Dichtbij Makelaardij

Conversations with the real estate agent went very smoothly and also feel personal, which gives a pleasant and familiar feeling during the sales process of a home. Furthermore, the real estate agent pays much attention to relieving the customer's concerns.

We were recommended to work with Arjan by a friend who had previously helped Arjan. Arjan and his team thoroughly explained the sales process of a house and outlined all requirements. They were very proactive and consistent in scheduling viewings and providing feedback on the thoughts of potential buyers and the questions they raised. The communication was great and thanks to their flexibility, it was easy to fit into everyone's schedule. Satisfied with the service and would recommend them!

Arjan and his team did a fantastic job selling my apartment. I am very satisfied with the communication, guidance, and result. The estimation of the sales price that Arjan mentioned in the offer stage proved to be realistic. I spoke with several real estate agents beforehand and I am happy with my choice for Dichtbij.

Arjan and his team are excellent. Extremely communicative, proactive and constantly keeping us up to date with viewings, how they went and gauging expectations of the potential buyers. The whole process was quite smooth, transparent and just an overall great experience. I would highly recommend them as a realtor. <span class='text-oranje-500'>Arjan en zijn team zijn uitstekend.</span> Ze zijn enorm communicatief, proactief en hielden ons voortdurend op de hoogte van bezichtigingen, hoe deze verliepen en de verwacht…

We were recommended to work with Arjan by a friend whom Arjan had previously helped. Arjan and his team were thorough in explaining the process of selling a house and detailing all the requirements. They were highly active and consistent in scheduling viewings and providing feedback on what potential buyers were thinking and the questions they raised. The communication was great, and their flexibility made it easy to fit everyone's schedule. Satisfied with the service and would …

I am very satisfied with the overall service of Dichtbij Makelaardij. Arjan was always available and very helpful. From critically reviewing during viewings of various apartments, to jointly deciding and extensively calling about the offers to be made, to negotiating the conditions of the purchase agreement, he always ensured the highest quality and protected my interests. I definitely recommend his agency if you are someone who wants a more personal experience and availability. As an expat buying my first house alone in the Netherlands, I couldn't ask for better!

I sold my home through Dichtbij Makelaardij. Arjan is very involved and accurate in the sales process. He takes the time and is expert. The other employees were also always friendly and customer-oriented. In short, a great real estate agent to sell your home.

I had a very smooth purchasing experience thanks to Arjan's expertise and excellent service. I can wholeheartedly recommend his services to everyone; he thinks along with you and shares useful tips. What I appreciated most was how approachable he is, he was always available to answer my questions/requests, regardless of the time of day.

I am really satisfied with the service that the Dichtbij Makelaardij office provided. Arjan was always available and provided a really personal experience. From providing a critical and holistic view in the apartments condition, having extensive calls to align on the offers we will make, to negotiating the terms of the purchase agreement, all the different steps were well executed and made the whole process more fun on the way! It felt like we were a good team and I felt that I …

We were very well assisted in searching for a home. We received help with all matters, such as the building inspection report. During the viewing, Arjan helped us greatly by looking at things that a layperson would not notice. When reviewing the contract, we were clearly explained what the options are. Dichtbij Makelaardij is definitely recommended!

The guidance during the sale of my apartment went smoothly with a professional approach. After I found a new home, the sales preparations were quickly initiated and there was sufficient time and space for viewings and feedback. The contact with Arjan and his employee(s) was quick and concise. In short, a very good experience!

I sold my home through Dichtbij Makelaardij. Arjan is very involved and accurate in the sales process. He takes the time and is expert. The other employees were also always friendly and customer-oriented. In short, a great real estate agent to sell your home.

We are very happy with our choice to work with Arjan and his team for the purchase of our first home. Arjan is transparent, skilled, and always easily accessible. He honestly gave his opinion on what he thought about a property and was even so flexible as to view homes with us in two cities. The conversations with Arjan gave us a certain peace of mind and clarity regarding what we were looking for in a home and what we wanted and needed to offer for it. We wholeheartedly recommend working with this real estate agent.

As an expat unfamiliar with the Dutch home-buying process, Arjan’s expertise, accessibility, and responsiveness were invaluable. He guided me through every step, ensuring a smooth and stress-free purchase of my apartment. I truly appreciated his professional support and efficiency, and I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking to buy a home in the Netherlands.

