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Netherlands housing affordability calculator 2025

Calculate exactly how much housing you can afford in the Netherlands based on your salary

Quick answer: Netherlands housing affordability rules 2025

Rent: Maximum 30% of gross monthly income (€60,000 salary = €1,500/month rent)

Mortgage: Maximum 4.5x annual gross salary (€60,000 salary = €270,000 mortgage)

30% Ruling: Increases affordability by 15-20% (€60,000 becomes effectively €72,000)

NHG Limit: €450,000 (National Mortgage Guarantee with 0.4% fee)

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Rental affordability results

Total Monthly Income

5,000

Recommended Rent Range

€1,250 - €1,500

25-30% of income

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