You\u2019ve just landed the job in the city you\u2019ve dreamed about moving to for so long. Or maybe you\u2019ve got a temporary contract and are excited to spend a few months in the city of canals, freedom, and gingerbread houses! Amsterdam will soon be your home<\/strong> \u2014 finally! Congratulations! But speaking of those gingerbread houses: how does one get to live behind those beautiful facades and enjoy the gezelligheid<\/em> of the city?<\/p>\n Once you start looking for rentals in Amsterdam, reality hits. <\/strong>And it\u2019s not very pretty. Everyone complains about finding a good place to rent, whether for the long or short term. The search for a home quickly becomes a part-time job, and it can sometimes feel like navigating Amsterdam\u2019s canals without a map. Amsterdam is a great place to live; it ranked number six on the Quality of Living City Ranking 2024 <\/strong><\/em>published by Mercer. And it\u2019s not hard to see why: I\u2019m thinking bike lanes, work-life balance, good schools, a wide range of cultural institutions and entertainment options, safety, air quality, and more. Add to this the many opportunities for international professionals and students, and it\u2019s easy to see why so many want to call this city home.<\/p>\n But there\u2019s one big downside to moving to Amsterdam: finding a place to stay. Even though the city keeps expanding, there still aren\u2019t enough homes for all the people who want to live here. So, every year, we hear about the difficulty of renting or even buying a home: landlords asking ridiculous prices for what could easily be mistaken for a broom closet, students getting scammed, and more. I was half-joking with a friend over coffee that someone should provide courses on how to survive renting in Amsterdam. Once you\u2019re here though, and start to understand the rules of the game, you will manage to find a house.<\/p>\n Today, I want to talk about short-term rentals and share a few insights that might help you find the right accommodation in Amsterdam.<\/strong><\/p>\n First, in case you\u2019re wondering, let\u2019s talk about who is looking for short-term housing in Amsterdam <\/strong>(besides you). According to City Retreat, a serviced apartment provider, the short-term rental market in Amsterdam caters to this clientele: While the demand for short-term rentals has surged in recent years<\/strong> (Google searches for terms like \u201cServiced apartments Amsterdam\u201d have increased by 170%, and \u201cExpat rentals Amsterdam\u201d by 247%), the availability of rental properties has declined. This is largely due to changes in the rental market, including higher property taxes and stricter regulations.<\/p>\n So, there are a few options for short-term rentals in Amsterdam, but that doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s easy to secure one. Which one should you choose? Well, it will likely come down to your budget and needs. As with many things in life, the more money you have, the easier it will be.<\/p>\n Finding temporary housing in Amsterdam might feel like running a marathon<\/strong>, but trust me, once you\u2019re settled into your cozy apartment (even if it\u2019s not perfect), the city\u2019s magic makes it all worth it. With the right approach and understanding of the market, it\u2019s possible to find a place that meets both comfort and budget requirements. After all, isn\u2019t part of the adventure figuring out where home is, even if it\u2019s just for a few months?<\/p>\n ___<\/p>\n This article was kindly sponsored by City Retreat. All opinions and content are my own.<\/strong><\/p>\n City Retreat<\/a> is a serviced apartment provider, offering temporary stays of 2-12 months in Amsterdam, and has been doing so for over 10 years. The accommodations are located mostly in the city centre, and they come fully furnished and equipped, ready to move in. All utilities, cleaning, and Wi-Fi are included in the monthly rate. Their local team supports tenants before, during, and after their move. Maintenance issues are addressed quickly, and cleaning can be scheduled anytime.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Stay tuned for more and follow Amsterdamian on\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>\u00a0for daily stories about life in the Netherlands. Please share this post if you liked it!<\/p>\n Check out my photo book:\u00a0Amsterdam Through the Seasons<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 72%: Individuals with new employment in Amsterdam
\u2022 11%: Dutch residents renovating their homes
\u2022 9%: Dutch residents experiencing personal transitions (e.g., divorce)
\u2022 7%: Students, both domestic and international. <\/p>\n
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