Rental homes in Slotervaart-Noord, Amsterdam
View the current rental property supply in Slotervaart-Noord, Amsterdam. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and discover if this neighbourhood suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Slotervaart-Noord?
Slotervaart-Noord is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 66% of the more than 3,300 homes are rental properties, of which 42% are owned by housing associations. The remaining 25% falls under private landlords and the free sector. In the free sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past year was €2,184 per month, with a range of €948 to €3,250. The average rental home in the free sector measures around 96 m², which is reasonably spacious by Amsterdam standards. The WOZ value in Slotervaart-Noord is €458,000, below the Amsterdam average of €517,000, which translates into slightly lower rents than in the city centre. Yet renting an apartment in Slotervaart-Noord is not a bargain. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily prices and the current supply. The average disposable income of €35,200 is well below the municipal average of €44,276, indicating that many residents rely on social housing or housing benefit.
Slotervaart-Noord honestly reviewed: messy, but with potential
Residents of Slotervaart-Noord rate their neighbourhood a 5.7 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, based on four reviews. That is not a score to be proud of, and the reviews explain why. One resident near Lelylaan station writes: "It is messy, dirty, the paving stones are lifting due to tree roots." Another resident, who has lived there since 2022, mentions problems with bulky waste, rats and poorly maintained front gardens. Strikingly, the sub-score for cleanliness is only 3.2 out of 10. That is by far the weakest point of the neighbourhood. Walking through the streets here, you can see it: uneven paving stones, overflowing waste containers and neglected green strips.
Yet the neighbourhood also has aspects that residents appreciate. Accessibility scores a 5.5, but in practice, with Lelylaan station (train, metro, tram and bus), you can be at Amsterdam Central within ten minutes. Sloterpark and Sloterplas are within walking distance and provide a green score of 6.5. There is a small shopping area around Lelylaan for daily groceries, although for more choice you need to go to Osdorpplein or Nieuw-West. Education scores a relatively good 6.5, which makes sense given the presence of several primary schools in the area. Read more about the experiences of residents in Slotervaart-Noord on the comprehensive neighbourhood page, where all reviews and scores are compiled.
Social cohesion is a point of concern. One resident writes: "Due to the decline of this neighbourhood, you see that people live on islands. Little genuine involvement." The community score of 6.0 confirms that picture: according to residents, there are "genuinely friendly people", but the mutual connection is weak. The neighbourhood has a mix of single-person households (1,675, the largest group) and families. The sub-areas within Slotervaart-Noord differ: in Oostoever Sloterplas you benefit more from the water and greenery, while the Jacob Geelbuurt is closer to the Lelylaan transport hub. The Emanuel van Meterenbuurt is also worth exploring if you are specifically looking in this part of Nieuw-West.
Renting in Slotervaart-Noord: for whom and for whom not?
With a labour participation rate of 60% and a relatively low average income, Slotervaart-Noord is mainly interesting for tenants who depend on social housing or have a limited budget. Starters and single people form a large group: almost half of households are single-person. The proximity of Lelylaan station makes the neighbourhood suitable if you need to travel to the city centre or Schiphol daily. If you are looking for a well-maintained, quiet living environment, then Slotervaart-Noord is currently not the best choice. The mess, the overdue maintenance and the limited social cohesion are repeatedly mentioned by residents. If you prefer to buy, you can view the supply of homes for sale in Slotervaart-Noord. With a WOZ value below the Amsterdam average, entry prices here are lower than in more popular neighbourhoods.
Searching for rental properties in Slotervaart-Noord and surrounding area
On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply for Slotervaart-Noord, including filters on price, surface area and energy label. In addition to the neighbourhood data and resident reviews, you can directly compare the supply with other parts of Amsterdam. Are you looking in a different price range or atmosphere? Then also check the supply in the Haarlemmerbuurt, or consider renting a home in the Jordaan. For a complete overview of rental properties in Amsterdam you can consult the municipal page. More information about municipal regulations and parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Slotervaart-Noord?
In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €2,184 per month, excluding social housing. The range runs from €948 to €3,250 per month, with an average floor area of 96 m². Social housing through housing associations is cheaper but has long waiting times.
How safe is it to rent a house in Slotervaart-Noord?
Residents rate safety at 6.0 out of 10. Some residents report nuisance from neighbours and a lack of social control. The neighbourhood scores low on beauty (3.2), and residents mention litter and bulky waste as recurring issues, which affects the sense of safety.
How good is the public transport accessibility of Slotervaart-Noord?
Station Lelylaan offers train, metro, tram and bus services. From there, you can reach Amsterdam Central within ten minutes and Schiphol in about twenty minutes. Residents cite public transport as one of the neighbourhood's strongest points, despite a modest accessibility score of 5.5.
Are there many social housing properties available in Slotervaart-Noord?
Approximately 42% of the housing stock is owned by housing associations, which is relatively high for Amsterdam. However, the waiting time for a social housing property in Amsterdam can exceed ten years. A rental property in the free sector is available more quickly but is significantly more expensive.
Are there good schools nearby if I rent a home in Slotervaart-Noord?
Education scores a 6.5 among residents. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, and the largest age group is 25 to 45 years, indicating relatively many young families. For secondary schools, you would need to look to the broader Nieuw-West region or central Amsterdam.
I live near the Lelylaan. There is a small shopping area. Public transport is good: trams, buses, metro, train, excellent. It is messy, dirty, the paving stones are pushed up by the tree roots. It is run-down, there is greenery but according to the tree expert the trees are diseased. Sloterplas is within walking distance. There are a few schools in the neighbourhood. There are a few amenities.
Auto-translated to English by AII moved here in 2022 but I don't think it's a proper neighbourhood because of bulky waste disposal with rats, front gardens that are not well maintained, paving stones that are uneven and not neatly aligned; I fell earlier this year. No, not a nice neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is easily accessible by public transport, car and bike; the nearest shopping area is Sierplein.
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Auto-translated to English by AIPartly due to nuisance from next-door neighbours (which borders on harassing behaviour), I feel powerless against negative behaviour and intimidation from others. There are genuinely friendly people, but due to the decline of this neighbourhood, you see/sense that people live on islands. Little genuine involvement or social behaviour from others, little empathy or taking responsibility for one's own behaviour, aggression/aggressive behaviour, and that makes the living environment (also indoors) offer little to no safety. I write from daily experience and it is sickening. The housing shortage and rules offer no other escape options. Very sad.
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