New rules apply in 2025 for determining rental prices. As a landlord, it’s important to know how much freedom you still have when setting the rent. Avoid mistakes that could lead to problems or back payments. This article explains what is allowed and what isn’t.
From 2025, the WWS points system determines whether the rent is regulated. Up to 186 points, a maximum rent applies. From 187 points, the property falls into the private sector. Rent may then increase annually by a maximum of 4.1% (private sector) or 7.7% (mid-rental segment). These rules take effect on 1 January 2025.
In 2025, rents may increase by a maximum of 7.7% for mid-rental properties, 4.1% in the private sector and 5% for social housing. For rents up to €350, the maximum increase is €25, which is more than 5%. These caps follow inflation (3.8%) and wage developments (5.5%). The goal: fair and affordable rent for everyone.
Whether you rent out a furnished or semi-furnished property, as a landlord you cannot simply charge any rent. You are bound by the national maximum rent increases and (in social and mid-rental segments) the points system. For tenants, this is good news: they are better protected against unreasonable rent increases.
Still, there is room to maneuver. In the private sector, you can determine the rent yourself at the start of the tenancy agreement, provided the property exceeds the liberalisation threshold. After that, the rules for annual rent increases apply.
To set the right rent in 2025, the housing valuation system (WWS) plays a central role. This points system assesses various property characteristics. Below you'll discover which factors count and which data you need for a reliable rent price check.
This information is required for the rent price check:
First, determine whether the property is self-contained (private entrance, kitchen and bathroom) or non-self-contained (shared facilities). Then you can do the rent check, which consists of these components:
The maximum rent a landlord may charge depends on the rental sector: social, mid or private. In the social and mid-rental sectors, rent is legally capped and determined based on a points system. In the private sector, there is no fixed maximum, but guidelines and rules about fairness and indexation do apply. The same rent caps apply when renting to expats.
Does your property score fewer than 144 points? Then it qualifies as social housing. The maximum rent in this case is €900.07.
Does your property score between 144 and 186 points? Then it falls in the mid-rental category. The maximum rent is €1,184.82.
Are you renting out a private sector property (from 1 July 2024: rent above €1,157.75 in 2024 or €1,184.82 in 2025 and 187+ points)? Or did you rent out a mid-rental property before 1 July 2024 above the then threshold? Then you may set the rent yourself; no maximum applies.
For contracts signed before 1 July 2024, transitional rules may apply. See ismijnhuurteduur.nl.
As a landlord, you may increase the rent annually, as long as it stays within legal limits. In 2025, rent indexation remains linked to inflation, with a maximum percentage set by the government. For social housing, the cap is stricter than in the private sector. In most cases, you may raise the rent starting 1 July. You must notify the tenant in writing at least two months in advance and state the percentage and its basis.
The annual rent increase is usually calculated using CBS figures, the consumer price index (CPI). The formula is: (new index figure / old index figure) × 100 − 100. This shows the percentage increase, and how much you may adjust the rent.
Suppose you rent a property for €900 per month. You want to calculate the annual increase based on the CPI. CBS states the index figure was 120 last year and 125 this year.
Calculation: (125 / 120) × 100 − 100 = 4.17%
You may increase the rent by 4.17% of €900, which is €37.53.
The new rent becomes €937.53 per month. That’s how you adjust the rent correctly based on CBS inflation figures.
As a landlord, you must comply with laws and regulations regarding rent increases. In the social rental sector, you may increase rent only once per year and must adhere to the maximum percentage. In the private sector, you have more flexibility, but you must demonstrate that the increase is contractually agreed. Don’t forget: written notice, at least two months in advance, is required.
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