Income Limits for Social Rental Housing

The income limit determines whether you qualify for social rental housing, with a maximum of €47,699 for single-person households and €52,671 for multi-person households in 2024 (reference date 2022). These limits are set out in the Housing Act and are indexed annually. If your income exceeds the limit, you generally do not qualify, unless through urgency or starter schemes. Verify your assessable income via the Dutch Tax and Customs Administration. Housing associations verify this through the Valuation Income. Exceptions apply to pensioners (AOW recipients) or low-income individuals receiving allowances. In major cities such as Utrecht, a reserve pool exists for middle incomes. Report changes promptly to maintain your registration. Fraud may result in exclusion for 4 years. Calculate your income using the SVB calculation tool and register with local housing exchanges to avoid surprises during allocation.