Respond quickly to questions, lines are short and you always have a clear answer. They are friendly and think along with you.

We are very pleased with the service provided by Arjan and his team! Skilled, transparent, and always easily accessible

We are very pleased with the service provided by Arjan and his team! Skilled, transparent, and always easily accessible.

I had a valuable and good experience with Arjan and his team. Very personal and expert approach, thank you!

Dichtbij Makelaardij is a sole proprietorship. Real estate agent Arjan Hoogenboom also has a heart for his business and his clients. He doesn't shy away from working outside of normal office hours either. Quite handy when you yourself also have a busy full-time job and can’t handle everything during normal office hours. Furthermore, use is made of fast communication methods such as WhatsApp and the digital file Move. Where all appointments, documents, questionnaires etc. can be placed. …

Arjan and his team in Dichtbij were instrumental in guiding us from the first discussion regarding expectations, preparing the house for photoshoot, and expertly managing the viewings and negotiation for the best value possible. Very responsive and always ready to support on any questions. Will strongly recommend if you have a house to sell! <span class='text-oranje-500'>Arjan en zijn team in Dichtbij Makelaardij hebben ons vanaf het eerste gesprek over de verwachtingen begeleid, het huis klaargemaakt voor de fotoshoot en de bezichtigingen en onderhandelingen vakkundig begeleid voor de best mogelijke prijs. Zeer responsief en altijd bereid om te ondersteunen bij eventuele vragen. <strong>Zeker een aanrader als je een huis te koop hebt!</strong></span>

I can wholeheartedly recommend this Real Estate Agency. They are hardworking, friendly and efficient. Their excellent English communication was a great asset. They made the entire process easy and quick and exceeded my expectations. Although they may be a little pricey for some, it is definitely worth it.

Both for the sale of our old house and for the purchase of the new house, Arjan was a pleasant realtor to communicate with and work with. He was clear and quick in his communication and helped with the to-do's. His expertise and market knowledge also proved useful in the sale of the property, everything went according to expectations. And a big plus for Arjan is that he helped out at home for the photoshoot of the sale to straighten things up. All in all, highly recommended!

From the very first moment I had a good feeling about Arjan. He is personal in his contact. When preparing for the photos, he thoughtfully helped to consider how the house would best be presented, and was able to reassure me, as I found everything quite exciting. In terms of communication and appointments, Arjan was flexible. He is there throughout the entire process, all the way to the notary. Good service therefore!

Arjan and his team at Dichtbij Makelaardij guided us from the first conversation about expectations, prepared the house for the photoshoot and viewings, and skillfully guided the negotiations for the best possible price. Very responsive and always willing to support with any questions. Definitely recommended if you have a house for sale!

I highly recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij. They're hardworking, kind, and efficient. Their excellent English communication was a great asset. They made the entire process easy and fast, exceeding my expectations. While they might be a bit pricey for some, it's definitely worth it.

Both for the sale of our old house and for the purchase of the new house, Arjan was a pleasant realtor to communicate with and work with. He was clear and quick in his communication and helped with the to-do's. His expertise and market knowledge also became apparent with the sale of the property, everything went as expected. And a big plus for Arjan is that he helped out at home for the photoshoot of the sale to straighten things up. All in all, highly recommended! …

A true professional, with a personal touch. Both for the sale and for the purchase, Arjan was a valuable real estate agent. He was clear in his communication, sharp on the to-do's, and good at getting his foot in the door for viewings. It gave me peace of mind to be able to trust him during these big steps in my life and I am grateful for all the advice, guidance and help he has provided over the past months.

With Dichtbij Makelaardij, we confidently had our house sold. We are very happy and satisfied with the service and can recommend the real estate agent!

Near Agent thought along and proposed an alternative. That advice very very likely promoted the sale.

My expectations/wish was that my house would be sold quickly for a good price, without me having to worry about it much. That all happened!

We met Arjan when we were buying our new house. We preferred to work with him when selling our house because of his professional approach. We sold our house quickly. We were very pleased to work with him.

We got to know Arjan when we bought our new house. We preferred to work with him on the sale of our house because of his professional approach. We sold our house quickly. We found it very pleasant to work with him.

