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Home Swap: Easily Exchange Your Rental Home

We’re introducing a new category in the rentals section of Huurwoningen: home swap. This offers tenants a unique opportunity to easily connect with other renters who are also looking to exchange homes.

What is a home swap?

Home swapping is a legal and approved process in the Netherlands where two tenants permanently exchange rental homes. To qualify, both parties must have a rental property, and the exchange is subject to approval by both landlords. Home swapping is an attractive option for those looking to move flexibly without high costs. It provides a practical solution when your current home no longer fits your needs—for example, due to changes in family situation, work, or personal preferences.

How does it work?

  1. Respond to a listing on Huurwoningen.nl
    See a property labeled Home Swap on Huurwoningen.nl that you're interested in? Click the Respond to this propertybutton, and we’ll redirect you to the home swap platform.
  2. List your rental home on the home swap platform
    Start by creating a listing for your current rental. Describe your home and indicate what type of home you are looking for in exchange.
  3. Receive swap proposals
    Your property and housing preferences will be matched with other tenants also looking to swap. You’ll receive relevant proposals based on your mutual criteria.
  4. Get in touch and submit a swap request
    Found a suitable match and both parties agree? You can then submit a formal swap request to your respective landlords.
  5. Time to move
    Once both landlords approve the exchange, the swap becomes official. Arrange moving help if needed and start packing!

Why choose a home swap?

✔ Easily find potential swap partners in cities across the Netherlands
✔ Automatic matching with tenants who want to exchange with your home
✔ Direct contact with other tenants interested in swapping
✔ Move faster without long waiting lists
✔ More housing options – Discover homes not listed through traditional rental channels

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