Student Housing
Finding your new home
Finding a good, affordable room is a challenge in the Netherlands, and also in Zwolle.Windesheim cooperates with national housing agency Stichting Studentenhuisvesting (SSH)(opens in new tab) and for most students there is housing available. But not for all, so please check the details below for your specific situation. In case you have to find your own housing, we reccommend to look from April onwards if you want to have a room in September.
Good to know: in the Netherlands, students usually live in student houses across the city. You may have to share the shower, toilet, kitchen and living room with other students. Pets are usually not allowed.
Housing options
Take a closer look at your accommodation options in Zwolle.
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I'm an exchange student
SSH offers furnished student rooms for exchange students in Zwolle.
- If you’re joining us in February, our International Office will send you a registration link by mid-November.
- If you’re starting in September, expect the link by mid-June.
How to book a room
Once you’ve been officially accepted into an exchange programme, your housing registration will be approved, allowing you to book a room. A detailed step-by-step guide is available on the SSH's website(opens in new tab).
Important: Registering does not guarantee a room. There are only a limited number of spots available.
Finding your own accommodation
If you can’t secure a room through SSH or prefer private housing, Windesheim recommends checking the websites listed below. Start your search early, as finding a room can be challenging if you wait too long!
If you have any questions, you can contact the International Office. Check out their contact details and opening hours for assistance.
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I'm going to study International Business
If you're planning to study International Business, you'll need to arrange your own accommodation. The good news? Over the past two years, all international students have found housing!
For first-year students, shared rooms at Talentenplein (provided by SSH(opens in new tab)) have been available, and we expect the same for September 2025. You’ll share a furnished room with another student for approximately €465 per month per person. Students who apply for this programme will receive further details about the application process, likely in May.
- Take a look inside: see photos of a Talentenplein room.
- Curious about life at Talentenplein? Julia and Pleun share their experience of sharing a room.
Start your search early!
SSH rooms can fill up quickly, so we strongly recommend starting your search in April. If you'd prefer a private room, check out the additional housing options listed below.
If you haven’t secured a place before arrival, you might consider staying in a hostel or B&B while searching for a long-term option in Zwolle.
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I'm going to study Global Project and Change Management
As a first-year student, you’re guaranteed a shared room! Since GPCM is a close-knit, community-focused programme, all students live at Talentenplein, the Windesheim Honours College (WHC) residence in the heart of Zwolle.
At Talentenplein, you’ll share a studio with one other student, making it easy to connect and settle in. Since everyone comes from different countries, you’ll explore Zwolle together and quickly feel at home. With a 40-hour study load per week, living with classmates also makes group work and homework support more convenient!
Important details
- Cost: €465 per student/month (academic year 2024/2025)
- No pets allowed
- Housing agency SSH(opens in new tab) will assist you in finding a studio.
- Once you’ve applied for GPCM, we’ll provide all the details to arrange your accommodation.
What to expect
- Take a look inside: see photos of a Talentenplein room.
- Curious about life at Talentenplein? Julia and Pleun share their experience of sharing a room.
Finding your own room in year two
After your first year, you’ll need to move out, as the rooms will be reserved for new first-year students. Finding accommodation in Zwolle can be tricky, so we strongly recommend registering with SSH as soon as you begin your first year.
If SSH doesn’t have available housing, be sure to check the websites below for alternative options.
Questions? Please contact Windesheim Honours College:
- Phone: +31 88 469 8400
- Email: honourscollege@windesheim.nl(opens in new tab)(opens in new tab)
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Finding your own room
The Study in NL website(opens in new tab) is the go-to resource for international students considering the Netherlands as a study destination. It provides key information on student housing, rent, and contracts, helping you understand what to expect.
To help you get started, we’ve listed several websites below where you can find accommodation. However, please note:
- We do not verify the reliability or quality of these providers.
- Beware of scammers targeting international students.
For tips on avoiding scams, watch this Study in the Netherlands video on YouTube(opens in new tab).
Private accommodation
Public and private housing providers: Kamernet(opens in new tab), Funda(opens in new tab), KamersZwolle(opens in new tab), KamerZwolle(opens in new tab), Domica(opens in new tab), HousingAnywhere(opens in new tab), Maxx(opens in new tab), Rentsy(opens in new tab), Rentslam(opens in new tab), Kamer.nl(opens in new tab), Huurwoningen.nl(opens in new tab), Huurzone(opens in new tab), Pararius(opens in new tab) Student Furniture(opens in new tab) and Woningzoeker.(opens in new tab)
Or search 'kamer Zwolle' on Facebook for groups like Kamers gezocht/aangeboden Zwolle.(opens in new tab)
Short stay accommodation
- Van den Brink Onroerend Goed(opens in new tab) offers modern furnished single and shared double rooms in Zwolle for one up to six months.
- Hostel De Basis(opens in new tab) offers rooms for students who are planning to stay for one or two weeks.
Student stories
International students living at Talentenplein
What's it like to live at the Talentenplein student accommodation in Zwolle? Pleun and Julia share their experience:
“Our room was one of the coziest. We used our closets to divide the space, creating our own little areas. A few months in, I bought a beautiful carpet - our pride and joy - that made it feel even homier. With plants, fairy lights, and occasional kitchen redecorations, we created a space that felt like home.”