We wanted to view a house, but during the open houses day it turned out to be too much to ask to have the door opened for us. We literally saw people standing inside, but were spoken to unfriendly on the phone and had to figure things out ourselves. This says enough about the organization and the mentality of the employees.

From the very first moment I had a good feeling about Arjan. He is personal in his contact. When preparing for the photos, he thoughtfully helped to consider how the house would best be presented, and was able to reassure me, as I found everything quite exciting. In terms of communication and appointments, Arjan was flexible. He is there throughout the entire process, all the way to the notary. Good service therefore!

Through Mijn Verkoopmakelaar, we got acquainted with several real estate agents, but ultimately chose Arjan. Arjan is skilled in his profession. The house that has since been sold is a property where I myself have not lived for years. Arjan took care of us by arranging as much as possible himself and being present. Despite the fact that the house was outdated, we are satisfied with the end result.

Very pleasant and professional real estate agent. Always quick response and short lines of communication. We are very satisfied.

A true professional, with a personal touch. Both for the sale and for the purchase, Arjan was a valuable real estate agent. He was clear in his communication, sharp on the to-do's, and good at getting his foot in the door for viewings. It gave me peace of mind to be able to trust him during these big steps in my life and I am grateful for all the advice, guidance and help he has provided over the past months.

Thank you for your excellent service as a purchasing agent. You were always available, quickly answered my questions, and helped me make well-considered decisions. The entire process went smoothly and stress-free thanks to your expertise. I am very satisfied and wholeheartedly recommend your services.

Recently, we sold my father's house with the help of Arjan. Very friendly real estate agent who has passion for his work. We are very satisfied with the communication. Everything is very clear with him! He thinks along with you in all areas, which I personally find very pleasant. We are grateful!

Arjan excellently helped us with the purchase of our first home. He guided us through every step of the process. We encountered a number of challenges along the way, but Arjan handled these professionally and kept us well informed. Overall, we had a positive experience and would recommend Arjan to anyone buying a house for the first time.

Very friendly, good service, actively involved. Easily accessible even outside office hours. Young, experienced realtor. Recommended.

Arjan was a great help in buying our first home. He guided us through each step of the process. We had a few challenges along the way, but Arjan handled them professionally and kept us well-informed. Overall, we had a positive experience and would recommend Arjan to anyone buying a home for the first time.

From day one, Arjan demonstrated exceptional transparency and offered a fair price. As an expat, I appreciated his unwavering support throughout the home-buying process. He was diligent in asking all the necessary questions and securing the required documentation, reflecting his dedication to finding me the perfect home. Additionally, Arjan meticulously reviewed the purchase contract and negotiated with the seller, ensuring my interests were well-protected. I highly recommend Ar…

Excellent real estate agent !! Arjan helped us excellently in preparing for the creation of photos, video and the guidance from the first contact until the transfer. Attention to detail and to the point.

Arjan has an eye for detail and pays attention to aspects I, as a buyer, would never have thought of. He was always available for questions, gave valuable advice, and ensured that I was fully informed throughout the entire process. Thanks to the professional and caring approach, I felt supported at every step of the purchase. I can highly recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij to anyone looking for a house. Their dedication, expertise, and personal approach make all the difference. Thank you for the service!

From day one, Arjan showed exceptional transparency and offered a fair price. As an expat, I appreciated his unwavering support throughout the entire house purchasing process. He was diligent in asking all necessary questions and securing the required documentation, which reflected his dedication to finding the perfect home for me. Furthermore, Arjan carefully reviewed the purchase agreement and negotiated with the seller, ensuring my interests were well protected. I can wholeheartedly recommend Arjan due to his professionalism and commitment, which make him an excellent real estate agent.

Recently, my husband and I sold our house with the help of Arjan. He was the selling agent for our new home, and due to this pleasant experience, we chose Arjan for the sale of our old house. Arjan is a passionate realtor who was always ready for us. Wasn't always immediately reachable, but always called back as soon as possible. He never let it wait a day. Arjan kept us well informed about the process. Is perfectionistic in his work, which ensured that our house came onto the market as optimally as possible. We had a pleasant purchase and sale process and highly recommend Arjan!

