18 Studios for rent in Amsterdam – From €765/month

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The cheapest studios on this page start from around €765 a month, but for a typical Amsterdam studio you should budget closer to €1,000–€1,500. Price depends heavily on the neighbourhood. For better value, look at Noord, Oost (Indische Buurt, Watergraafsmeer), Zuidoost and Nieuw-West, where supply is wider and the monthly rent is lower. De Pijp, the Jordaan and Oud-Zuid put you closer to the centre, but rents there sit near the top of the band. Note: the lowest prices may apply to student, income-restricted or temporary listings – always check the conditions and whether the studio is self-contained.

With every listing, check whether it’s self-contained (your own kitchen, toilet and shower) or shared. That distinction decides, among other things, whether you can claim housing benefit (huurtoeslag).

The market moves fast. In early 2025, a mid-market rental in the big cities stayed online for just six days on average and drew hundreds of responses; free-sector supply has also shrunk sharply in recent years (source: Pararius). A sought-after, affordable studio goes just as quickly. By the time a studio appears on a property site, you are usually too late.

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Why rent a studio?

  • Your own front door – Complete independence with your own entrance
  • Everything under one roof – Compact living with all amenities
  • Ideal for starters – Perfect for first-time renters or students

Frequently asked questions about renting studios in Amsterdam

How much does it cost to rent a studio in Amsterdam?
Rents vary widely. On this page the cheapest studios start from around €765 a month, but an average Amsterdam studio runs to roughly €1,000–€1,500. Central neighbourhoods such as the Jordaan, De Pijp and Oud-Zuid sit at the top of that range, while Noord, Oost and Zuidoost more often come in under €1,000. Small studios are relatively expensive per square metre, but their compact size keeps the total monthly rent lower than a full apartment.
Which neighbourhoods have the most and most affordable studios?
The widest, best-value supply is outside the centre: Noord, Oost (Indische Buurt and Watergraafsmeer), Zuidoost (Bijlmer/Arena) and Nieuw-West, where studios and young-professional units regularly come in under €900. If you want to live centrally, look at De Pijp, the Jordaan or Oud-Zuid, but expect noticeably higher rents. Many renters search several of these areas at once to find something faster.
Can I rent a studio in Amsterdam with housing benefit (huurtoeslag)?
Yes, but only for a self-contained studio: one with your own kitchen, your own toilet and your own shower, nothing shared. A shared (non-self-contained) studio doesn’t qualify. For full housing benefit you need to be 21 or older; if you’re under 23, a lower maximum rent ceiling applies than for older tenants. Always check the current conditions and amounts with the Belastingdienst.
How quickly do I need to respond to a studio in Amsterdam?
Very quickly. In early 2025, a mid-market rental in the big cities stayed online for just six days on average and drew hundreds of responses; free-sector supply has shrunk sharply in recent years too (source: Pararius). Competition is fierce, so respond the same day, have your documents ready, and be among the first to apply.
What’s the difference between a self-contained and a shared studio?
A self-contained studio has its own front door, kitchen, toilet and shower; nothing is shared. In a shared (non-self-contained) studio you share one or more of those facilities, such as a communal kitchen or bathroom. The difference matters: only a self-contained studio can qualify for housing benefit.
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Listing counts and starting prices come from live RentSlam inventory (continuously updated from 1,000+ rental sites). Market figures based on Pararius. Housing benefit: check the current conditions with the Belastingdienst. Compiled and reviewed by the RentSlam team · Last content update: 4 June 2026.

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