Rent Freeze and impact on subsidy limits in Amsterdam
Temporary rent freeze in Amsterdam affects the rent allowance capping limit. What does this mean for your calculation in the capital?
Rules of rent freeze in Amsterdam
In 2024-2025, the government freezes rents in the social sector in Amsterdam at €288, while subsidy limits remain based on the actual rent. This protects Amsterdammers against a decrease in rent allowance due to price increases, but your income remains the most important criterion. In the Amsterdam housing market, with housing associations such as Ymere and De Key, the freeze provides stability in neighborhoods such as Bijlmer and Centrum.
Effect: A lower rent keeps you below the quality limit for longer, crucial in a city with high house prices and long waiting lists for social rental housing.
Legal basis for Amsterdam
Temporary Housing Act rent freeze 2024 (Kst. 36500), specifically applied to Amsterdam tenants in the regulated sector. The municipality of Amsterdam supports this through local rent teams for advice.
Utilizing benefits in Amsterdam
Check your rental letter from your Amsterdam landlord and recalculate your allowance via the Tax Authorities. No action needed for automatic adjustment, but consult Woonbedrijf Amsterdam for free checks on your entitlement to allowance.