In this series we focus on the neighborhoods where, for Amsterdam purposes, there still are affordable houses for rent. Our goal is to find those streets that most others overlook, or are not even aware of their existence, but are definitely worth renting a house on. So you will know where to look. This month:…
Rent in Amsterdam is expensive, sometimes even ridiculous. That is why we dream about buying a house, because those home owners have it made. They are set (in stone). And us? We can’t buy yet. What we can do though is live in a great rental, right next to those expensive houses in Amsterdam. Suddenly…
To make living in Amsterdam a reality, you may need to look for a flatmate more often than desired. Together, it seems to be a lot more fun than alone, if you pick the right person. Hence these tips: Choosing a flatmate in Amsterdam, this is how it’s done. Choosing a flatmate whom is right…
Ok, if you are smart, you move in winter time. The chances of getting a new rental apartment is much higher, because the rest of the city is busy with the holidays. In addition, we do the moving house in Amsterdam ourselves, the more euros we can save, the better. And since winter is upon us, we’ll…
Now that you are looking for a rental property in Amsterdam with RentSlam, and creating mood boards for inspiration, you might as well start daydreaming about a pet. The sky is the limit in these cold winter months. Would be nice if your new best friend waits for you when you come home. But which…
You rented a new apartment, and now? How awesome, congratulations with your new apartment. Exciting times are ahead, but moving is a stressful time. You have to think about many things and make loads of arrangements. Let’s hope you don’t forget anything… Packing Packing properly seems daft, but it really helps, more than you might…
That there is a huge housing shortage will be nothing new to you. This is why all kinds of alternatives to big houses are being invented. The container house is one of them. Now you may be thinking, isn’t that one of those rusted square bins used for transport? It is indeed an advantage that…
What is Middle Rent? Most of us are familiar with private sector rental housing and social rental, but what is middle rent? It’s all in the name… A rental home in the middle rent sector has a rental price between social rent and free sector rent. This means the price is above the liberalization limit…
The size of the house says nothing about what it has to offer. It is super cozy and provides youwith all the comforts you would experience from a bigger house. It has a kitchen with a diningtable for 2 people, a chill area (or living room), a bathroom, bedroom where a double bed fits anda…
Do cheap apartments for rent still exist? Finding a cheap apartments for rent, which actually exist, and aren’t not just some fake pictures with impossibly low prices in a great neighborhood, posted by some scammer trying to get your hard-earned money from you… It seems like a utopian dream. But is it??? Yes, it is……