Renting in De Pijp, Amsterdam
De Pijp is Amsterdam's most vibrant, international neighbourhood — home to the Albert Cuyp market and a huge choice of bars and restaurants. Here is what renting here involves.
De Pijp is one of Amsterdam’s most energetic and international neighbourhoods, just south of the canal ring. Once a working-class district, it is now a magnet for young professionals, creatives and expats drawn to its street life, food scene and central location.
What it’s like to live here
At its heart is the Albert Cuypmarkt, the largest daily street market in the Netherlands, surrounded by an ever-changing mix of cafés, delis, restaurants and independent shops. The leafy Sarphatipark offers a green break, and the museums of the Museumplein are a short walk or cycle away.
Who it suits
De Pijp is ideal for singles, couples and young professionals who want a lively, walkable neighbourhood with an international feel. Families also live here, particularly on the quieter streets and towards the Rivierenbuurt to the south.
The rental market
Demand is strong and apartments turn over quickly. Free-sector rents sit above the city average, though De Pijp can offer slightly better value than the historic canal ring. You will find everything from compact studios to renovated two- and three-bedroom apartments, often let furnished or semi-furnished.
Getting around
De Pijp is superbly connected: multiple tram lines, the North–South metro line at De Pijp station, and easy cycling to the centre (about 10 minutes). Amsterdam-Zuid station — with direct trains to Schiphol in around 6 minutes — is a short ride away.
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FAQs — renting in De Pijp
Is De Pijp a good area for expats?
Very much so. De Pijp is diverse, central and full of cafés, restaurants and the Albert Cuyp market. It is popular with young professionals and internationals who want a lively, walkable base close to the centre.
What are rents like in De Pijp?
Free-sector rents are above the Amsterdam average, though often slightly more attainable than the Jordaan or the canal ring. Apartments range from compact studios to renovated family homes, and turnover is high.
Is De Pijp noisy?
The streets around the Albert Cuyp market and the nightlife strips are lively into the evening. Quieter streets exist a few blocks away and towards the Sarphatipark, so location within De Pijp matters.
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