Rental homes in Riekerpolder, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Riekerpolder, Amsterdam

Riekerpolder is a predominantly rental neighbourhood: as many as 99% of the 369 homes are rental properties, and only 1% are owner-occupied. Notably, there are no social housing corporation homes; all rental properties fall under the free sector or are owned by other (private) landlords. Social housing through a housing corporation is therefore not available here.

In the free sector, 65 homes were rented out over the past twelve months at an average rent of €1,632 per month, with an average living area of 78 m². This works out to approximately €21 per m² per month. The range runs from €1,058 to €11,594 per month, indicating that both compact apartments and larger homes are available for rent. Note: these are free sector rental prices, excluding social housing.

The WOZ value in Riekerpolder is €436,000, which is lower than the district average of Sloten/Nieuw-Sloten (€538,000) and also below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. This reflects the character of the neighbourhood: relatively affordable for Amsterdam, but certainly not a cheap option in absolute terms. For current listings and daily rental prices, you can refer to the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Riekerpolder, Amsterdam

Riekerpolder is a compact, largely business-oriented neighbourhood on the southwestern edge of Amsterdam, sandwiched between the A10 ring road and the business park around Henk Sneevlietweg. As the name suggests, the neighbourhood takes its name from the historic Riekerpolder, a former peat meadow area that was largely developed in the twentieth century into an office and business zone. The residential part is therefore limited in size, with only 695 residents, but notably densely populated by young professionals. The dominant age group is 25 to 45 years (540 of the 695 residents), and the labour participation rate is high at 80%. The education level is also high: 72% have completed higher education.

The housing stock consists mainly of modern rental apartments, largely built in the 1990s and early 2000s as part of the expansion of Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The atmosphere is quiet and somewhat business-like: wide streets, few shops within walking distance, but also little nuisance. It is not a bustling city neighbourhood, but rather a place to live pleasantly and relatively quietly with good connections to the rest of the city.

Facilities in Riekerpolder

The neighbourhood itself has limited facilities. For daily groceries, you rely on the surrounding neighbourhoods: an Albert Heijn and other supermarkets can be found within cycling distance in Nieuw-Sloten, at Belgiëplein or along Ookmeerweg. Primary schools in the immediate vicinity are located in Nieuw-Sloten, a few minutes away by bike. Sports facilities are available in the form of the nearby Sportpark Ookmeer, where various football clubs and other sports clubs are active. The Riekerpolderbos and the banks of the Ringvaart offer space for walking and running. More extensive shopping and dining facilities can be found in the nearby Belgiëplein and surrounding area or towards the city centre.

Accessibility

Riekerpolder is easily accessible by car thanks to its direct location on the A10 (exit Henk Sneevlietweg). Amsterdam city centre can be reached in ten to fifteen minutes, Schiphol in about ten minutes. By public transport, tram 2 runs via Henk Sneevlietweg towards the centre, and Henk Sneevliet metro station (lines 50 and 51) is within walking distance. From this metro station, you can reach Amsterdam Central Station in about twenty minutes. By bike, the centre is reachable in about forty minutes via Nieuwe Meer or Amstelveenseweg. Parking in the neighbourhood is relatively easy; in large parts of Riekerpolder, no parking permit is required, which is a practical advantage compared to busier city neighbourhoods.

On the neighbourhood page of Riekerpolder you will find resident reviews and detailed district data. Residents appreciate the peace and good accessibility, but also mention the limited liveliness as a downside. One resident writes: "Ideal if you just want to live quietly with a quick connection to your work, but don't expect cosy neighbourhood cafés or a bustling street life." Compared to neighbourhoods such as Nieuw-Sloten-Noordwest or Belgiëplein and surroundings, Riekerpolder has a more business-like character with fewer direct shopping facilities, but also more peace and parking space.

Is renting in Riekerpolder right for you?

Riekerpolder mainly attracts young professionals and expats who want to live in Amsterdam without the hustle and bustle and high rents of the city centre. With an average rent of €1,632 per month in the free sector, it is not a cheap neighbourhood, but it is more affordable than many central districts. Social housing is not available here through a corporation, so anyone looking for a rental home through the social sector must look to other neighbourhoods or register with the municipality of Amsterdam for the social housing waiting list. For families with young children, the neighbourhood is less ideal due to the limited range of facilities within walking distance. If you are considering buying, you can also look at the supply of owner-occupied homes in Riekerpolder, although that supply is very limited. Respond quickly to listings that appeal to you: the current number of available rental homes and the average time on the market are at the top of this page.

What residents say about living in Riekerpolder

Residents of Riekerpolder generally give the neighbourhood positive scores for peace, accessibility and safety. The green spaces and the lack of liveliness are more often mentioned as points for improvement. One resident describes it as follows: "You actually live here among the offices, but it is surprisingly quiet and safe. Only for a night out or groceries, you do have to get on your bike." View all reviews and the full neighbourhood scores on the residents' page of Riekerpolder. These kinds of experiences from real residents are unique at neighbourhood level.

Comparing rental homes in and around Riekerpolder

Would you like to compare rental homes in Riekerpolder with other neighbourhoods in the area? In the district Sloten/Nieuw-Sloten you will find neighbourhoods with a slightly more residential character and more facilities within walking distance. For example, Nieuw-Sloten-Zuidoost has more family homes and a more complete shopping infrastructure, while Dorp Sloten has a unique, historic village character. For a broader selection, you can also look at rental homes in Amsterdam as a whole, or at popular districts such as the Jordaan or the Haarlemmerbuurt for a more urban living environment. Buurtje.nl combines current housing listings with resident reviews and district data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you.