Arjan has an eye for detail and pays attention to aspects I, as a buyer, would never have thought of. He was always available for questions, gave valuable advice, and ensured that I was fully informed throughout the entire process. Thanks to the professional and caring approach, I felt supported at every step of the purchase. I can highly recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij to anyone looking for a house. Their dedication, expertise and perso...

Bought a beautiful apartment together with Arjan, quickly achieved such a nice result in these turbulent times. Arjan was super sharp from the beginning and guided me through the process with great attention, from the viewing, reading of the documents, negotiation to signing at the notary. His help and advice gave me a lot of confidence. He was readily available for questions at all times, also appreciate his legal background and definitely not a 9 to 5 mentality. I would recommend Dichtbij Mak…

Everything went well and quickly, thanks to Arjan, possibly again through Dichtbij Makelaardij for a next purchase or sale

We decided to buy a house in the Capelle area and while we were in Funda, we saw Dichtbij Makelaardij and we were impressed by the reviews that we saw on the internet and contacted him. He immediately arranged a meeting with us (even though it was not in his business hours) to understand our criterias and blocked his calendar for the next day for the viewing appointment. We were impressed about his agility and flexibility because it was a short notice and he managed. Many times w…

We decided to buy a house in the Capelle area and while we were on Funda, we saw Dichtbij Makelaardij and I was impressed by the reviews that I saw on the internet and contacted him. He immediately arranged a meeting with us (even though it was not during his business hours) to understand our criteria and blocked his calendar for the next day for the viewing appointment. We are impressed about his agility and flexibility because it was a short notice notification and he managed. Many time…

I am very satisfied with the purchasing agent. He was easily accessible via WhatsApp, even outside of office hours, which was very convenient. His expertise gave a lot of confidence during the purchase process and the communication flowed pleasantly and clearly. In his absence, an expert colleague takes over. Absolutely recommended if you are looking for a customer-oriented agent.

Through the purchase of our new house, we came into contact with Dichtbij Makelaardij. The pleasant way in which the real estate agent spoke to us, took time for us and answered our questions made us feel confident about buying this house. Also, the further course of the purchase of our new house felt so pleasant that we asked Arjan to sell our house. The personal guidance, attention and striving for perfection we experienced as very pleasant. Omda...

We have entered into a collaboration with Dichtbij Makelaardij because this real estate agent is known for his personal contact. We are very positive about Arjan. He helped us with the necessary documents and questions. Working together went smoothly.

My husband and I bought our first house (apartment) thanks to Arjan! Without him, we probably wouldn't have achieved such a good result so quickly. We don't know much about the housing market ourselves, but Arjan was super sharp from the beginning and guided us with great attention through the process; from the viewing to signing at the notary. His help and advice gave me enormous confidence. He was always accessible for questions and is also very friendly. I would definitely recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij!

From the initial consultation, we had a good feeling about Dichtbij Makelaardij, and that feeling never went away. We were helped expertly and enthusiastically, at any time of day when we needed it. Even during the viewing, Arjan was an enormous help, knowing well which points we could critically consider. He had also done a lot of research into the property itself, and ensured that we were always well informed. And all of this at a very competitive price. I would recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij to everyone!

We got in contact with Arjan when we went to view our new home. Arjan took the time to answer all of our questions and seemed knowledgeable. For us, the choice was therefore quickly made to have Dichtbij Makelaardij sell our house. We were wonderfully helped by Arjan and he was always available for our questions, even in the late evening hours. This was very pleasant and easy to combine with my own work. We would definitely recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij. Thank you Arjan!

We came into contact with Dichtbij Makelaardij when viewing our new home. Communication with Arjan was very pleasant and personal from the first moment. Arjan is knowledgeable, could answer our questions well, and took the time to do so. With this positive experience, we had complete confidence in letting Dichtbij Makelaardij sell our own home. Arjan guided us well and took us step by step through the entire sales process from A to Z. For Arjan, accuracy and precision -without a doubt- are very important, and you notice it in everything. He clearly has passion for his profession. Dichtbij Makelaardij is an absolute recommendation. We are super satisfied, thank you Arjan!

Contact was excellent. I am very satisfied and can recommend him to everyone. The after-sales service was also very pleasant.

