Rental homes in Zeeheldenbuurt, Amsterdam
Check the current supply of rental properties in the Zeeheldenbuurt and discover if this Amsterdam neighbourhood suits you.
Rental prices and market figures for Zeeheldenbuurt, Amsterdam
Zeeheldenbuurt is a pronounced rental neighbourhood: 73% of the more than 1,027 homes are rental properties, compared to 27% owner-occupied. Within that rental stock, as much as 56% is owned by housing corporations (social housing), while 17% is in the hands of other landlords. This makes the chance of an affordable rental home through a housing corporation relatively high, although waiting lists in Amsterdam are long. In the free sector, the average rental price over the past twelve months was €2,238 per month, with a range of €345 to €2,750 (excluding social housing). With an average floor area of 96 m², this amounts to approximately €23 per m². The WOZ value in Zeeheldenbuurt is €496,000, slightly higher than the district average of €471,000 in the broader Spaarndammerbuurt/Zeeheldenbuurt, but lower than the Amsterdam average of €517,000. Rental prices in the free sector here are at a similar level to the rest of Amsterdam-West, although in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Spaarndammerbuurt-Midden you can sometimes find slightly lower prices. At the top of this page, view the current supply and daily prices for available rental homes in Zeeheldenbuurt.
Living in Zeeheldenbuurt, Amsterdam
Zeeheldenbuurt is nestled between the Westerkanaal, the Haarlemmervaart and the railway line, in the western part of Amsterdam. The neighbourhood owes its name to streets such as De Ruijterweg, Admiraal de Ruijterweg and Mercatorplein, which lies just outside its boundary. It predominantly consists of pre-war building blocks from the 1920s and 1930s, with characteristic Amsterdam School architecture: wide porches, decorative brickwork and closed building blocks around green inner gardens. In between are a few post-war flats and recent new-build projects along the water. The homes are compact but often have high ceilings, and many apartments overlook the water or the inner garden.
Facilities within walking distance
Daily shopping can be done at Albert Heijn and Lidl on Admiraal de Ruijterweg, a few minutes' walk away. Along the same road you will find a mix of small specialist shops, hairdressers, a pharmacy and eateries ranging from Surinamese sandwiches to Italian pizza. For primary education, there are, among others, Pieter Jelles Troelstraschool and Spaarndam School, both within the neighbourhood. Sports facilities are available via Sportpark Spaarndammerdijk and the nearby Marnix swimming pool. Westerpark, one of Amsterdam's larger city parks, is within cycling distance and offers space for running, picnicking and cultural events at the Westergasfabriek.
Accessibility from Zeeheldenbuurt
Public transport is good. Tram stops on Admiraal de Ruijterweg (lines 7 and 13) take you to Amsterdam Central Station in about fifteen minutes. Bus lines towards North and West also stop in the neighbourhood. Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station is reachable by bike in ten minutes and offers intercity connections to Haarlem, Zaandam and Schiphol. By car, you can quickly reach the A10 ring road via the S102. Parking is by permit, and free spaces are scarce, especially in the evening. By bike, you can be at Damrak in a quarter of an hour. The location makes it a convenient base for those who work in the city but do not want to be in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the canal belt.
Resident Naraindath gives the neighbourhood a 10 and writes: "Great fun, we live together as a family, helping each other, keeping the stairwell clean, removing weeds, also looking after each other's belongings." That mutual involvement is characteristic of parts of Zeeheldenbuurt, where neighbours know each other and maintain the porch together. Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Zeeheldenbuurt with all reviews and neighbourhood data. Compared to the neighbouring Spaarndammerbuurt-Noordwest, Zeeheldenbuurt is slightly more compact and urban, while Spaarndammerbuurt-Zuidwest is closer to Westerpark and therefore has a greener character.
Does Zeeheldenbuurt suit you as a tenant?
