Finding a home isn’t just about signing a lease or contract — it’s about creating a life you love.
At Expat Things, we don’t just help you house-hunt; we make the Netherlands feel like home.
We specialize in securing long-term rentals and home purchases in the central Netherlands, covering the area from Utrecht all the way up to Almere. Whether you’re looking for a city apartment, a family-friendly suburb, or a countryside retreat, we have the expertise and connections to find the perfect home for you.
Whether you’re renting, buying, or need a little extra support settling in – we’ve got you covered.
Your journey starts here. Whether you’re searching for the perfect rental, investing in a home, or need relocation guidance, we’re ready to help. Our expertise extends across Utrecht, Almere, Hilversum, Amersfoort, Lelystad, and the surrounding regions — so wherever you’re looking, we’ve got the right connections to make it happen.
Chanté is a superstar! We tried looking on our own but having a cat makes an already challenging house hunt almost impossible. Enter Chanté, who swooped in and made magic happen. She understood what we wanted, quickly learned what we like/don't like and used her incredible network to find us a great rental that ticked all our boxes. You will not regret working with her. We cannot endorse her enough.
Claudia S The NetherlandsWe needed a new home as we were relocating to Utrecht area, and with the housing crisis in the Netherlands we felt the stress of finding a new home. Chanté assisted us with every little thing! She was amazing! Open, honest and consistency in her communication. Very professional, yet with a much needed personal and gracious attitude. She helped us with our admin, applied to many homes and apartment, and we found our dream home within a few weeks. Chanté also guided us through our new contract and help us set up utilities. We received beautiful flowers from her upon getting our keys and we felt so blessed to have her help us on this journey! Thank you!”
Simone B South AfricaI had a great experience working with Chante. My partner and I are immigrating from South Africa to the Netherlands, and speaking with her made us feel much more at ease. She was very accommodating with our schedule and gave us valuable advice on what to look out for. She's knowledgeable, professional, and willing to go the extra mile to help. I highly recommend her service!
Weon H South AfricaChante was an absolute essential in finding our Dutch home. It only took 8 days from our first meeting to a signed lease. She takes care and puts effort into finding you a home suited to exactly what you need - from personally calling agents to secure quicker viewings to a lovely housewarming present on key handover day - I cannot recommend her enough. I will definitely be using her again when we decide to purchase in the future.
Matthew W South AfricaChanté was an absolute pleasure to work with and I would recommend her without hesitation. We had 24 hours to finalise a rental agreement and reached out to her for assistance. She worked late into the night to answer all of our questions and also helped my son with inspection of the apartment a few days later. She is super professional and accommodating. Thank you Chanté!
Thevendrie B The NetherlandsAt Expat Things, we believe moving to a new country should be exciting, not overwhelming. Founded on the principle of real connections, real support, and real results, we go beyond just house-hunting. Our deep understanding of the Dutch real estate market and extensive partner network ensure you settle in effortlessly — so you can focus on what really matters: building your life in the Netherlands.
We find the right long term rental for you with expert negotiation to secure the best deal.
Navigate the Dutch housing market with expert guidance, trusted connections, and strategic negotiation skills to land your dream home.
More than a move, it’s a new life. We connect you to the best professionals for:
Rentals are equivalent to one month’s rent (incl VAT) and purchases are €3.800 (inc VAT).
Ad-hoc services are “upon enquiry” and case by case.
We believe in the strength of real connections. That’s why we’ve built a trusted network of professionals who make settling in easier, faster, and stress-free. From mortgage advisors and legal experts to language tutors, tax consultants, and renovation specialists, we connect you with the best in the business — so you always have the right support at the right time.
Hilversum
North Holland
The Netherlands
KVK registration number: 88194086
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Chanté took a daunting experience and turned it into something so exciting! She found us the place of our dreams in such a short space of time and took care of all the little add-ons I never would have thought about! This is a process I’m very glad we didn’t do alone as I think we would have had a very different outcome. I honestly could not recommend Expat Things more!
Jade C South Africa