Liberal rental contracts versus point system in Delft

In Delft, liberal rental contracts fall outside the point system and apply to private sector homes above €808.06 (2024). No mandatory point check; free price negotiation is the norm. Advantages for landlords: higher rental prices and shorter notice period of only 2 months. Tenants often benefit from better housing quality in the vibrant city centre or near TU Delft. Transition to liberal: if more than 145 points or rent above €752+, a social home becomes liberal – check this with local housing associations such as Vestia or Trivire in Delft. Rights: no rent regulation, objection possible in case of deception. Compare with social: more protection but lower rent ceiling. In Delft, liberalisation is rising due to extreme housing shortage among students and young professionals; waiting lists at housing associations run up to 10 years. Market trends: popularity of luxury apartments around Nieuwe Binnenweg and Phoenixstraat. Tip: always negotiate the indexation clause to limit increases. Legal: art. 7:251 BW. Rent allowance is rare, unless for low incomes. This segment offers flexibility in Delft's tight market, but watch out for risks such as exorbitant rents in hotspots like the city centre.