Rental prices vary. See below price estimates for the current market in Amsterdam:

• Studio Apartment: prices are typically between € 1.100,- and € 1.400,-. However, studios do not come up on the market often, and when they do there is usually a vey high amount of interest as this is the cheapest option for living alone. 
• One Bedroom Apartment: prices start around € 1.500,-/€ 1.600,-.
• Two Bedroom Apartment: prices start around € 1.700,-.

Please note that most rental prices mentioned online are excluding utilities. 

• Shell Apartment:  an apartment without a floor, curtains, lights and/or essential kitchen equipment. 
• Unfurnished Apartment: the apartment is empty: there is no furniture provided, but there is a floor and all necessary kitchen equipment is available as well. 
• Semi-furnished Apartment: very basic furniture (like a sofa and bed) provided.  Please note that this option is very uncommon. 
• Furnished Apartment: In most cases this means you only have to bring your personal belongings as the apartment is fully furnished and equipped with all necessary items like kitchenware and bed linen. 

Yes, almost all apartments have an income requirement. In the current market, apartments rented by private owners usually have an income requirement between 2-3 times the monthly rent. Apartments rented out by corporations usually have a higher income demand; they require a gross salary minimum of 3-4 times the monthly rent. 

Sharing is possible in a number of our apartments. In order to share an apartment, you must all be employed and meet certain income requirements. If sharing with two others, only a maximum of one person can make use of a bank guarantee.  Feel free to contact us for more information on this. We are happy to help you arrange for a shared apartment. 

It is definitely possible to move to the Netherlands with your pet. However, please keep in mind that not all homeowners are open to potential candidates with a pet. Therefore, we might not be able to view all the apartments you are interested in. That being said, in most cases homeowners are willing to consider allowing a pet if you offer a higher deposit (for example an additional month) and/or add a pet clause to the contract. A pet clause means that you are liable for any damages your pet may cause to the apartment and its furnishings.

The most commonly used rental agreements are a contract for an indefinite period (model A) and a contract for a fixed term (model B). Below you will find a detailed explanation of both models:

• Indefinite Period Lease (model A):

This type of lease gives the tenant the advantage of staying in their new home long term, with no fixed end date. However, the tenant cannot terminate the contract during the first 12 months of the rental period. After the minimum rental period of 12 months, the tenant has the right to terminate the contract at any time, giving one full calendar month’s notice. If included in the contract, notice may need to be given before the end of the month. An indefinite period contract can also be terminated by the owner if they wants to use the apartment for themself or a direct family member, but this is a very rare scenario.

• Fixed-term Lease (model B, maximum 24 months):

Another option is that the landlord offers you a contract for a fixed term. In most cases this is 24 months (but can be shorter), after which the contract will end. If the landlord does not terminate the contract 1-3 months before the end date, the contract will to default to an indefinite period contract. In this case, the tenant can then terminate the contract with one full calendar month’s notice at any time. 

In most cases the type of contract you get is determined by the owner. Most owners prefer long-term tenants. When you make an offer, you can let the owner know which type of contract you prefer, but it is ultimately their decision. 

Service costs (‘service kosten’ in Dutch) are housing costs not covered by the basic rent. These costs are paid by the tenant and cover the general maintenance and cleaning of the building, hallways, elevators, postboxes, etc. 

Utility costs are for electricity, heating, gas, water, Internet and if desired, television. These costs are dependent on a number of different factors: size of the apartment, amount of personal usage, and rates associated with the provider you choose to sign a contract with. That being said, in general the costs will be around € 200,- a month for a one bedroom apartment, of which about 75% will be for gas, water, electricity/heating and 25% for internet/television. We are happy to help you with setting up all your utilities and internet/tv connections, and can do this with you during your check-in appointment.

When you register at your new address, you will automatically be charged municipality taxes. These are taxes for the usage of public systems like sewage, water, drainage, garbage service, etc. The municipality and Waternet will bill you directly for these costs once a year. In case the owner receives these invoices by mistake, they will forward them to you. Costs for a single household can add up to € 500,- a year, whereas the costs for a multiple person household are around € 700,- a year. 

This clause allows tenants to terminate their rental contract within the first 12 months if the tenant or their employer terminates their employment contract. This clause may also be used if the tenant is relocated by their employer to an area 50 km (minimum) or further from the rented property. In order to use this clause, a written letter from your employer is required. The exact content of the diplomatic clause differs per contract/rental agency. 

All money transfers in the Netherlands are done by bank transfer; it is not possible to pay your rent or deposit in cash. The first payment is usually made to the broker of your new home. They will hold the money in their account before transferring to the owner in order to make sure the apartment gets delivered to you in good terms. The bank details can be found on the invoice you will receive after or together with the contract, or in the rental contract itself. All future payments can be transferred directly to the account of the landlord. The details needed for this transfer can be found in the contract. 

