Rental homes in Rijnbuurt-Midden, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Rijnbuurt-Midden, Amsterdam

Rijnbuurt-Midden is a pronounced rental neighbourhood: 79% of the 1,252 homes are rental properties, compared to 21% owner-occupied. Notably, only 13% are owned by housing associations, while as much as 66% are rented out by other landlords (private and institutional). This means the vast majority of supply falls in the free sector, and you can see that in the prices.

The average rent in the free sector (excluding social housing) over the past twelve months was €2,643 per month, with a range of €880 to €4,900. With an average floor area of 62 m², that works out to about €42.60 per m². That is steep, even by Amsterdam standards. The WOZ value in Rijnbuurt-Midden is €540,000, higher than the average for the Rijnbuurt as a whole (€512,000) and also above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The average income of €48,000 is also higher than that of Amsterdam (€44,276), which fits a neighbourhood where many highly educated professionals live. Always check the current daily prices at the top of this page, as supply and prices shift continuously.

Living in Rijnbuurt-Midden

Rijnbuurt-Midden roughly covers the middle part of the Rijnbuurt in Amsterdam-Zuid, sandwiched between the Amsteldijk and the Amstelkanaal on the east side and the Rijnstraat as the central axis. The neighbourhood features recognisable Amsterdam School architecture from the 1920s and 1930s, with many closed building blocks of three to four storeys around green inner courtyards. You will find predominantly apartments with characteristic stairwells, high ceilings and sometimes original stained-glass windows. In between are some post-war interventions and more recently renovated complexes, but the streetscape is predominantly pre-war and cohesive.

The atmosphere is urban but not hectic. The Rijnstraat serves as the neighbourhood's shopping street, with a mix of small speciality shops, an Albert Heijn, a Dirk van den Broek within walking distance towards Amstelstation, and various eateries ranging from Surinamese toko's to trendy coffee shops. The Maasstraat section, just to the south, is attracting more and more hospitality businesses. For daily groceries, you never have to walk far.

Facilities in the neighbourhood

In terms of schools, there are primary schools such as the Catharinaschool and the Tweede Openluchtschool in the immediate vicinity. The Berlage Lyceum for secondary education is within cycling distance. Sports facilities can be found at the nearby Zuiderbad (swimming pool) and Amstelpark sports park. Beatrixpark and Martin Luther Kingpark are a few minutes' cycle away and offer space for running and relaxation. GPs, dentists and a pharmacy are available along the Rijnstraat and surrounding streets. If you are looking for more shops or a cinema, you can be at Amstelplein or Gelderlandplein within ten minutes.

Accessibility from Rijnbuurt-Midden

Amstelstation (train, metro, bus) is less than ten minutes' cycle away on the east side of the neighbourhood. Metro lines 51 and 54 take you to Amsterdam Centraal in a quarter of an hour. Tram line 4 runs along the Rijnstraat towards the centre and Station RAI. The A10 South is reachable by car within five minutes via the Europaboulevard, which is convenient for commuters heading to Schiphol (15 minutes) or Utrecht (30 minutes). Cycling to Dam Square takes a quarter of an hour via the Amstel. Parking is difficult: the entire neighbourhood falls under paid parking with a permit requirement, and free spots are scarce. That is a common complaint from residents.

What residents appreciate (and what they don't)

Residents often mention the nice balance between tranquillity and city life. "The neighbourhood has a village feel despite being in the middle of the city. Everything is within walking distance, the Amstel is around the corner and it is relatively quiet," writes a resident on the neighbourhood page of Rijnbuurt-Midden. Criticism focuses mainly on the high rents, parking pressure and the fact that some homes have dated kitchens and bathrooms despite the high rent. The labour participation rate of 72% and the high education level (73% highly educated) reflect the neighbourhood's profile: many working professionals and dual-income couples.

Compared to the adjacent neighbourhoods, Rijnbuurt-Midden has a slightly more residential character than Rijnbuurt-Oost, which is closer to Amstelstation and the A10 ring road. Rijnbuurt-West borders Beatrixpark and therefore feels a bit greener. The Kromme Mijdrechtbuurt to the south is similar in terms of housing type but often slightly more affordable.

Who is a rental home in Rijnbuurt-Midden interesting for?

With 1,065 residents aged between 25 and 45 and 705 single-person households, this is primarily a neighbourhood for young professionals and couples without children. If you want to rent an apartment in Rijnbuurt-Midden, you need to act fast: the rental time is shown at the top of the page, and in practice, sought-after homes are gone within days. Make sure you have your income proof, employer's statement and ID copy ready. For social housing, supply is very limited (13% housing association ownership), and waiting lists via WoningNet in Amsterdam run to more than ten years. If you prefer to buy, you can view homes for sale in Rijnbuurt-Midden as an alternative. Be honest with yourself: with an average rent of €2,643 per month, you need a gross income of at least €7,900 to meet the common requirement of three times the rent.

What residents say about Rijnbuurt-Midden

On the resident reviews of Rijnbuurt-Midden, residents rate the neighbourhood on categories such as safety, facilities, accessibility and atmosphere. Accessibility and the level of facilities are consistently rated highly. Parking and the price-quality ratio of rental homes score lower. "Great location, but you pay top dollar for it. The home itself was quite dated for that rent," says a recent review. View all ratings and scores on the neighbourhood page for a complete picture.

Renting in Rijnbuurt-Midden compared to surrounding neighbourhoods

Unsure between Rijnbuurt-Midden and a neighbouring neighbourhood? In Rijnbuurt-West you will find similar homes but with more greenery due to the proximity of Beatrixpark. Zorgvlied is more exclusive and smaller. If you look more broadly, the Jordaan and Grachtengordel-West are popular but generally even more expensive per square metre. Also check the overview of available rental homes in the entire Rijnbuurt or compare with the supply for rent in all of Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a rental home but also know whether the neighbourhood really suits you. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.