Van Der Meulen Makelaars C.V.

We have already been renting out our house for three years through Van der Meulen Makelaars, and we are extremely satisfied with their service. From the beginning, communication was clear and professional. The team is involved, reliable, and actively thinks along to get the maximum out of the rental. Thanks to their local knowledge and network, we have consistently had good tenants, and any questions or maintenance issues were handled quickly and efficiently. In short: Van der Meulen Makelaars is an absolute recommendation for anyone who wants to rent out worry-free!

Excellent, well-communicating and reliable realtor. Helped me find a house in Groningen from Breda, where he found a top property for me above expectations.

Be extremely cautious when considering renting from Van der Meulen Makelaars. My two-year lease ended with an unjustified deduction of more than € 550 from my deposit, combined with misleading claims and unnecessary stress. Just a few days before moving out, their employee, Aron, conducted a pre-inspection. He clearly stated: 'It looks like no one has ever lived here - it's perfect. Exactly as it should be.' This statement gave me confidence, as we had thoroughly cleaned and maintained the apartment. Apart from a minor omission – some crumbs in the oven from cooking the night before – the apartment was clean, undamaged, and exactly as I received it. I even recorded a complete video inspection to document its condition. After my move, I expected to receive my deposit quickly. Instead, they remained silent for a week. Only after I inquired did they respond and suddenly accused me of leaving the apartment 'extremely dirty,' claimed that there were several, unspecified items missing, and that chairs were 'broken.' Initially, they specifically accused me of missing items, including the TV cabinet and the kettle. When I promptly provided video evidence clearly showing these items standing above and on the table respectively, their only response was: 'Oh, we must have overlooked them,' after which they did not respond at all. It remains baffling and suspicious how meticulously they inspected and documented minor issues, such as dust behind heavy furniture, yet managed to overlook obviously visible large items. Despite this clear video evidence, they still retained € 250 from my deposit under the vague category 'missing items.' In reality, the chairs were not broken at all. They showed only normal wear and tear: after two years of daily use, the leatherette began to peel. I had already paid monthly costs (€ 100-150 per month) that explicitly covered normal wear and tear. However, in their final settlement, they did not even specifically mention the chairs but charged me € 250 under the vague and inexplicable category 'missing items.' Initially, they refused to specify what exactly was missing. Furthermore, they charged me € 306.32 for cleaning costs, hired 25 days after my move, including the parking costs of the cleaning company – costs that clearly should not be the tenant's responsibility – further emphasizing the unreasonable and unfair nature of their charges. When I promptly offered to return and arrange the necessary cleaning, specifically the small problem with the oven, they refused because it was 'too late.' Even worse, I was explicitly informed that my lease could not be extended because the landlord had indicated that the apartment was for sale. Relying on their word, I promptly moved with my two young children, encountered significant problems finding a new home and eventually ended up in temporary accommodation. Although I am currently not certain whether the apartment was actually sold, this situation has caused considerable problems and raised concerns about their true intentions. This experience has made me feel exploited and misled. It appears to follow a pattern: They reassure tenants verbally upon check-out. Then they remain silent regarding the return of the deposit. Weeks later, they suddenly report cleaning issues, missing items or damage. They refuse offers from tenants to fix minor problems themselves. Ultimately, they retain large amounts from the deposit with exaggerated claims. I will take legal action to recover my deposit and prevent others from experiencing similar problems. I have given Van der Meulen Makelaars and the landlord time to respond and explain why the deductions were unjustified, but they ignored me. Because they refused to resolve it, I am going to court next working day. I am sharing this review to help future tenants avoid the same stress and injustice.

Very nice and pleasant landlord. They say what they do, and do what they say. Issues are taken seriously and moreover resolved quickly and properly. Also easily accessible when needed.

Very satisfied with the service. A pleasant combination of professionalism and personal attention. Enjoyable and fast communication with sound market knowledge. Thanks to this realtor, the process went smoothly and adequately. Recommended for everyone looking for a reliable and expert realtor.

Incredibly well assisted by Van der Meulen Makelaars. Extremely friendly and helpful. Glad I chose this agency! A real recommendation.

I was very well helped! Very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend them!

Incredibly well helped by this company, compliments!

Everything was handled quickly and we were able to find a home and sign the contract while we were still in Canada, which made moving to Groningen considerably less stressful. Anne was great at explaining confusing information and was always very patient with us. The entire team is wonderful and they are truly good people you can trust, who are professional and helpful.

Van Der Meulen Makelaars helped us a lot in house viewing, contract drafting, and negotiation. They are friendly and easily accessible.

I had an excellent experience with van der Meulen Makelaars in finding my new apartment. The communication was consistently excellent; the agent Aaron was always available to answer my questions and provide updates, making me feel supported and valued as a client. Their friendly and accessible attitude made the whole process enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Well helped! Professional and customer-friendly, arrived at a nice spot.

Van der Meulen Real Estate Agents are very helpful and professional. They are very attentive and willing to go the extra mile to address personal issues. I am happy to work with them!

For more than 15 years, the team at Van der Meulen has expertly managed our charming 19th-century Groningen Schippershuisje (Skipper's House), with a view of the Noorderplantsoen and just ten minutes' walk from the center. Judith and I are fortunate that the team at Van der Meulen represents us, as they only manage top properties. For homeowners who do not yet live in Groningen and are looking for a professional and involved real estate agent for the marketing and management of their property in Groningen, Van der Meulen Makelaars is your first choice. For potential tenants seeking a luxurious living experience during their stay in Groningen, Van der Meulen Makelaars is your best choice. On both sides of the comparison: you are always well taken care of with the team at Van der Meulen Makelaars! Sincerely, Frank & Judith, Washington, DC

22 years of good experiences with van der Meulen real estate agents regarding representation of interests, brainstorming about renovation, rental advice etc. Partly because I live in The Hague, it feels familiar.