My husband and I bought our first house (apartment) thanks to Arjan! Without him, we probably wouldn't have achieved such a great result so quickly. We don't know much about the housing market ourselves, but Arjan was super sharp from the beginning and guided us with great attention through the process; from the viewing to signing at the notary. His help and advice gave me enormous confidence. He was always available for questions and is also h…

From the initial consultation, we had a good feeling about Dichtbij Makelaardij, and that feeling never went away. We were helped expertly and enthusiastically, at any time of day when we needed it. During the viewing as well, Arjan was an enormous help, who knew very well which points we could critically examine. He had also done a lot of research into the property itself, and ensured that we were always well informed. And all that at a very competitive price. I would…

We got in contact with Arjan when we went to view our new home. Arjan took the time to answer all of our questions and seemed knowledgeable. For us, the choice was therefore quickly made to have Dichtbij Makelaardij sell our house. We were wonderfully helped by Arjan and he was always available for our questions, even in the late evening hours. This was very pleasant and easy to combine with my own work. We would definitely recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij...

We came into contact with Dichtbij Makelaardij when viewing our new home. Communication with Arjan was very pleasant and personal from the first moment. Arjan is knowledgeable, could answer our questions well, and took the time to do so. With this positive experience, we had complete confidence in letting Dichtbij Makelaardij sell our own home. He guided us well and took us step by step through the entire sales process from A to …

Arjan approached us and after a personal conversation, we went ahead with him for the sale of our terraced house. In my opinion, he's a typical salesman with a fantastic way of talking! He could still learn a thing or two in terms of administration and times of contact, but it wasn’t bad. You sometimes get a call, message, or document at 10:00 PM or later. However, he didn't have an easy task with sellers who couldn't make it work financially and wanted to move quickly, quickly, quickly. All in all, more than perfectly fine.

We got to know Arjan when buying our new house, and were very charmed by his calm and pleasant way of showing us the property. He gives you, as a viewer, all the time to properly absorb the house and is well informed about all the details of the house. We decided to ask him to sell our current house too, which went very well. He pays attention to you as a buyer and takes his time, keeps track of all necessary matters and is always available for questions. Thanks to his attention to detail, we were able to prepare the house well for photos and viewings; he neatly arranged the viewings and provided extensive feedback. He also handled the final stage of the sale swiftly and expertly. Arjan is definitely recommended!

While viewing the house we purchased, we met Arjan. He took plenty of time for the viewing and really let us experience the house. We also wanted that way of working for the sale of our house. The way Arjan arranges things and makes appointments is very clear and neat. He informs you about all developments and thinks along well with you. The possibility to view for several days in a row and then work with bids was very pleasant. Arjan sold our house for a very tidy price, above the asking price and in a very short time.

Review Dichtbij Makelaardij, Arjan is an enthusiastic, driven and personal real estate agent. From the very first contact, the feeling was good and familiar. Arjan is someone who literally stands ready for you day and night and no question is too much. This is how Arjan distinguishes himself from established real estate agents and does not have a 9-to-5 mentality. We also received positive feedback from the people who viewed our house and were surprised by the enthusiasm and knowledge of the agent. So all credits to Arjan. Our house was sold quickly for a good price. Therefore, in summary, very satisfied and will definitely recommend Arjan in the future.

Dichtbij Makelaardij was recommended to us by friends. They really put thought into getting our house ready for sale and paid a lot of attention to the photos. Arjan acted quickly in putting our house online, which was arranged within 2 weeks. The viewings and sale also proceeded quickly. Our house was sold above the asking price within 10 days after being listed.

