Maximum Rent Increase Percentages in the Regulated Sector 2024 for Rotterdam

In Rotterdam, with its large social housing stock in neighbourhoods such as Charlois and Feijenoord, the maximum rent increase percentage for 2024 in the regulated sector has been set at 2.3% for social rental properties. This percentage is based on the consumer price index and also applies to the tender sector, unless the Housing Authority approves a higher increase. In the transitional sector, relevant for many Rotterdam properties near the liberalisation threshold, a phased increase of up to 5% per year applies to facilitate the transition to the free sector. Landlords in Rotterdam must substantiate every increase with a quality mark document or ministerial regulation. Service charges, such as homeowners' association contributions in apartment buildings at Kralingse Plas or in the Prins Alexander district, may be increased separately, but exclusively on the basis of demonstrable cost increases. Tenants receiving rent allowance in Rotterdam – where many port workers and families rely on it – are indirectly protected, as the allowance compensates for the increase. Check your rent price via the housing valuation system (WOZ point system): at the liberalisation threshold of approximately €900 gross per month, you may shift to the free sector, especially in busy areas such as the Oude Westen. In case of disputes, you can go to the Rent Tribunal in Rotterdam, which decides within 6 weeks. Pay on time to avoid forced eviction, a risk in the tight Rotterdam rental market. These national rules, with local impact due to the high social housing density, ensure affordable housing in the Maasstad.