Find Rental Housing in Haarlemmermeer
Haarlemmermeer is a large municipality around Schiphol, consisting of Hoofddorp, Nieuw-Vennep and many villages. The municipality houses many international companies and Schiphol staff. It is a dynamic region with excellent accessibility but high pressure on the housing market.
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How the rental market in Haarlemmermeer really is
Haarlemmermeer is an economic hub with a strong housing market.
Prices by property type
A room costs €600-850 per month on average. Studios are available from €1,100-1,400. Apartments start at €1,400-1,800.
The reality of searching
The market is competitive due to international demand. On average, it takes 2-3 months. Hoofddorp is the most expensive, smaller villages offer alternatives.
Schiphol effect
Schiphol is located in the municipality and is the largest employer. KLM staff, baggage handlers, and security often live in Haarlemmermeer.
Business parks
The Zuidas overflow and large multinationals (Google, Microsoft, Nike) have offices here. This attracts expats and highly educated workers.
Diverse villages
Besides Hoofddorp and Nieuw-Vennep, there are villages like Badhoevedorp, Zwanenburg, Vijfhuizen and Cruquius that offer cheaper alternatives.
Neighborhoods in Haarlemmermeer
Hoofddorp-Centrum
ExpensiveLargest center with station. Many amenities, expensive.
Nieuw-Vennep
AverageSecond center in the south. Station, slightly cheaper.
Badhoevedorp
AffordableVillage next to Schiphol. Aircraft noise, but cheaper.
Zwanenburg
AverageVillage in the east. Near Amsterdam-West.
Vijfhuizen
AffordableSmall village in the north. Quiet, affordable.
Best strategy for Haarlemmermeer
Budget < €900
Rooms in Badhoevedorp or Zwanenburg. Hoofddorp is often too expensive.
Budget €900 - €1.400
Studios in Nieuw-Vennep or smaller villages. Regularly available.
Budget > €1.400
Apartments in Hoofddorp or new construction. Wide choice for this budget.
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Scam advice for Haarlemmermeer
Expat-targeting
Many expats search here - scammers take advantage of this.
Schiphol-urgentie
New staff must find housing quickly - haste leads to mistakes.
Korte-termijn fraude
So-called temporary housing for airport staff is sometimes fake.
Vooruitbetaling
Never pay before viewing, even for corporate housing.
Tips for Haarlemmermeer
Hoofddorp has a station with direct connection to Amsterdam
Badhoevedorp is cheaper but has aircraft noise
KLM and Schiphol sometimes have own housing programs
Nieuw-Vennep is growing rapidly with lots of new construction
The smaller villages often require a car for daily life
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Is Haarlemmermeer suitable for Schiphol staff?
Excellent - Schiphol is in the municipality. Many colleagues live here. Various price ranges in different villages.
How long does it take to find something?
On average 2-3 months. International demand is high. Smaller villages go faster than Hoofddorp.
What is the difference between Hoofddorp and Nieuw-Vennep?
Hoofddorp is larger, more expensive, better accessible. Nieuw-Vennep is slightly cheaper but also has a station.
Is there noise nuisance from Schiphol?
Depends on location. Badhoevedorp and Zwanenburg have more nuisance. Vijfhuizen is quieter.
Are the smaller villages suitable?
Yes, if you have a car. Cheaper and quieter than Hoofddorp. Nearby amenities are more limited though.