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Housing

Here you can find the most important things you should know about housing when living and studying in the Netherlands.

In our housing section you can find answers to the following questions:

  • Where should I start my search for a room or apartment?
  • What are my rights and obligations as a tenant?
  • What monthly bills can I expect to pay?
  • Where can I go for legal advice?
  • How do I let he local council know that I moved house?

…and so much more!

Just start browsing or dive into a section directly by clicking on the topics below.

In the 'Housing' section:

Housing BasicsThe First DecisionBelgium
Room SearchStudent HousingHousing CorporationsAgenciesHousing on Facebookhousing keurmerk / certification markMatch HousingAntikraak
Housing ExpensesWater, Electricity & GasService CostsBasic RentRecycling and Trash DisposalRubbish Tips & Waste PasslaundryInternet
Moving InAnnual billsAgency feesMoving and TransportFurnitureInsurance
Rights and Obligations as Tenantregistering your addressMaintenancesublettinglegal adviceReturning LettersTerminating a contract
Safety in MaastrichtPolice Contact InformationFire SafetyPersonal SafetyBurglary and TheftCannabis and Drug RegulationsAlcohol
Living in MaastrichtRules and regulations for residentsHouse Partiesyour right to vote

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