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2026 rent bands and private-sector increase limit published

In force Housing

For tenancies starting in 2026, social rent is up to €932.93 and mid-price rent runs above that to €1,228.07 subject to the points system. Above €1,228.07 with at least 187 points is private-sector rent. The statutory maximum annual increase for the private sector in 2026 is 4.4%.

Who it affects

People entering or renewing Dutch rental housing.

Sources

Primary: Government of the Netherlands ↗

Verified 2026-08-02 · methodology