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Tips for living and renting in Amsterdam

Find out how to get the most out of living and renting in Amsterdam with our expert guides.

Amsterdam rental
by Mandy Thompson 18 Sept, 2023
Internationals are becoming increasingly interested in moving to Amsterdam on a temporary basis. The city offers the idyllic expat experience with a welcoming and lively atmosphere. Find out what you need to rent in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam centre
by James Evans 24 Aug, 2023
Amsterdam, the city of canals, bikes, and tulips, is also known for its diverse neighbourhoods. Each area offers a unique blend of history, culture, and architecture. In this article, we'll explore some of the most popular neighbourhoods and provide temporary accommodation options for your stay in Amsterdam!
Central Amsterdam Accommodation
by Mandy Thompson 10 Apr, 2023
Here's our best step by step guide to the wonderful and at times difficult world of expat rental searching in Amsterdam, complete with some tips and tricks we have learnt over the years.
Amsterdam Canal District
by Mandy Thompson 01 Sept, 2023
The top 5 reasons why City Retreat's Apartments are the best place to stay in Amsterdam. These fully furnished, short-term rentals offer all the comforts of home (minus your annoying siblings) and a few extra perks that will make your trip a breeze.
Employment in Amsterdam
by Matthew Whittaker 15 Aug, 2023
Statistics in Amsterdam are now showing that increasing numbers of people are rejecting jobs offers due to issues around finding accommodation in Amsterdam.
by Mathew Whittaker 14 Jul, 2023
Welcome to the all-you-need guide to museums in Amsterdam. Here you will find answers to all your questions about the famous museums in Amsterdam. Ranging from historical land points (Rijksmuseum) and standpoint figures in art (Van Gogh Museum) or the wonderful visual pleasures that entertain the curiosity of the mind (NXT Museum).
by Mandy Thompson 11 Jul, 2023
Amsterdam is a great place to stay for 2 or 6 months. City Retreat's appartments are the ideal option for longer stays. For people who need a place to stay for a limited time. In this article, we will explore the benefits of temporary accommodation in Amsterdam while providing many insights on how to find the best 6-month rentals.
Accommodation in Amsterdam
by James Evans 17 May, 2023
Prospective residents of Amsterdam need to choose the right accommodation in the right area in order to have a comfortable life in the city. The purpose of this guide is to help you navigate the best steps to becoming a typically comfortable and happy resident.
Parking in Amsterdam
by Mandy Thompson 13 Sept, 2022
Parking in Amsterdam and everything about parking garages, P + R, free and paid parking in the city, cheap or even free parking in Amsterdam? Read more about parking garages, parking rates and P + R locations in Amsterdam.
by James Evans 02 Aug, 2022
There are lots of benefits to renting your property to business travellers and companies, such as higher revenue, more flexible leases and increased control of your property's maintenance. However, this does come with extra work around the management of the process, and client expectations tend to be higher. City Centre Retreat finds candidate options for owners to consider and approve.
by Danielle Johnson 07 Jun, 2022
House prices in Amsterdam have never risen so fast. In January 2022, the CBS price index for existing owner-occupied homes was no less than 21.1 percent higher than in the same month a year earlier (Figure 1). This has surpassed the previous record, set in February 2000, by far.
Amsterdam Energy
by James Evans 09 May, 2022
When you register at your rental in the Netherlands, you may receive two personal residential taxes, water cleaning and drainage (waterschapsbelasting) and waiste collection (Afvalstoffenheffing).
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