Arjan is someone who crawls over the ground, hangs from the ceiling and opens/turns/pushes everything that can be opened. He looks for all holes, cracks and indentations that you would miss, nothing escapes him almost. He thinks of/asks everything you wouldn't have thought of. Besides paying attention to the house, he also pays attention to you; you can text him all day with any questions you have and you still get an answer after 20:00. It seems like everything revolves around you ;) We chose Arjan because we were buying a house for the first time and didn't know anyone who could show us the ropes. It feels like you’re looking at a mountain, knowing you have to arrange all sorts of things, but not really knowing what exactly you need to arrange. Especially since we wanted to live in a very desirable neighborhood in Rotterdam, where finding a home is difficult anyway, we already felt discouraged. The first call with Arjan immediately felt right; he took the time to listen to our concerns and what our wishes were. It also helps enormously that he’s such an enthusiastic man, which spontaneously makes you even more enthusiastic about buying a house. If we hadn't had Arjan, we probably wouldn't have been able to buy our house. Wanting to live in a desirable neighborhood often means full viewings within a few hours where you can’t get through. We were on vacation at the time but really wanted to see the house. Even though the viewings were full and we couldn’t go, Arjan went alone and sent us photos and videos of the property. Ultimately, he managed to arrange for us to be able to view the house when we returned. So thanks to Arjan, we were able to buy our dream house. What's also super nice is the fact that Arjan studied law. He doesn’t just look at your house but sends you all the documentation so you get a good picture of the house and he reviews the purchase agreement. The negative points for us, he was able to adjust them together with the selling broker (such as extending the time to finalize financing). All in all, Arjan is a top performer; in the future we will definitely ask Arjan again to help us.

Buying a house for the first time feels scary, because you have absolutely no idea what awaits you. By chance, we ended up with Arjan and what a pleasant surprise that was. Arjan guided us incredibly well through the process before, during and after the purchase of our dream home. I couldn't have wished for better guidance. The commitment, patience and attention he had for me and my wife were enormously reassuring. Nothing is too much trouble for Arjan, you want to know something, have it checked or arranged, you only need to snap your fingers and it’s done. All you have to do is choose a house you want to view and he arranges the rest, taking a load off your shoulders. Thanks to Arjan, I was able to buy my dream house in Nesselande. A tough market where few homes come on the market and overbidding is unfortunately the norm. Thanks to Arjan, despite a crowded viewing, we were still able to get a spot to view, he gave us advice on the bid and now we are proud homeowners. Without paying too much or fuss. Thank you for everything Arjan, we will definitely come back as clients!

Via Google we came to Dichtbij Makelaardij for the sale of our house. Arjan quickly contacted us for an initial introductory meeting, where he took plenty of time to get to know us and our house. Because of the personal connection and optimistic outlook, we chose Arjan as our selling agent. Communication with Arjan during the sales process was quick, direct, and clear. Arjan is easily accessible, even outside office hours or during vacations. Arjan thought along with our wishes and interests and ultimately sold our house well above the already optimistic asking price!

Arjan is truly a kind and friendly person. His expertise and extensive research into the housing market were truly impressive. He guided us during the viewings and the technical inspection, allowing us to get a good picture of the properties we considered. He not only gave clear answers to all our questions but also led us through the decision-making process. Within just 3 viewings, we were able to secure the property. He helped us connect with other professionals such as Mortgage Advisor, Technical Inspector, Property Appraiser and Notary. In short, excellent service and I can recommend him without hesitation.

We have now been living in the Netherlands for almost 2 years and were very interested in buying a home. Soon we noticed, like many others, the complexity of the Dutch housing market. Despite the challenges, we continued to actively look for a suitable property, sometimes against the inclination to give up. During this process, we saw a sign with 'Dichtbij makelaardij' nearby on a beautiful Sunday morning. As we were also looking for a buyer's agent, we contacted Dichtbij Makelaardij and got involved in introductory discussions with Arjan. Although we really wanted to buy a house, we couldn't find suitable options in the desired neighborhood. We contacted Arjan, and he advised us to continue searching, hoping that something suitable would appear. A few months later, a house appeared on Funda in the neighborhood where we would like to continue living. We requested a viewing from the selling agent. After viewing the property, we quickly contacted Arjan of Dichtbij Makelaardij, who promptly arranged an additional viewing that same afternoon. After the viewing, Arjan informed us extensively about the possibilities and the purchase process that lay ahead for us. This was very pleasant, especially because it concerned our first home purchase. In short, the service from Arjan was extremely enjoyable. He supported us in every step, from the initial viewing and offer to the final inspection and transfer. We experienced the collaboration with Arjan as very positive and wholeheartedly recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij.

