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?
- 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. - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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