Student housing near Gerrit Rietveld Academie.
Rietveld sits in Amsterdam Zuid, a well-connected but expensive part of the city. As one of roughly 800 students, many of them international, you are competing for a small pool of rooms in a rental market where listings disappear within hours and landlords routinely ask for proof of Dutch income, which rules out many newcomers from the start.
Typical rent
€700to€1400
per month, single room
Most private landlords in Amsterdam advertise kale huur, meaning rent without utilities. On top of that, expect to budget roughly €100 to €200 per month for gas, electricity and internet. An all in price covers those costs but is less common and harder to verify. Deposits are typically one to two months of rent. Short stay and student housing operators sometimes include a service charge that covers shared facilities but not personal utility use.
The neighbourhoods
Where Rietveld students live
5 areas to compare on rent, commute, and vibe.
📍De Pijp
€850 to €130015 min by tram or bike
Dense, diverse, busy street life centred on the Albert Cuypmarkt.
Best for: Students who want walkable amenities and do not mind noise.
📍Rivierenbuurt
€800 to €120010 min by tram or bike
Quieter residential streets with solid 1930s housing stock.
Best for: Students who prioritise space and calm over nightlife proximity.
📍Buitenveldert
€750 to €110020 min by tram
Post-war low-rise neighbourhood bordering the Amsterdamse Bos.
Best for: Students looking for lower rents with easy access to campus.
📍Oud-West
€900 to €140020 min by tram
Creative, café-heavy neighbourhood popular with students and young professionals.
Best for: Students who want to be close to the arts and culture scene.
📍Amstelveen (bordering Zuid)
€700 to €105025 min by tram
Suburban, quieter, with a large international resident community.
Best for: Students on a tighter budget who are comfortable with a longer commute.
Getting there
Getting to Rietveld
Rietveld's campus on the Frederik Roeskestraat in Amsterdam Zuid is served well by public tram lines. Tram 5 connects central areas including Oud-West and De Pijp to the Zuid district. Tram 25 runs through Rivierenbuurt and connects to Amsterdam Centraal. From Buitenveldert, tram 5 reaches campus in roughly 20 minutes. Cycling is the most reliable option for nearby neighbourhoods, with dedicated lanes throughout the city.
A second hand bike costs roughly €50 to €150 at markets like Waterlooplein and is the fastest way to cover the flat city terrain.
Students enrolled at a Dutch institution can apply for an OV-chipkaart student travel product through DUO, which provides free public transport on weekdays or weekends depending on the tier.
Amsterdam averages around 130 rainy days a year, so a waterproof jacket and tyre mudguards are practical necessities rather than optional extras.
The timing
When to start looking
The Rietveld academic year starts in September. Students beginning then should start searching by April at the latest, as Amsterdam's rental market sees peak competition between May and August when both local and international students are searching simultaneously. Exchange students arriving in February for the second semester should begin looking in October or November to avoid the same crunch.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How far is De Pijp from Rietveld?+
De Pijp is roughly 15 minutes from Rietveld's campus on the Frederik Roeskestraat. By bike the route is straightforward along flat roads. By tram, lines connecting through Amsterdam Zuid cover the distance in a similar time depending on connections.
What's the average rent near Rietveld?+
Rooms in the Zuid area and adjacent neighbourhoods typically run from €700 to €1400 per month depending on size, furnishing and whether utilities are included. This sits at or above the Amsterdam average for student rooms, which citywide tends to start around €650 to €700, reflecting the relative affluence of the Zuid district.
When should Rietveld students start looking for housing?+
For a September start, begin searching in April or May at the latest. For a February start, begin in October. Amsterdam's rental market moves fast and listings at accessible price points are gone within days of appearing, so early preparation is not optional.
Where can I see live listings near Rietveld?+
Socials tracks more than 250 housing platforms covering Amsterdam and surfaces rooms near Rietveld in one place. New matches are pushed directly to WhatsApp so you do not need to check multiple sites manually. You can filter by neighbourhood to focus on areas like De Pijp, Rivierenbuurt or Buitenveldert that sit closest to campus.