What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Netherlands?

We asked expats what a typical home or apartment in Netherlands is like. They answered...

"A typical expat home or apartment in The Netherlands usually has an open-plan living area with large windows to let in lots of natural light. Furnished apartments will usually come with contemporary furniture and appliances, while unfurnished apartments come with basic fixtures including kitchen cabinets, bathroom fixtures and light fixtures. The majority of housing in the Netherlands is well insulated and efficient, so electricity and heating costs are generally lower than other European countries. Many apartments come with access to balconies or terraces for outdoor living, which is typical for most Dutch homes," said another expat in Netherlands.

"I live in a small flat. I have a large bedroom, a small open kitchen/living room, and a shower/toilet with no sink--so I have to use the kitchen sink. I consider this very below standards in the U.S. I did have to buy my own oven, refrigerator, and washing machine. Likewise, I had to carpet the place. To leave the floors bare was not an option--it was not a nice wood floor but more like construction material. This is pretty normal here, however, so getting the household items is easy and not too expensive," wrote a member who made the move to Rotterdam, Netherlands.

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