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Terraced House

Rijtjeshuis

A terraced house, or 'rijtjeshuis', is the most common type of family home in the Netherlands, characterized by a row of identical houses sharing side walls.

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The Backbone of Dutch Suburbia

The rijtjeshuis, which literally translates to 'row house,' is the quintessential Dutch single-family home. It is the architectural backbone of post-war Dutch suburbs and represents the ideal of suburban family life for a large portion of the population. These homes are characterized by their uniformity: a row of houses, often of identical design, built in a line and sharing dividing walls with their neighbors. A typical rijtjeshuis has two or three floors, a small garden at the front and a larger, deeper garden at the back (achtertuin), often with a shed (schuur) and a back alley entrance (achterom). The ground floor typically contains the living room and kitchen, with bedrooms and a bathroom on the upper floors.

This housing type was mass-produced, particularly from the 1950s onwards, to meet the country's post-war housing needs. Its design prioritizes efficiency of land use, standardization of construction, and the creation of dense but family-friendly neighborhoods. For many Dutch people, the rijtjeshuis with a garden is the standard to which they aspire, representing a step up from an apartment and an ideal environment in which to raise children.

The Rental Market for Family Homes

While a large proportion of rijtjeshuizen are owner-occupied, they are also a significant segment of the rental market, particularly outside of the dense city centers. They are the go-to option for families, including expat families, who are looking for more space, a garden, and a quieter, more residential environment than an urban apartment can offer. The rental prices for these homes are substantial, placing them firmly in the free sector. Due to their popularity with families, the competition for rental rijtjeshuizen in desirable suburbs, particularly those with good access to international schools, can be intense.

Living in a rijtjeshuis also means closer proximity to your neighbors than in a detached house. The shared walls mean that noise can be a factor, and the Dutch value for privacy is often balanced by a community expectation of good neighborly conduct (goed nabuurschap). Issues like garden maintenance, noise levels, and the use of the back alley are common points of interaction. Renting a rijtjeshuis is not just renting a home; it's entering into the social fabric of a typical Dutch residential neighborhood.