Living in Maastricht

Is there a housing shortage in Maastricht?

That depends on the time of year you start your search. In general, the student housing market in Maastricht gets busier every year. In August/September and January/February, the supply of available rooms can be very limited, so start your search as early as possible, even in May. Otherwise, you may not be able to find suitable accommodation at all.

Besides, it is much better if you have sorted out your accommodation during the summer months. This way, you can experience and enjoy the city before your studies begin.

So, again, be sure to start your housing search as soon as possible! That means well before you come to Maastricht. If you don’t, you may end up wasting valuable time on finding a room, which may severely affect your studies.

And please remember that arranging for your housing in Maastricht is your own responsibility. Maastricht University is unable to offer student housing. We can only give you some advice.

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Are you coming to Maastricht and looking for a place to call your new home? Or are you already living in Maastricht and ready for an upgrade? There are many ways of finding accommodation. Maastricht University has partnered with some organisations (such as 'Maastricht Housing'  and 'Match Maastricht') to help its students and employees find suitable accommodation.

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