Step 2: Comprehend the Dutch Housing Market
**/// Online/Offline**
The search for housing in Eindhoven is necessarily done remotely. The Dutch housing rental system is based online while we would also recommend preparing for phone calls to follow up on applications. From experience, we find that most housing agencies do no facilitate walk-ins or visits, preferring to have applications received by mail.
**/// Defining What You Need And Want**
During the beginning of your search, consider what your needs and wants are. Be aware that your priorities can directly affect the number of houses that are available for you to rent. In the situation that you do not find somewhere that fulfils your needs, you may unfortunately have to reconsider your ability to complete your studies. If you are in this situation, we recommend reaching out to your head of department or the relevant BA/MA administrator.
**/// Tenant Rights And Disputes**
Know your rights: Renting in the Netherlands you are very well protected in legal terms. Some housing laws in the private sector have been loosened in recent years, but the landlord is still always responsible for:
- Ensuring availability of the property within the agreed rental period
- Covering any necessary major repairs and maintenance (within a reasonable period)
- Solving any problems affecting the tenant (plumbing, electricity, internet, etc.)
- Giving valid reasons and due notice for ending the tenancy agreement
The tenant must in return:
- Pay the agreed monthly rent on time
- Follow the agreed-upon house rules
- Pay for minor repairs (such as a broken tap)
- Allow the landlord to enter the accommodation to make repairs (within a reasonable period)
- Give due notice to end the tenancy agreement
**/// Huurteam Eindhoven**
There are a range of supports for tenants, particularly if you think your rights are not being respected. This includes, but is not limited to, if repairs are not being made in a timely manner, your rent is being increased unfairly, or if you find yourself in a dispute with your landlord.
You can contact the [Huurteam Eindhoven](https://huurteameindhoven.nl/) directly in these instances for free and confidential legal advice. The Huurteam was established by Gemeente Eindhoven to protect tenant rights and can enforce action from landlords and mediate during disputes when required.
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Starting a new chapter in life is always exciting and having chosen Eindhoven as your study destination you can look forward to settling in the Netherlands. The next major step, will be to find yourself somewhere to live.
