Financial questions

What are the extra monthly costs, such as gas and electricity?
If utilities (gas and electricity) are not included in the rent, tenants are required to arrange an energy contract themselves. This is usually stated in Ar...
Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 at 4:11 PM
What are the Municipality Taxes?
If you rent a room, apartment, or house in the Netherlands, you may receive letters regarding municipality and water board taxes. These taxes apply to resid...
Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Why do I have to pay the platform fee?
Our platform fee of 35 euro including VAT per tenant, is for the service we offer through RoomPlaza. The platform fee is a one-time, non-refundable fee.  ...
Fri, 6 Feb, 2026 at 12:16 PM
One-time fees
These fees are separate from your rent and are non-refundable: €165 – RoomPlaza platform success fee (only charged after you get a room) €295 – Shor...
Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 2:45 PM