In the third quarter of 2026, the Dutch housing market offered home seekers slightly more room to manoeuvre. The supply of existing homes for sale increased significantly, giving buyers more choice and, in some cases, more room to negotiate.
According to NVM figures, around 39,000 existing homes were for sale during July, August and September. That is 24% more than a year earlier. Despite this increase, the housing market remains tight, with significant differences between regions and property types.
House prices remain above €500,000
The average selling price of an existing home reached approximately €503,000. This represents an increase of 1.8% compared with the same period last year. Compared with the previous quarter, the average price declined slightly.
Price growth is slowing, but the Dutch housing market remains expensive. Well-maintained, energy-efficient homes in attractive locations can still sell quickly.
More apartments available
One of the main reasons for the increase in supply is the sale of former rental properties by investors, known as the “uitpondgolf.”
More apartments are therefore becoming available. For buyers, this creates additional choice, but comparing properties based solely on asking price is not enough. Service charges, energy efficiency, maintenance and potential future costs should also be considered.
New-build supply is increasing
The supply of new-build homes has also grown. At the end of the third quarter, approximately 21,500 new-build homes were available, around 17% more than a year earlier.
However, increased supply does not automatically lead to more sales. Around 63% of the available new-build properties are apartments, meaning the supply does not always match the needs and budgets of buyers.
The OZQUR Makelaardij view
At OZQUR Makelaardij, we believe that preparation is more important than ever in a changing market.
More choice does not necessarily mean you should simply offer less. The key is to understand the true market value, condition, location and total costs of a property before making an offer.
Thinking about buying a home?
OZQUR Makelaardij supports you throughout the entire process — from determining your budget and viewing properties to valuation, negotiations and the final transfer.
At OZQUR Makelaardij, we help you reach your dream home in 5 steps
01 — Getting to know you & understanding your needs
We start with you. We get to know you, build trust and clearly identify your housing needs and most important criteria.
→ Understand first, search second.
02 — Determine your budget & financial possibilities
Together with our buying agent and financial advisor, we determine your mortgage possibilities, budget and ideal search range.
→ Know what is possible before you start searching.
03 — View properties together
You focus on how the property feels. We take a critical look at its technical condition, location, potential and possible concerns.
→ You decide whether it feels like home. We look at everything else.
04 — Determine the value & make a smart offer
We analyse comparable properties, discuss the property with the selling agent and assess the expected valuation. Together, we then determine the right bidding strategy and submit your offer.
→ Don’t simply make an offer. Make an informed offer.
05 — From accepted offer to the notary
Has your offer been accepted? We check the documents and purchase agreement, monitor all important deadlines and guide you through the entire process until the notary.
→ We stay in control until you receive the keys.
Yucel Samanci
Buying & selling agent at OZQUR Makelaardij, specialising in buying strategies, negotiations and guidance for Dutch, Turkish and expat clients.
8 October 2026