I have been renting through Van der Meulen Makelaars for more than 10 years. Pleasant and accurate cooperation and excellent service!

Very well and quickly assisted. Visited my new place within a week, signed the rental agreement and received the keys. Thanks for the good service! I am super satisfied. :-)

Van der Meulen realtor Aron is a friendly man, responds quickly. Problem with the boiler neatly solved.

I found the people at this office very responsive and direct in their handling of problems. As a tenant, I would definitely recommend them.

VDM Real Estate was able to find a beautiful spot for me in the center of Groningen. They also helped me with friendly and pleasant communication!

Van der Meulen Makelaars helped us find 5 properties for our new employees. Very pleasant contact and good feedback along the way. If you are looking for a property in Groningen, I can definitely recommend this real estate agency!

They are very unprofessional and unpleasant to deal with. They deliver homes in a dirty condition, when confronted, they refuse to acknowledge it. They often resort to personal insults and rude remarks when being addressed personally. They only repair things that are beyond repair and never maintain them. They will invent any excuse to retain your deposit and do not follow professional or legal procedures. Unfortunately, they are a housing mafia. I would avoid!

Very helpful and friendly people. My requests and questions were always answered quickly and well.

Great help during the entire rental process!

10/10 would recommend. Aron was a pleasure to work with, super helpful, friendly, respectful and made a stressful time in our lives much easier to get through. Thank you very much for everything. Very satisfied.

The company works very well. Aron was excellent from the beginning until he arrived at our home. He is helping a lot with our move from Portugal to Groningen. Thank you very much.

Van Der Muelen Real Estate excellently helped us find the right apartment in Groningen. Aron was very professional, which made my transition so much easier!

Van der Meulen Realty is a skilled and reliable company. They do what they promise.

We recently furnished and temporarily rented out our home under the management of Van der Meulen Makelaars. We can highly recommend them: friendly and pleasant towards both tenant and landlord, accurate, fast and clear in agreements, explanation and the contract.

Nice company and pleasant collaboration!

The house had a very beautiful view, high ceilings and large windows. Conveniently located near the center with a renovated interior and a small but lovely and quiet balcony. Everything was as expected and more. Thank you for the great experience!

Aron was such a kind and helpful realtor! He responded to our emails and messages and did his best to find a home for us. I can wholeheartedly recommend their services!

Deliciously smooth and great. Thank you 👍…

Excellent service, well informed and mediated

Neat, professional, solution-oriented and clear & smooth communication. Make an effort for the tenant and don't treat you like a number. Good experience!

We moved to the Netherlands last June with my husband and we thought it would be difficult to find a rental property, but luckily we got in touch with Van Der Meulen Makelaars. The collaboration went much smoother than we thought. The agent we contacted, Aron, was very helpful and worked well together.

It was a very pleasant experience to work with V.d.M.Makelaars. The communication and responses were clear and timely. The information was informative and friendly. It was a very positive impression!

When we decided to return to the Netherlands, we faced the practically impossible task of finding a new home for our family in an overheated rental market. Enter: Van der Meulen Makelaars. Friendly, professional, reliable and incredibly fast responding. The entire process of searching and finding a house could not have been more pleasant, and they found our dream house for us in every respect. Looking for a house in Groningen? Do yourself a favor and contact Van der Meulen Makelaars for a stress-free home search in this beautiful capital of Northern Netherlands.

Fast responses, friendly realtor and pleasant communication

Top company. As an expat in the Netherlands, house hunting is very stressful, but Van der Meulen made finding a home easy. Great staff and more than willing to quickly answer questions and explain the Dutch rental procedure.

Very satisfied with Van der Meulen Makelaars, good cooperation and professional.

Very kind real estate agents, I was helped nicely, quick responses and clear communication. Perfect party if you are looking for something in Groningen! I found a nice apartment in the city of Groningen through van der Meulen, very happy :)

Last year we approached Van der Meulen Makelaars for an apartment they were offering and I must say that they exceeded our expectations in every respect. From the first moment, the staff was very helpful and friendly and gave us all sorts of information and guidance, something which we as internationals moving to Groningen greatly appreciated. From the initial conversation to the final signing of the rental contract, they supported us at every step and took the time to listen to our wishes and preferences. After living here for a year, they continue to support us whenever needed. Recently, they are assisting us with signing an energy contract, clearly explaining all implications and helping us navigate the different available options. I can wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and helpful real estate agency in Groningen!

It was quite a job to find a house in Groningen where we could move in immediately. Mr. Aron and his team were very helpful and had great understanding of our wishes and circumstances. They advised us on the best house to move into with our family directly. We were very satisfied with the location of the house, close to an international school. Very conveniently located for children's education. Van der Meulen Makelaars is a very flexible and pleasant team to find a house in Groningen.

Now rented a property twice through van der Meulen. One of the few real estate agents in Groningen who respond quickly, have pleasant communication and provide quick service when there's something wrong with the property.

Thanks to van der Meulen, I found an apartment in no time at all. Very friendly and skilled. Also very responsive and accessible. Really great. I definitely recommend them. Thank you very much, van der Meulen real estate agents! Truly very happy with you and the work you have done.

Thanks to Anne, who was always very helpful and pleasant to deal with, I found a fantastic apartment. A real recommendation!