The first payment usually consists of the deposit and first month’s rent. If you do not move into your new home on the 1st of the month, please take the following into account: when you move in later than the 15th, the landlord may request you to pay the remainder of that month plus the whole upcoming month. The amount of the deposit is dependent on the apartment and the owner. Your contract will contain a detailed breakdown of the first payment and deposit. 

This is dependent on the apartment and contract, but in most cases the following rules apply:

- Unfurnished apartments: Deposit equal to 1-2 months of rent

- Furnished apartments: Deposit equal to 2 months of rent

- Corporation apartments: Deposit equal to 1-3 months of rent (1 month is standard, 1 month when you are still within your probation period, 1 month if you do not have sufficient funds in a Dutch bank account). 

In case you would like to bring a pet, it is not unusual to pay a higher deposit. In this case tenants often offer to pay 1 month extra deposit. 

Within a couple of working days after your move, you must register yourself/partner/roommates/children at your new address. This applies to those both renting and buying an apartment or house. Please note that failure to register at the right address can result in a fine. An incorrect registration can also affect your housing benefit and taxes. 

You can register in two ways: in person or online. Please find a more detailed description of both options below: 

1. In Person Registration

If you live in Amsterdam, you can register your change of address in person at the Department of Civil Affairs (‘afdeling burgerzaken’ in Dutch) at any of the seven city offices. It is not necessary to make an appointment, but you are required to bring the following documents with you: 

- valid identification (passport, identity card or residence permit) 

- a signed tenancy agreement or purchase contract

- in case you are lodging with someone: a copy of the identity document of the main resident and a declaration stating he/she gives you permission to live at the address.

2. Online Registration

If you have a DigiD code, you have the option to register your move by filling out an online form. Please note that you may be required to upload the documents mentioned above. 

You are not legally obligated to take out an insurance policy, unless your contract tells you differently. However, we do advise you to buy household contents insurance. This way you your personal property will be insured against fire, water damage and theft. Items belonging to the house are insured by the owner. On the Dutch website Independer you can compare different insurance policies and the accompanying costs. 

Depending on the terms and conditions signed in your contract, you have some responsibilities as a tenant. For example, typically minor repairs will be your responsibility (such as changing a light bulb for instance). If you break something in the apartment by accident, like a glass, you are required to replace it with the same brand of glass (or similar). 

If a machine like the heater or washing machine breaks, the handyman will determine whether this was due to wrongful usage or equipment failure. If wrongful usage, the tenant is responsible for covering the repair costs; if due to equipment failure the owner will cover the costs (unless specific exceptions are outlined in the contract).

For further details, please see “Besluit kleine herstellingen” at our Download page. 

If you are interested in extending your lease, first check whether you have signed an indefinite contract or a fixed term contract (maximum of 24 months). In case of the first (indefinite contract model A), there is nothing you need to do, as the contract is valid for an indefinite amount of time. In case of the latter (fixed term contract model B), you need to reach out to the landlord and let them know you would like to extend your stay. Please make sure to inform your landlord on time, at least one month before the end of your current lease period. The landlord will let you know if your lease can be extended.

If you have a temporary contract (model B), you as a tenant have the right to terminate it at any time giving one full month’s notice before the end of the calendar month. If your rental agreement is for an indefinite term (model A), you are not able to terminate the contract within the first 12 months. After this period, you can terminate the contract at any time by giving one full month’s notice before the end of the calendar month. Notice of termination must be done in writing, including the date, the date of resignation, the address of the property and your personal information. We recommend you do this by sending a letter via the post. If you choose to e-mail the landlord please be sure to ask him/her to answer you back in writing and confirm your checkout date.

The landlord will return the deposit minus any costs for repairs or damages after the checkout. At the beginning of your rental term a check-in appointment will take place, during which a report is drafted and pictures of the current state of the apartment are taken. The same will happen at the end of your rental period. The landlord will compare both reports to decide if the full amount of the deposit is to be returned. If you have kept good care of the property, you can expect a return of the full deposit. Legally the owner has 2 months after termination of the tenancy to return the deposit (either full or partial). 

Yes, you can have guests stay with you for a reasonable period of time. If someone is staying for long term and they want to registrate at your address, you will need to consult your landlord. Please note that you cannot rent the apartment out to others via Airbnb or similar platforms.  

CPI (Consumer Price Index) is a percentage determined by the government for the maximum increase of rental prices per year. This percentage is determined based on inflation of the Dutch economic market.

For general emergencies you can contact the property manager or owner; these numbers can usually be found on the first page of the rental contract. For equipment failures, contact the handyman or maintenance company mentioned in the contract.