Arjan has perfectly informed us from day 1 until now about the status of affairs. This includes neatly reporting on the viewings and, after a viewing, a short summary and notification that he was leaving the house again. In addition, he is a very friendly man and is constantly available via Whatsapp or telephone to answer your questions. For us, everything was 100% perfect.

I can recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij to everyone. I don't understand the purchasing process at all myself, and Arjan helped me through it well. His legal knowledge is excellent and that proves very useful. The guidance is pleasant, and that also applies to the mutual discussion with each other about the best approach.

This year I started looking for a first house for myself. Given the inexperience of such a large purchase, I consulted my friend who has already purchased real estate before. My girlfriend strongly recommends Dichtbij Real Estate and shared the contact details of Arjan who helped her with her purchase previously. Arjan contacted me very quickly, even though he was on vacation at that time, because I wanted to make an offer on an apartment and had a very short deadline. He asked for help from his colleague to assess the apartment for me and called me several times to explain all the details about the procedures for buying real estate, which was very informative. The service agreement was arranged very efficiently and Arjan was always very responsive in communication. During a few joint house viewings, I noticed that he was very detailed in checking the houses/apartments, which is reliable for me. Ultimately, after only 4 viewings, I closed a deal because Arjan gave very useful advice about the offer price. With the current housing market, I managed to get the property slightly below the asking price. In addition to the above, Arjan also put me in contact with some other professionals (mortgage services, appraisal service and notary) to ensure that the entire process of completing the purchase runs as smoothly as possible. I am very happy with all the help I received from Arjan and I wholeheartedly recommend everyone who needs professional assistance when buying a home to choose Dichtdij Real Estate and Arjan.

A friend of ours introduced us to Arjan, he has been helpful from the beginning, he guided us through the entire process of buying a house. Because we are not Dutch, extra attention was needed and he did not disappoint our expectations. We were our first place when he was on vacation, but his reaction and availability were quick. Every time we needed it, he was ready to give us an answer and help us. When we finally came home, he arranged everything. Thanks to Dichtbij Makelaardij, buying a house in the Netherlands went completely smoothly. We are very satisfied with their service. Highly recommended!

When we were looking for a house, a friend recommended Dichtbij Real Estate Agency. After the initial no-obligation consultation, we decided to go with Dichtbij Real Estate Agency because we liked Arjan's enthusiasm. Arjan accompanied us at all viewings. During the viewings, Arjan proactively inspected the property with us and gave input that helped us make a decision. Despite the current market, with the help of Dichtbij Real Estate Agency, we were able to buy the house for an amount well below the asking price. I would wholeheartedly recommend Arjan/Dichtbij Real Estate Agency!

We were recommended to work with Arjan by a friend who recently bought a house through him. We had received positive feedback about him. Arjan is always punctual, enthusiastic and thorough in checking the potential property. He also guided us through the entire purchase process with notary, mortgage etc. Despite the current seller's market, we were able to buy the house below the asking price. He made the entire purchasing process run smoothly for us. Definitely recommended to work with him!

Arjan has excellently helped us with the purchase and sale of the house. We achieved the result we were aiming for. Arjan is expert and pays attention to detail. His name 'Dichtbij' (Nearby) does him justice, because Arjan is always accessible and always willing to provide expert advice/answer. We wholeheartedly recommend Dichtbij Real Estate.

Arjan from Dichtbij Makelaardij helped us incredibly well with the sale of our house. Always easily accessible and thinks along well. If you are looking for a real estate agent in this region, we can definitely recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij!

I found Arjan via Funda, and from there he helped me with the search for my first home to buy. Arjan is available during evenings, which works very well if you are not or hardly accessible during the day due to work. I also appreciate that Arjan doesn't think in terms of defined tasks (what exactly is his responsibility) but really thinks along with you and helps with everything involved in buying your first house. Ultimately, after several viewings, a beautiful apartment was found in Rotterdam, in the neighborhood I was looking for!

Arjan is a driven real estate agent with attention to detail. He is easy to reach and always transparent. I would definitely recommend him.

There were too many things to arrange when buying a house. Arjan could use his expertise and experience to do the research and negotiate a favorable price, below the asking price, even in a starter home segment that was competitive. When I started the collaboration, knowing what kind of house I wanted, Arjan acted quickly and kept me informed/discussed all ways we could proceed. He guided the entire process and ensured he was present at all steps (Valuation, Mortgage and Notary). He took the stress out of buying a house and his services paid for themselves based on the negotiation results. In short, highly recommended.

