Finding a room in the Netherlands

The Netherlands has dozens of student cities, each with their own character and atmosphere. From the historic canals of Utrecht and Leiden to the modern architecture of Rotterdam and Eindhoven: there's a suitable city for every student. With universities and colleges spread across the country, there are plenty of opportunities to find a suitable student room.

Finding a room can be a challenge, especially in popular student cities. The housing shortage in the Netherlands is high, which is why student houses receive many responses to available rooms. myHospi makes the process easier by bringing together the offerings of hospita's and student houses on one platform.

Popular student cities

The Netherlands has various popular student cities, each with their own character:

• Amsterdam: The capital with a vibrant nightlife, culture and international atmosphere
• Utrecht: Historic canals, lively association culture and a large offering of rooms
• Groningen: Northern student city with short distances and affordable living
• Rotterdam: Modern architecture, harbor mentality and a growing student community
• Leiden: Historic university city with courtyards and an active association scene
• Delft: Technical student city with innovation and student traditions
• Eindhoven: Brainport with technology, design and affordable rooms
• Maastricht: Burgundian atmosphere with an international character
• Nijmegen: Oldest city in the Netherlands with a burgundian vibe
• Enschede: Technical student city with a close campus community
• Wageningen: Compact, green and international with a close community
• The Hague: International city of peace and justice with beach and city
• Tilburg: Friendly Brabant student city with festivals and short distances

Each city has its own unique atmosphere, association life and price level. It's important to see which city suits you best.

Average room prices in the Netherlands

The average room price in the Netherlands varies greatly per city:

• Amsterdam: €550-€750 per month (most expensive city)
• Utrecht: €450-€650 per month
• Rotterdam: €450-€650 per month
• The Hague: €450-€650 per month
• Leiden: €400-€600 per month
• Delft: €400-€600 per month
• Maastricht: €400-€600 per month
• Nijmegen: €350-€550 per month
• Eindhoven: €350-€550 per month
• Groningen: €350-€500 per month
• Wageningen: €350-€500 per month
• Tilburg: €350-€500 per month
• Enschede: €300-€450 per month (cheapest options)

The price depends on location, surface area, facilities and whether service costs and utilities are included. For a room of 12-15 m² in a student house, you can count on an average of €400-€550 per month, depending on the city.

Student associations in the Netherlands

Each student city has its own association life. Many hospita houses are connected to specific associations, which can help in finding a suitable place to live. Popular associations include:

• USC (Utrecht), Vindicat (Groningen), Minerva (Leiden): Large, traditional student associations
• DSC (Delft), T.S.C. St. Olof (Tilburg): Technical student associations
• Carolus Magnus (Nijmegen), E.S.V. Demos (Eindhoven): Active associations with diverse committees

It's helpful to know which association you want to join, as this can influence your chances at certain houses.

Student life in the Netherlands

Student life in the Netherlands is diverse and vibrant. Each city offers:

• Nightlife: From cozy pubs to larger clubs
• Culture: Museums, theaters and cultural events
• Sports: Many sports facilities and student sports associations
• Association life: Active associations with diverse committees and activities

Students appreciate the combination of studying and an active social life. Everything is easily accessible by bike, which is perfect for students.

How do you find rooms in the Netherlands with myHospi?

myHospi makes finding a room in the Netherlands much easier. Below you'll find a short step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Create a profile

Download the myHospi app and create a complete profile. Add your personal information, interests, association and photos. A complete profile significantly increases your chances.

Step 2: Search and filter

Use the search function to find available rooms in the Netherlands. Filter by city, price, surface area, location and association to quickly find the right rooms.

Step 3: Send your profile

See an interesting house? Send your profile to the house. Adapt your message to the specific house you're responding to, this shows you're really interested.

Step 4: Wait for invitation

If the house is interested, you'll receive an invitation for a hospiteer evening. Via the chat you can ask questions and get more information.

Step 5: Visit the hospiteer evening

During the hospiteer evening you'll meet your potential housemates. Be yourself and show who you are, that works best!

Step 6: Get chosen!

Were you chosen? Congratulations! Via myHospi you can easily stay in touch and finalize the rent.

Tip: Keep your profile up-to-date and respond quickly to new rooms. The housing shortage in the Netherlands is high, so be proactive and complete your profile!