nuOct 22, 2026, 04:29

House prices dip slightly again, but buying remains expensive

Existing home prices in the Netherlands fell by 0.4 percent in September compared to August, though they remain 2.9 percent higher than the previous year. While the rate of price growth has slowed, houses are still significantly more expensive than they were during the peak in 2022.

In September, existing home prices in the Netherlands saw a slight monthly decline of 0.4 percent compared to August. Despite this minor dip, prices remain 2.9 percent higher than they were in September 2025. Although the pace of growth has slowed since 2024, homes are currently 17.3 percent more expensive than their previous peak in July 2022. The average sale price for a home in September reached 504,658 euros, though this figure is influenced by the sale of several high-end properties.

Sales activity also cooled, with 20,383 homes changing hands, representing a 7 percent decrease compared to the previous year. Regional variations remain significant, as provinces like Friesland and Drenthe experienced sharper price increases compared to Noord-Holland. Within the major cities, Amsterdam reported a modest 1 percent increase, whereas The Hague saw a growth of 4.4 percent. While prices for two-under-one-roof houses rose the fastest, the overall market remains characterized by persistent high costs despite the recent slight cooling in price levels.

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

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