Residential ESS project financing options in Netherlands 2026

What financing options do you offer for residential property in the Netherlands?

We offer residential property development finance, construction financing, and investment financing for residential property in the Netherlands, with a ticket size ranging from EUR 10,000,000 to EUR 50,000,000. We also provide solutions to refinance investment property.

When will affordable housing start in the Netherlands?

The Dutch government will begin providing municipalities with 7,000 euros for every affordable home whose construction starts, beginning in 2026. Housing Minister Mona Keijzer (BBB) announced the new program, called the Realisatiestimulans, designed to accelerate affordable housing construction across the Netherlands.

Can the Netherlands scale up new construction production without subsidies?

In the past, it has often proven impossible in the Netherlands to significantly scale up new construction production without substantial subsidies from the government. The multi-year government budget currently offers little hope for such a financial boost to make housing projects feasible and to realize the necessary housing.

What is the vacancy rate for Dutch institutional rental properties in 2024?

This has resulted in vacancy rates for Dutch institutional rental properties being around 1.5 percent in 2024 (MSCI). The risk of vacancies is therefore very low, as evidenced by the numerous registrations for new construction projects, which sometimes exceed availability by as much as 20 times.

How to create a new construction supply in the Netherlands?

To create additional supply, 40 percent of the total new construction target in the Netherlands must consist of mid-rental or affordable purchase homes. Both at the national level and through local authorities, efforts are being made to incorporate this into the programming of construction projects.

Do developers in Amsterdam have a 'on hold' portfolio?

CBRE conducted a survey among residential developers active in Amsterdam. Developers were asked about the number of homes they have in the planning phase, what part of their portfolio is “on hold”, and whether relaxing program requirements would allow these projects to proceed – ceteris paribus.