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HELP FINDING HOUSING IN THE NETHERLANDS

There is currently a housing shortage in the Netherlands, making it competitive to secure a rental. We highly recommend using a local Makelaar (Dutch for Realtor) who can:

  • Help you navigate the Dutch housing market

  • Send you real estate listings that fit your criteria

  • Reach out to properties on your behalf

  • Attend showings, with an option to video call with you

  • Submit offers and negotiate contracts

  • And more

For their services, Makelaars charge the equivalent of one month’s rent.

Would you like to be connected to a trusted Makelaar?

Due to a high level of interest, we can only connect you to one of our trusted Makelaars if you meet the following requirements:

  • Planning to move to the Netherlands within the next 3 months

  • A rental budget of €2,000+ per month—especially if relocating with kids/pets

  • A net monthly income of at least 3X rent (required by many landlords); this can come from a salary or established business you can run while livihg in the Netherlands

If you meet all 3 requirements, fill out the form below and we will introduce you via email.

Note: Expats can also purchase a home in the Netherlands for cash; if you plan to do this, fill out the form below and we will connect you.

See what’s currently for rent or sale

If you want to see what housing is currently available in the Netherlands, check out funda.nl.

You can search housing “For rent” or “For sale”, put in your budget and other filters, and view by list or map.

Remember to convert Euros to Dollars!

If you want to come see what real estate options are available in different areas of the country, consider a Scouting Trip.

Popular cities to consider looking for housing

Amsterdam

Den Haag

Haarlem

Utrecht

Rotterdam

Eindhoven

Leiden

Delft

Maastricht

Groningen