With 700 residents between the ages of 25 and 45 and 635 single-person households, Zeeheldenbuurt is popular among starters and young professionals who want to rent an apartment in Amsterdam-West. Families (265 children under 15) are also present, partly due to the proximity of schools and the housing corporation stock. Renting a home in Zeeheldenbuurt requires speed: homes in the free sector go off the market quickly. Make sure you have your income statement, employer's declaration and copy of ID ready. For social housing, register via the website of the municipality of Amsterdam and WoningNet, but expect years of waiting times. Is buying an option? Then also check the supply of homes for sale in Zeeheldenbuurt. Be honest with yourself: with an average income of €37,600 in the neighbourhood and free sector prices around €2,238 per month, a rental home here is only feasible for many singles with an above-average salary.
What residents say about Zeeheldenbuurt
Zeeheldenbuurt currently scores a 10.0 out of 10 based on 1 review. All sub-scores, from safety and accessibility to greenery and facilities, are at 10. That is of course based on a limited number of reviews, so take it as a first impression. Naraindath sums it up as "Clean and tidy" and emphasises the sense of community among neighbours. Do you live here or have you lived here? Share your experience on the review page of Zeeheldenbuurt, so that future tenants get a more complete picture.
Compare rental homes in Zeeheldenbuurt with surrounding neighbourhoods
Want to know if Zeeheldenbuurt is the right place, or whether an adjacent neighbourhood suits you better? In Spaarndammerbuurt-Midden you will find a similar streetscape but sometimes slightly lower rental prices. If you are looking for more buzz and nightlife, check the rental supply in Haarlemmerbuurt or Jordaan, although you will generally pay more there. For a broader overview of all homes for rent in this part of the city, view the supply in the entire district or compare with rental homes in Amsterdam. Buurtje.nl combines current supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in the Zeeheldenbuurt, Amsterdam?
The average rent in the free sector is €2,238 per month, with a range from €345 to €2,750. With an average surface area of 96 m², that is approximately €23 per m². Social housing through housing associations is considerably cheaper, but has long waiting lists.
Are there social housing units in the Zeeheldenbuurt?
Yes, 56% of the housing stock is owned by housing associations. That is relatively high for Amsterdam. You can register via WoningNet, but the average waiting time in Amsterdam can exceed ten years. Free sector homes are available more quickly but are significantly more expensive.
What is it like to live in the Zeeheldenbuurt?
Residents appreciate the sense of community and the cleanliness of the neighbourhood. The only review so far gives a 10 out of 10 and describes a close-knit community that maintains the stairwell and surroundings together. It is a compact, urban neighbourhood with pre-war architecture and good amenities within walking distance.
Is the Zeeheldenbuurt suitable for starters and young professionals?
The neighbourhood has 700 residents between 25 and 45 years old and 635 single-person households, indicating that many starters and young professionals live here. Accessibility by tram and bicycle is good, and the Admiraal de Ruijterweg offers daily amenities. Keep in mind that free sector rent is around €2,238 per month.
How is the accessibility of the Zeeheldenbuurt?
Trams 7 and 13 stop on the Admiraal de Ruijterweg and take you to Central Station in about fifteen minutes. Sloterdijk Station can be reached by bicycle in ten minutes. Via the S102 you are quickly on the A10. Parking is by permit and free spaces are scarce.
What amenities are there in the Zeeheldenbuurt?
On the Admiraal de Ruijterweg you will find an Albert Heijn, Lidl, various specialist shops and eateries. There are primary schools in the immediate vicinity, such as the Pieter Jelles Troelstraschool. Sportpark Spaarndammerdijk and swimming pool Het Marnix are a short distance away, and Westerpark is accessible by bicycle.
How quickly are rental homes rented out in the Zeeheldenbuurt?
In the Zeeheldenbuurt, approximately 40 homes have been rented out in the free sector over the past twelve months. Supply is limited and goes quickly. Make sure you have documents such as proof of income and employer's statement ready when you see a home for rent.
Super nice, we live together as a family, help each other keep the stairwell clean, weed, renovate, also keep an eye on each other's things, etc.
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