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A tenant is an individual or entity that rents property from a landlord under a lease agreement.

A landlord is an individual or entity that leases property to a tenant under a rental agreement.

A security deposit is a sum held by the landlord to cover damages or unpaid rent.

Utilities are essential services such as water, electricity, and gas provided to a rental property.

Electricity is the power supply that runs appliances, lighting, and heating in rental properties.

Gas provides heating and cooking fuel in rental properties through centralized or individual connections.

Parking refers to the designated space for a vehicle, a highly sought-after and often expensive feature in Dutch cities.

A balcony is a private outdoor platform on an upper floor, a highly-prized feature in densely populated Dutch cities.

Water is the supply of potable water and wastewater services to rental properties.

Internet is the digital connectivity service that enables online access in rental properties.

Cable TV is a subscription-based television service delivered through coaxial or fiber networks.

Broadband is a high-speed internet connection offering greater bandwidth than traditional dial-up services.

A garden is a private plot of land attached to a property, a rare luxury in the Netherlands that comes with significant responsibilities.

Storage refers to a dedicated space, separate from the main living area, for keeping personal belongings.

A garage is an enclosed, lockable space for a vehicle, offering superior security and storage compared to a simple parking spot.

Heating refers to the system used to warm a property, a critical feature with major implications for comfort and energy costs in the Netherlands.

Air conditioning is a system for cooling a property's air, a rare and often self-installed luxury in the Netherlands.

Pet-friendly indicates whether a landlord permits tenants to keep pets, a notoriously restrictive aspect of the Dutch rental market.

A 'no pets' clause is a contractual term that prohibits tenants from keeping animals in a rental property, though its legal enforceability is questionable.

A property's smoking policy dictates whether tenants are permitted to smoke inside the rental unit, a rule with significant legal and practical implications.

Subletting is the practice of a tenant renting out part or all of their rental property to another person, a practice that is heavily restricted in the Netherlands.

A guarantor or co-signer is a third party who legally agrees to cover the rent payments if the tenant fails to do so.

Credit and background checks are processes used by landlords to assess a prospective tenant's financial stability and reliability.

A reference is a statement from a previous landlord or current employer used to verify a prospective tenant's reliability and financial stability.