Rental homes in Reigersbos, Amsterdam

What does a rental property cost in Reigersbos? Affordable by Amsterdam standards

Reigersbos is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 66% of the more than 4,000 homes are rental properties, and as much as 55% of the total housing stock is owned by housing associations. This makes the neighbourhood one of the places in Amsterdam where social housing still plays a major role. In the private sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,936 per month, with a range of €750 to €2,750. The average private-sector apartment is about 86 square metres. That is considerably cheaper than what you pay in many other Amsterdam neighbourhoods. The WOZ value of €333,000 is well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000, which directly explains why renting here is more affordable. Note: this concerns the private sector, so excluding social housing. For the current daily price and the current supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

The average income in Reigersbos, at €29,406, is well below the Amsterdam average of €44,276. That fits the character of the neighbourhood: many residents rely on social housing, and waiting times for that are long throughout Amsterdam. If you are looking in the private sector, Reigersbos is one of the few neighbourhoods in the city where you can still find a spacious apartment for under €2,000 per month.

Reigersbos: a quiet enclave in Zuidoost with surprisingly high resident ratings

Residents of Reigersbos give their neighbourhood a remarkably high score on Buurtje.nl: 9.1 out of 10. That is based on a limited number of reviews, but the appreciation is consistent. Accessibility scores a perfect 10, and that is not an exaggeration. Reigersbos metro station is located in the middle of the neighbourhood and takes you to Amsterdam Central in about twenty minutes via line 53. You are on the A2 or A9 motorway within a few minutes. Resident Michael sums it up succinctly: "I think it's a nice neighbourhood here." Rita calls the neighbourhood "fun and friendly." Both reviews emphasise the tranquillity, and that is correct. Reigersbos does not feel like the city, but rather like a village on its outskirts.

The neighbourhood is built around the Reigersbos shopping centre, where you will find an Albert Heijn, Kruidvat, Etos and various specialist shops. It is not a spectacular shopping area, but for daily groceries you do not need to leave the neighbourhood. The facilities therefore score a 9.5 among residents. Around the neighbourhood you will find plenty of green space: Gaasperpark and Gaasperplas are within walking distance and offer space for walking, cycling or barbecuing in the summer. The sub-score for green space (8.5) could, in my opinion, have been higher, because few Amsterdam neighbourhoods have so much nature on their doorstep.

Reigersbos consists of four sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own character. In Reigersbos 1 you will mainly find low-rise buildings and single-family homes, while the third part of the neighbourhood has more flats and porch-access apartments. Reigersbos 2 and Reigersbos 4 fall somewhere in between in terms of atmosphere. Overall, the neighbourhood is clean and well-maintained, something residents also confirm with a 9.5 for cleanliness. On the Reigersbos neighbourhood page you can read all the reviews and extensive neighbourhood data. To be fair, Reigersbos does not have a vibrant nightlife. There are few restaurants or cafés, and for cultural offerings you travel to the city centre. But if you are looking for peace, space and an affordable rent, you will find exactly that here.

Renting in Reigersbos: suitable for families and commuters, less so for night owls

The largest age group in Reigersbos is 25 to 45 years old, and with 1,200 children under 15, many families live here. The schools in the area score a 9.0 among residents, and there are several primary schools within walking distance. For starters looking for a rental home with an affordable price and good public transport connections, Reigersbos is also interesting, although the supply in the private sector is limited with 53 rented homes per year. Single-person households form the largest group (2,475), so singles also feel at home here. Are you looking for urban buzz, trendy coffee shops or a vibrant nightlife? Then the neighbourhood is less suitable. In that case, consider the Jordaan or the area around Burgwallen. If you prefer to buy, you can view the supply of homes for sale in Reigersbos, where WOZ values are significantly lower than elsewhere in the city.

Searching for rental properties in Reigersbos: current supply and comparison

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current supply of rental properties in Reigersbos, including filters for price, surface area and energy label. You can directly compare the neighbourhood with other parts of Amsterdam. Looking for something in a similar price range but with a different character? Then also check what is available in the Haarlemmerbuurt or view the supply in Grachtengordel-West. For a complete overview of all rental properties in Amsterdam you can also search at the municipal level. More information about living in Zuidoost can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.