SSH

SSH Overview & Positioning

SSH is the largest student housing provider in the Netherlands, offering exclusively its own rooms and residences—distinct from aggregators like Pararius.

SSH Coverage & Inventory

The foundation manages over 18,000 units across six Dutch student cities, serving a large student population with both long- and short-term housing options.

SSH Pricing & Paywall

Access is free; however, specific rent amounts are not publicly listed. The cost depends on location, stay type and eligibility for student housing regulation.

SSH Features & Tools

SSH provides centralized registration, different plans (long-stay vs short-stay, including for exchange students), and allocation based on registration duration.

SSH Who Is It For?

Students enrolled in Dutch universities (including internationals and exchange students) seeking low-cost, regulated housing across key student cities.

SSH Reviews & Reputation

SSH is widely referenced by university housing pages as a reliable, affordable source; its large scale and institutional backing reinforce its credibility.

SSH Is It Worth It?

For students admitted to universities in SSH-served cities, this is often the most reliable, affordable route to housing—especially compared with market platforms like Pararius.