There are several types of housing available for students in the Netherlands:

1. Student Rooms in Shared Housing

Most students live in shared apartments or houses, where each student has a private bedroom and shares a kitchen and bathroom. This is often the most affordable and social option.

• Rent: €350–€600/month
• Common in cities like Groningen, Tilburg, and Eindhoven

2. Student Residences (Managed Housing)

Organizations such as DUWO, SSH, or university partnerships offer furnished student rooms in designated buildings. These are often close to campus and specifically for students.

• Rent: €400–€700/month (including utilities)
• May include shared or private kitchens and bathrooms

3. Private Studios or Apartments

Some students prefer more privacy and rent a small studio or apartment. These are harder to find and more expensive, especially in large cities.

• Rent: €700–€1,000/month
• Usually unfurnished

Start looking for housing as early as possible—ideally 3–4 months before your arrival. Student housing is limited, and spots fill up quickly, especially before the start of the academic year in August/September.

Here are some useful platforms and organizations:

• DUWO – www.duwo.nl
• SSH – www.sshxl.nl
• Kamernet.nl – popular for finding rooms (beware of scams)
• Pararius.nl, Funda.nl – for private apartments
• Facebook groups – “Rooms in Amsterdam,” “Student Housing Utrecht,” etc.

Most universities also offer housing support services or partnerships with student housing providers—check their websites early on.

When renting a room, be prepared to provide:

• A copy of your passport or residence permit
• Proof of university enrollment
• Possibly a deposit (usually 1–2 months’ rent)
• Registration at the municipality (GBA) if your stay is longer than 4 months

Unfortunately, housing scams are common. To protect yourself:

• Never send money before seeing a contract or verified offer
• Use trusted platforms and ask landlords for official documentation
• Be skeptical of offers that seem too good to be true

Some rooms come furnished, especially those managed by student housing organizations. For unfurnished places, stores like IKEA, Leen Bakker, or Marktplaats.nl (second-hand) are great options for budget-friendly furniture.