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Luntero Glossary of Dutch Rental Terms

Your complete guide to understanding the Netherlands housing market. Browse clear definitions of Dutch rental terms, legal jargon, subsidies, tenant rights, landlord duties, property features, and expat housing concepts, with practical explanations and real-world examples to help you navigate renting in the Netherlands with confidence.

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Recently Added Dutch Rental Terms
Stay up to date with the newest rental terms and definitions in the Luntero Glossary. Fresh entries to help you navigate the Dutch housing market with confidence.

Income Requirement

Application Process

Crown Molding

Property Features

Vaulted Ceiling

Property Features

Smart Lighting

Property Features

Built-in Speakers

Property Features

Co-operative Housing

Dutch Housing System

Rent Allowance

Subsidies and Allowances

Emergency Housing and Rent Arrears Assistance

Subsidies and Allowances

Youth and Student Rent Allowance

Subsidies and Allowances

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Requirements

Landlord Obligations

Security Upgrade Subsidies

Subsidies and Allowances

Social Housing Corporation Subsidies

Dutch Housing System
Most Popular Categories
Discover the categories renters, landlords, and expats search most. From contract types to rental costs and tenant rights, explore the topics that matter most in the Netherlands.

Application Process

Understand the steps to apply for a rental in the Netherlands, from income checks to required documents and BRP registration. Get tips for improving your chances in a competitive market.

Contract Types

Learn about the different types of Dutch rental contracts, from fixed-term leases to indefinite agreements and short-stay arrangements. Understand the key clauses, rights, and obligations before you sign.

Dutch Housing System

Learn how the Dutch housing system works, from social housing and waiting lists to the points system and private rentals. Navigate the structure with ease and make informed decisions.

Expat Considerations

Essential information for expats renting in the Netherlands, including registration requirements, cultural tips, and common challenges. Avoid pitfalls and settle in smoothly.

Property Features

Decode terms used in Dutch rental listings, from ‘shell’ apartments to fully furnished homes. Learn about energy labels, heating systems, balconies, parking, and other key amenities.

Rental Costs

Break down all the costs of renting in the Netherlands, including base rent, service charges, deposits, agency fees, and municipal taxes. Know exactly what to budget for when moving in.

Tenant Rights

Understand your rights as a tenant in the Netherlands, including rent increase limits, repair responsibilities, notice periods, and anti-discrimination protections. Stay informed and protected.

Learn Even More with Luntero Resources
Go beyond definitions with in-depth articles, guides, and expert tips. Our resources help you apply rental knowledge to real-life situations in the Dutch housing market.

One-Third of New Amsterdam Homes Are Social Housing, Annual Report Reveals

Recent annual figures show that social housing units account for 34% of all new homes in Amsterdam, highlighting the crucial role of housing corporations in the city’s rental market.

Guide last updated on: November 1, 2025

NL Rental News

Housing and Healthcare Supersede Asylum as Top Concerns for Dutch Voters

Recent surveys reveal that the Dutch housing crisis and rising healthcare costs have overtaken asylum and immigration as the primary concerns for voters ahead of the next parliamentary elections.

Guide last updated on: October 30, 2025

NL Rental News

The True Cost of Buying a House in the Netherlands: Hidden Fees and Taxes Explained

Buying a home in the Netherlands involves more than the purchase price—learn about transfer tax, notary fees, mortgage advice costs, and more to budget correctly.

Guide last updated on: October 28, 2025

NL Rental News

4 Reasons to Partner with @WORK Makelaardij to Find Your Dutch Home

Discover why @WORK Makelaardij is the go-to real estate agency for expats and internationals looking to buy or rent in the Netherlands.

Guide last updated on: October 27, 2025

NL Rental News

Landlord Sell-Off Propels Q3 Home Sales to Highest Level in Almost Five Years

Third-quarter home sales in the Netherlands soared to their highest level since early 2021, driven by landlord and investor sell-offs of rental properties.

Guide last updated on: October 24, 2025

NL Rental News

Dutch Home Prices Up 7% Year-on-Year in September as Market Stabilises Month-to-Month

In September, Dutch existing home prices rose 7% compared to the same month last year, while remaining stable compared to August, driven by tight supply and economic factors.

Guide last updated on: October 22, 2025

NL Rental News

Handbooks That Make Renting Simple

Turn Confusion Into Confidence

Stop guessing your way through the Dutch rental market. Our Handbooks give you clear, step-by-step guidance on finding apartments, understanding contracts, avoiding scams, and settling into your new home stress-free. Renting in the Netherlands has never been this easy.

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