Rental homes in Slotermeer-West, Amsterdam

What does a rental property cost in Slotermeer-West?

Slotermeer-West is one of the neighbourhoods in Amsterdam where renting is still relatively affordable, especially compared to the rest of the city. The average WOZ value here is €322,000, while the Amsterdam average is €517,000. You can also see this difference in rental prices. In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,787 per month, with a range of €876 to €3,250. This is based on 35 rented properties with an average floor area of 76 m². Keep in mind that these are exclusively free-sector prices: social housing through housing associations is not included.

What makes Slotermeer-West special on the rental market is the enormous share of rental properties: 81% of the housing stock of 4,688 homes is rental, of which as much as 72% is owned by housing associations. Only 9% is rented out by other landlords. This means that the free-sector supply is limited. Anyone wanting to rent an apartment in Slotermeer-West needs to be quick. At the top of this page you will find the current listings with daily prices and rental times.

Slotermeer-West: the neighbourhood where neighbours are still neighbours

On Buurtje.nl, residents give Slotermeer-West a 6.8 out of 10. That is not an exceptional score, but the sub-scores tell a more nuanced story. Safety scores an 8.0 and accessibility a 7.5. Resident Reda sums up the atmosphere succinctly with the words: "One neighbourhood, one community." According to him, everyone knows each other, partly thanks to neighbourhood events that bring people together. That sense of community is something you no longer find in many Amsterdam neighbourhoods.

The neighbourhood is located in Amsterdam Nieuw-West and is typically post-war: wide avenues, porch flats, lots of greenery in between. Sloterpark and Sloterplas are within cycling distance and offer space for walking, sports or just sitting. Amenities score a 7.5: along Burgemeester De Vlugtlaan and around Osdorpplein shopping centre you will find supermarkets, hairdressers, snack bars and small shops. Henk Sneevlietweg metro station and several bus lines provide good connections to the city centre. The sub-neighbourhoods within the area each have their own character. In the Jan de Louterbuurt you will find a bit more space and greenery, while the Lodewijk van Deysselbuurt is more compact and closer to amenities. The Confuciusbuurt has been significantly renovated in recent years.

To be fair: the scores for cleanliness (4.5) and housing (5.5) show that there are also areas for improvement. Some porch flats are dated and the public space can feel messy in places. The municipality of Amsterdam is investing in renewal through the Nieuw-West programme, but that is a process of years. Anyone looking for architectural charm or trendy terraces is not in the right place here. Want to know more about how residents experience the neighbourhood? Then check out all reviews and neighbourhood data for Slotermeer-West.

Renting in Slotermeer-West: for whom and for whom not?

With an average income of €27,704 and a labour participation rate of 54%, Slotermeer-West is a neighbourhood with many households dependent on social housing. The largest group of residents is 25 to 45 years old, and single-person households form the majority (2,610 out of the total). This makes the neighbourhood suitable for starters and singles who want to live in Amsterdam without paying top dollar. Families with children will find space and schools here (education scores a 7.5). For those looking for a rental home with more luxury, or those with a higher income who prefer to buy, the supply of homes for sale in Slotermeer-West is worth a look, although at 19% owner-occupied homes it is limited. If you are looking for more buzz and nightlife, then a neighbourhood like the Jordaan might suit you better.

Searching for a rental property in Slotermeer-West

On Buurtje.nl, we combine the current rental supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know where you are ending up. Use the filters at the top to select rental properties in Slotermeer-West by price, floor area or energy label. Want to search more broadly? Then also check out the supply elsewhere in Amsterdam, or consider the nearby Haarlemmerbuurt and Grachtengordel-West if you are looking for a different type of neighbourhood.