Rental homes in Volewijck, Amsterdam
Discover the current supply of rental properties in Volewijck and read what residents say about living in this neighbourhood in Amsterdam-Noord.
Renting in Volewijck: affordable compared to Amsterdam, but supply is scarce
Volewijck is a pronounced rental neighbourhood. As many as 86% of the more than 4,800 homes are rental properties, the vast majority (78%) of which are owned by housing associations. This makes the private sector relatively small. Over the past twelve months, 54 private-sector homes were rented out in Volewijck, with an average rent of €1,857 per month for an average of 85 m². The range runs from €877 to €2,799 per month, depending on the size and condition of the property. By comparison, the average WOZ value in Volewijck is €394,000, well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. This reflects the neighbourhood's more accessible position on the housing market. For current rents and available supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page. Those considering buying can also take a look at homes for sale in Volewijck, although supply there is limited.
Volewijck in motion: a village feel among the flats of Noord
Volewijck is located in Amsterdam-Noord, on the other side of the IJ, and has its own character that is difficult to describe without having experienced it. The neighbourhood scores a 7.1 on Buurtje.nl, based on resident experiences. Resident Vera describes it aptly: there is a mix of rich and poor, the area is still being renovated and the surroundings are very much in development, but already beautiful. She calls it a village among the apartment blocks. That feeling rings true. Volewijck has something of an inner neighbourhood reinventing itself, with renovation projects alongside existing social housing complexes.
Accessibility is highly rated by residents, with a score of 9.0. And rightly so: with the free ferry across the IJ, you are quickly in the centre of Amsterdam, and by car or public transport, the rest of the city is easily reachable. Vera therefore calls it a top location. Amenities score an 8.0, meaning daily shopping and basic facilities are no problem. The neighbourhood is divided into recognisable districts: for example, the Van der Pekbuurt has its own atmosphere with local eateries and a weekly market, while Bloemenbuurt-Noord and Bloemenbuurt-Zuid are quieter and more family-oriented. On the Volewijck neighbourhood page you will find all resident experiences and extensive neighbourhood data.
To be honest, there are also drawbacks. The cleanliness score of 5.0 is the lowest sub-score, and Vera mentions this herself: there is often rubbish on the street and around the bins. The safety score stands at 7.0, which is acceptable but not outstanding. The neighbourhood is clearly still in transition. Those looking for a polished, tidy living environment would be better off looking at neighbourhoods like Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan, although rents there are considerably higher. The municipality of Amsterdam has plans for further development of Noord; more information can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
For whom is renting in Volewijck a good choice, and for whom not?
Volewijck mainly appeals to starters, young families and people with a social rental contract. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, and with 1,535 children under 15, the neighbourhood is certainly child-friendly. Those looking for a rental home in the private sector must reckon with limited supply and an average price of nearly €1,900 per month. The average income in Volewijck (€29,600) is well below the Amsterdam average (€44,276), indicating that the neighbourhood is not financially accessible to everyone in the private sector. For those who find the atmosphere of Noord appealing but are looking for more urbanity, neighbourhoods such as Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde or Grachtengordel-West are worth considering, although prices there are correspondingly higher.
Finding rental homes in Volewijck: how to go about it
At the top of this page you will see the current supply of rental homes in Volewijck, including filters on price, surface area and energy label. Buurtje.nl combines this with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you compare not only a home but also the area. Would you like to broaden your search area? Then also check the overview of rental homes in Amsterdam for a broader picture of what the city has to offer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a rental home in Volewijck?
In the private sector, the average rent in Volewijck over the past twelve months was €1,857 per month, for a home averaging 85 m². The range runs from €877 to €2,799 per month. Social housing falls outside this; those are rented out via housing associations and have different pricing rules.
How long is the waiting time for social housing in Volewijck?
Volewijck consists of 78% housing association homes, but that does not mean they are easy to obtain. In Amsterdam, there are long waiting times for social housing, often up to ten years or more depending on the type of home and location. Current waiting times and registration are handled through Amsterdam housing associations such as Ymere or Rochdale.
How is the accessibility of Volewijck?
Residents give accessibility a score of 9.0, the highest sub-score of the neighbourhood. Volewijck is located in Amsterdam-Noord and is quickly connected to the city centre via the free IJ ferry. The neighbourhood is also easily accessible by car via the ring road. Public transport to the rest of the city runs via bus lines and the ferry.
Is Volewijck a safe neighbourhood to rent a home?
Residents give safety a score of 7.0 out of 10. That is reasonable but not exceptional. The neighbourhood is undergoing significant development and has a mix of residents. Resident Vera notes that there is often litter on the streets and near containers, which affects liveability in some places. The cleanliness score (5.0) is the lowest of all sub-scores.
Is renting an apartment in Volewijck suitable for families?
Yes, Volewijck has a family-friendly character. With 1,535 children under the age of 15, there is a sizeable young population. The Bloemenbuurt-Noord and Bloemenbuurt-Zuid neighbourhoods are quieter in nature and popular with families. Amenities score an 8.0, meaning schools and daily shopping are easily accessible from the neighbourhood.
There is a mix of poor and rich, the neighbourhood is still being renovated and the area is fully under development, but already beautiful, a little village among the apartment blocks. Easily accessible by both car and public transport, I say: a top location. As for hygiene; a lot of rubbish on the street and near the bins, I regularly see rats running around.
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