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Private landlords in Haarlem sell off property: 1,235 fewer rental homes last year

Private landlords in Haarlem sold off 1,235 rental properties last year, significantly reducing housing options for middle-income residents. The decline is attributed to stricter government regulations and higher taxes, which have made private renting less financially attractive across the Netherlands.

Private landlords in Haarlem, including both individuals and investment companies, have significantly reduced their rental housing stock over the past year. According to new data from Statistics Netherlands, 1,235 rental properties were sold off by these private owners, marking a notable decline in available housing options for those who do not qualify for social housing and cannot afford to purchase a home. This trend is driven by increased taxation and the implementation of the Affordable Rent Act, which has capped rental prices and reduced profitability for many investors. Consequently, landlords with mid-sized portfolios have been particularly active in divesting their properties. Similar trends are visible nationwide, with over 60,000 rental units removed from the private market across the Netherlands during the same period. While housing associations continue to manage a large portion of the city's housing, the overall supply of rental properties in Haarlem has decreased for the first time since 2021, prompting potential government considerations for policy adjustments.

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Based on reporting by ad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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