Average rent price in the Netherlands in 2025

What is the average rent price in the Netherlands in 2025?

The average rent price in the Netherlands was €17.04 per m² in the fourth quarter of 2024. For a 77 m² apartment, that means €1,312 per month, and for a 116 m² house €1,976. In the social rental sector, the average monthly rent is lower, around €560.

Comparison with 2023: rise or decline?

Rental prices in the private sector rose sharply over the year. Between Q4 2023 and Q4 2024, the average rent per square meter increased by 9.5%. What does this mean for you as a landlord? Below you’ll find the difference in costs for two common housing types:

Based on average m² prices of €15.56 (Q4 2023) and €17.04 (Q4 2024).

In Q4 2023, the average rent in the free sector was €15.56 per m². Between Q4 2023 and Q4 2024, the average rent for apartments in the free sector rose from €15.56 to €17.04 per m², an increase of 9.5%. For a 77 m² apartment, this means €1,198.12 per month, and for a 116 m² house, €1,804.96.

 

Regional differences in rental prices

Rental prices vary greatly by region, influenced by factors such as supply and demand, economic activity, and the popularity of the location.

Average rent prices in major cities

In the Randstad—especially in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, and Utrecht—rental prices are significantly higher than average. In Noord-Holland, you pay an average of €21.03 per m², and in the province of Utrecht, the average rent is €18.57 per m².

Rent prices in smaller municipalities and rural areas

Outside major cities, rental prices are generally lower. In Friesland, you pay €11.48 per m². In Drenthe, only €10.40 per m².

Which provinces are the most expensive in 2025?

Noord-Holland is the most expensive province at €21.03 per m²—more than 102% higher than Drenthe (€10.40). Utrecht (€18.57) and Zuid-Holland (€16.56) are also significantly higher, 78.5% and 59.2% above the average rent in Drenthe, respectively.

Image 1: Overview of average rent price per province

Source: NVM

 

Rental price differences by sector

The Dutch rental market shows large differences across sectors. When determining rental prices, you must take into account the number of points per sector.

Maximum rent in the social housing sector

Social housing (maximum 143 points) has a capped rent of €900.07 (2025). The total number of points is determined using the Housing Valuation System (WWS).

Maximum rent in the mid-rental segment

Since 2025, the mid-rental segment was introduced to help keep rent prices affordable. Properties scoring between 144 and 187 points fall into this category.

Maximum rent in the private sector

Does your rental property score 187 points or more? Then it qualifies as a private sector home. There is no maximum rent set for this segment. Rental prices here are determined by market forces.

For contracts signed before 1 July 2024, different (transitional) rules may apply. See ismijnhuurteduur.nl.

 

Factors influencing rent prices

Several factors contribute to the level and development of rent prices in the Netherlands.

Inflation and indexation in 2025

Inflation plays a crucial role in annual rent increases. For 2025, the maximum rent increase is set at:

• 5% for social housing
• 7.7% for mid-rental properties
• 4.1% for private sector housing

Source: Dutch government

Housing shortage and market scarcity

The ongoing shortage of rental homes, especially in urban areas, continues to drive up rent prices. Demand for affordable rentals still exceeds supply, leading to higher prices.

Government and municipal policies

Government measures, such as the Affordable Rent Act taking effect on 1 July 2025, aim to regulate mid-rental prices to ensure affordability.

 

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