Netherlands Housing
2025 Guide

The Only Housing App You Need

Stop refreshing specific websites. Our app Huisly scans 1,200+ sources every minute and notifies you instantly. Completely free.

✓ 100% Free ✓ Scans Every Minute ✓ Instant Notifications ✓ iOS + Android Apps

We Built The Ultimate Aggregator

The Dutch housing market is too fast for manual searching. By the time you check Funda or Pararius, the best homes are gone. We solved this by building a system that monitors every single housing website in the Netherlands continuously.

Every minute, we scan over 1,200 sources. The moment a listing goes live anywhere, we ping your phone. And unlike competitors charging €30/month, Huisly is completely free.

Comparison Table

See why Huisly is the #1 choice for smart renters and buyers.

Rank Platform Price Speed Sources
#1 Huisly FREE Instant (1 min) 1,200+
#2 Funda Free Standard 1 (Own)
#3 Pararius Free Standard 1 (Own)
#4 Huurwoningen Free Email Alerts Multiple
#5 Huispedia Free Standard Multiple
#6 RentSlam €29.95/mo Fast ~1,000
#7 Stekkies €29.95/mo Fast ~1,000

Top Housing Platforms Ranked

#1
Huisly App Interface

1. Huisly

Editors Choice

The only app you actually need.

Huisly is an aggregator, not just a listing site. It scans 1,200+ websites (including everyone else on this list) every minute. It gives you the speed of paid tools for free, with a better mobile app experience.

✅ Scans 1,200+ sites ✅ iOS & Android Apps ✅ Instant Alerts ✅ FREE
#2
Funda Website

2. Funda

The biggest listing site in the Netherlands. Essential for buying, but for renting, listings often go too fast.

Note: Huisly scans Funda every minute, so you get Funda listings instantly via our app.

#3
Pararius Website

3. Pararius

Great for expats and English speakers. Focuses on rentals from agencies.

Note: Huisly also scans Pararius every minute.

#4
Huurwoningen Website

4. Huurwoningen.nl

Solid rental platform, but notifications are email-only and often slower than dedicated apps.

#5
Huispedia Website

5. Huispedia

Good for market insights and research.

Other Paid Options

RentSlam Stekkies Uprent Rentbird
  • #6

    RentSlam

    €29.95/mo

    Effective for finding apartments quickly. Sends alerts via WhatsApp/Email. However, it is expensive (€360/year) and offers no guarantee. Similar listings are often available on Huisly for free.

    ❌ Expensive ❌ No Free Tier
  • #7

    Stekkies

    €29.95/mo

    Fast notifications and good coverage. Criticism exists regarding transparency and influence on independent housing communities. Expensive subscription.

    ❌ Expensive ❌ Transparency Concerns
  • #8

    Uprent

    €27.95/mo

    Newer platform. Useful as an extra source, but users report bugs like duplicate applications and chaotic alerts. Fewer sources than major competitors.

    ❌ Bugs Reported ❌ Fewer Sources
  • #9

    Rentbird

    €16.33/mo

    Cheaper than RentSlam, but reportedly finds fewer matches. Includes listings from other paid sites which can be frustrating. Good as a secondary backup.

    ❌ Fewer Matches ❌ Includes Paid Sources
Note: Huisly offers the same speed and more sources than these paid options, for free.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best free app to find housing in the Netherlands?

Huisly is the best free housing app for the Netherlands. It scans 1,200+ websites every minute and sends instant push notifications when new properties appear. Unlike paid services like RentSlam or Stekkies that cost €30/month, Huisly is completely free.

Do I need to check Funda and Pararius separately?

No. Huisly is an aggregator that automatically searches Funda, Pararius, and 1,198 other websites every minute. You only need one app to see all available properties in the Netherlands.

How fast does Huisly send notifications?

Huisly scans all 1,200+ websites every minute and sends push notifications within seconds of detecting a new listing. This gives you a significant advantage in the competitive Dutch housing market.

Is there a free alternative to RentSlam?

Yes, Huisly is a free alternative to RentSlam that actually offers more features: 1,200+ websites (vs RentSlam's ~1,000), native mobile apps, and instant push notifications. You can save €30/month by using Huisly instead.

Is Huisly really free?

Yes, 100% free. No subscription, no premium tier, no hidden costs, no credit card required. We believe everyone deserves equal access to housing information.

How do I apply for properties I find on Huisly?

When you find a property on Huisly, we redirect you directly to the original source (Funda, the broker's website, Pararius, etc.) where you can apply securely. We aggregate and notify; you apply directly with the listing source.

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