Liberal Rental Contracts versus Point System in Zoetermeer

In Zoetermeer, liberal rental contracts fall outside the point system and apply to private sector homes above €808.06 (2024). No mandatory point check; free price negotiation is the norm. Advantages for landlords: higher rental prices and a shorter notice period of only 2 months. Tenants often benefit from better housing quality in new construction projects around Zoetermeer City Centre or Rokkeveen. Transition to liberal: if more than 145 points or rent above €752+, a social rental switches to liberal – check this with local housing associations such as Vidomes or Haga Wonen. Rights in Zoetermeer: 2 months notice period, no rent regulation and objection only in case of deception. Compare with social rent: more protection but lower price ceiling. Due to the extreme housing shortage in Zoetermeer, liberalisation is rising rapidly, with much private sector supply in Vinex neighbourhoods. Tip: always negotiate the indexation clause to limit increases. Legally based on art. 7:251 BW. Rent allowance is rare, unless for low incomes. This segment offers flexibility in a tight Zoetermeer market, but watch out for risks such as usurious rent in popular neighbourhoods like Drijschoor.