25 and 45 and 890 single-person households, the neighbourhood is popular among singles and young working people. The average income of €42,000 is below the Amstelveen average, which fits the profile of starters and movers looking for an affordable rental home. For families, there are enough schools and play space, although the perception of safety can be a concern. Seniors (875 residents aged 65+) also form a significant group, partly due to the housing association stock. If you want to rent a home in Populierenbuurt, prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips) in advance, because renting an apartment in the private sector goes quickly here. For social housing, you can register via WoningNet; expect years-long waiting lists. Would you rather buy? Then check the listings for homes for sale in Populierenbuurt.

What residents say about Populierenbuurt

Based on 3 reviews, Populierenbuurt scores a 6.8 out of 10. The strongest points are housing and beauty (7.7), the weakest are safety (6.0) and accessibility (6.3). Resident Aron gives an 8.6 and writes: "Sometimes everything is a bit far, but the most important shops are nearby." Other residents are more critical about nuisance and safety. Want to read all reviews? Check the reviews and neighbourhood data of Populierenbuurt.

Compare rental properties in Populierenbuurt with surrounding neighbourhoods

Unsure if Populierenbuurt is the right place to rent a home? Then compare it with surrounding neighbourhoods. In Van der Leekbuurt you will find a similar housing supply, while Augustinuspark offers a bit more space and greenery. Looking more broadly? Also check the supply in the districts Keizer Karelpark, Elsrijk or all of Amstelveen. On Buurtje.nl, you combine neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources, so you get a fair picture as a tenant. More information about living in Amstelveen can also be found on the website of the municipality of Amstelveen.