Rental Market State of Play: August 2023

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Here we present an in-depth rental market overview for London, Paris, and Amsterdam, examining recent developments and dynamics. The article focuses on London’s changing rental prospects, Amsterdam’s increasingly competitive market leading to rising rental prices, and Paris’ preparation for the Olympics and its impact on rental demand. We also provide a detailed look at average monthly rents for different property types in these cities, highlighting August’s most notable trends.

Rental Market State of Play: July 2023

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In this article, we delve into the latest rental market trends in three key cities across Europe: London, Amsterdam, and Paris. We explore how changing regulations and market dynamics are shaping the landscape for both landlords and renters. The article also provides insight into the average monthly rental figures for these cities, which highlight interesting price trends for July 2023.

Analysing Rising Rents: Implications for Employee Relocations

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According to the HomeLet Rental Index, rental prices in the UK have been steadily increasing, with the average rent in the UK being £1,229 per month as of June 2023. This represents a 10.4% increase from the previous year. The average monthly price in London has risen by 1.9% since last month to £2,077 PCM, which is 12.5% higher than in June 2022. Rising rents have become a significant concern, making it increasingly difficult for employees relocating to the country to find affordable housing. This article examines the main factors driving this trend, including housing supply and demand imbalances, inflation, and legislative changes, and discusses the implications for employee relocations.

Rental Market State of Play: June 2023

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This overview highlights summer 2023 trends in London, Amsterdam and Paris’s rental markets. Key developments include rising tenant enquiries in London, surge in non-rent controlled property enquiries in Amsterdam and Paris’ expansion of eco-friendly grants. We’ll analyse the rental market dynamics in these cities, offering monthly rent figures for different housing types.

Rental Market State of Play: May 2023

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In May’s rental market overview, we will be discussing the latest trends and developments in the rental markets of three major European cities: London, Amsterdam and Paris. With the introduction of the Renters’ Reform Bill in the UK, the impact of impending rental controls in the Netherlands, and the changing landscape of the Parisian property market, there’s plenty to explore. Read on to discover how these factors are shaping the rental market state of play in May 2023 and what it means for tenants and landlords alike.

Rental Market State of Play: April 2023

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Let’s take a look at how rental markets are faring in London, Amsterdam, and Paris. In April 2023, the London rental market showed signs of a “spring bounce” with rents climbing 0.2% after three consecutive months of decline. Meanwhile, in Paris, all four property types monitored by Klippa Relocation dropped in value, making it slightly cheaper for new tenants to secure a rental property. In Amsterdam, the rental market cooled slightly after significant rises in March, with three of the four properties monitored by Klippa dropping in value.

Rental Market State of Play: March 2023

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Let’s take a look at how rental markets are faring in London, Amsterdam, and Paris. Rental values in Greater London are declining, but year-on-year values have increased and availability remains a major concern. Paris has seen a general rise in rental prices, but tenants renting new homes receive less value-for-money in terms of space. Amsterdam may see landlords selling up and exiting the market due to proposed rent controls, impacting rental values. Rental costs in all three cities have continued to increase in March, indicating ongoing pressure on rental markets.

Make Your Relocation to the UK a Success

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The UK property rental market is suffering from a supply-demand imbalance due to a variety of factors, including limited housing supply, economic factors, changes in lifestyle and living patterns, changes in government policies, and rising mortgage rates. This has led to an increase in rental prices, making it more challenging for renters to find affordable accommodation.

Rental Market State of Play: February 2023

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Let’s take a look at how rental property markets are faring in London, Amsterdam and Paris.

Despite a small dip in month-on-month values, London rents are still on the rise – and have increased by 13% from February 2022 to February 2023. Amsterdam and Paris continue to struggle with property supply and regulations around the private rental market.

Rental Market State of Play: January 2023

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The rental markets in London, Amsterdam, and Paris opened in 2023 with a mixed perspective. Prices in London and Paris rose, while rents in Amsterdam fell for the second consecutive month. New and pending legislation on the continent is expected to have an impact on an already limited supply of properties.

Rental Market State of Play: December 2022

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Rents continue to climb in the English capital. In a report on unaffordability in London’s lettings market, The Guardian quoted statistics from agent Savills. It said in the first nine months of 2022, rent price rises broke records by increasing 13.7%. It cited the return of international students and young professionals to London as key factors, but also highlighted a reoccurring lack of rental properties as something that continues to underpin sustained rental growth.

Rental Market State of Play: November 2022

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London, Amsterdam, and Paris have had a popularity boost in the form of results from a new survey. A report set out to discover the top 10 most accessible global cities, with 3,500 people with disabilities having their say.

When it came to transport links, proximity of accommodation to attractions, shops, and restaurants, and the availability of information about accessibility, London, Amsterdam, and Paris all made the top 10.