Arjan was recommended to us by a satisfied family member, who he also guided, and I am certainly not disappointed, on the contrary. Selling your house is something you don't do every day. You need skilled help with that, and Arjen certainly provided it. For service and guidance, as far as I’m concerned, a ten plus. The sales process went flawlessly and I can absolutely recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij.

Thank you for your excellent service as a purchasing agent. You were always available, quickly answered my questions and helped me make well-considered decisions. The entire process went smoothly and stress-free thanks to your expertise. I am very satisfied and wholeheartedly recommend your services. Kind regards,

Excellent real estate agent. Good salesperson, good conversationalist and strong communicator. Didn't have an easy time with our house, due to a dropping-out first buyer. Nevertheless, handled more than adequately.

Dichtbij Makelaardij was recommended by family. Arjan left a very pleasant, positive and promising impression during our first meeting. He is always easily accessible and delivers on his promises. He provides direct feedback after viewings and took our wishes into account. He advised us expertly, which ultimately resulted in a quick and good sale. We certainly recommend Dichtbij Makelaars.

Arjan from Dichtbij Makelaardij is careful, involved and very flexible & accessible to achieve the goal with us; we sold our house really nicely with him!

Arjan helped us with selling our house. The contact was smooth and easy. He likes to think along with you and helps where needed. Furthermore, he is easily accessible. Finally, our house was sold for a good price. We definitely recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij!

We got to know Arjan when we bought our new house, and were very charmed by his calm and pleasant way of showing us the property. He gives you, as a viewer, all the time to take in the house properly and is well informed about all the details of the house. We decided to ask him to sell our current house too, and that went very well. He pays attention to you and spends time with you as a buyer, keeps track of all necessary matters and is always b…

While viewing the house we purchased, we met Arjan. He took plenty of time for the viewing and really let us experience the house. We also wanted that way of working for the sale of our house. The way Arjan arranges things and makes appointments is very clear and neat. He informs you about all developments and thinks along well. The possibility to view for multiple days in a row and then work with bids was very…

Arjan, the purchasing broker, was very expert and excellently helped with the purchase. During the viewing, he showed his expertise and examined every detail of the house. Afterwards, all documents were carefully reviewed and he was able to formulate the right questions, so that possible defects were identified. Subsequently, we were able to buy the house below the asking price, through his advice on the bids and his communication with the selling party…

Via Funda we came to Arjan from Dichtbij Makelaardij. The contact with Arjan went smoothly and easily. He likes to think along with you and helps where needed. Also, he works with a good photographer. Furthermore, he guides you well through the sales process. In short, we highly recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij!

Review Dichtbij Makelaardij, Arjan is an enthusiastic, driven and personal real estate agent. From the very first contact, the feeling was good and familiar. Arjan is someone who is literally available for you day and night and no question is too much. This is how Arjan distinguishes himself from established agents and does not have a 9-to-5 mentality. We also received positive feedback from the people who viewed our house and were surprised by the enthusiasm and knowledge of…

Arjan's expertise in the housing market and his helpful nature are really appreciable. I highly recommend him without hesitation. Thank you!

He was the fifth broker I had contacted. I had never been in contact with a broker before, so I also had no idea how to choose a broker. For me, it was still a matter of feeling. The first impression I got from him was very good, and that turned out to be completely justified later. He was extremely helpful and always available when something was needed. He sold the house for a higher amount than I had expected.

Dichtbij Makelaardij was recommended to us by friends. They really put thought into getting our house ready for sale and paid a lot of attention to the photos. Arjan acted quickly in putting our house online, which was arranged within 2 weeks. The viewings and sale also proceeded quickly. Our house was sold above the asking price within 10 days after being listed.

Via Google we came to Dichtbij Makelaardij for the sale of our house. Arjan quickly contacted us for an initial introductory meeting where he took plenty of time to get to know us and our house. Because of the personal connection and the optimistic outlook, we chose Arjan as our selling agent. The communication with Arjan during the sales process was quick, direct, and clear. Arjan is easily accessible, even outside office hours or during vacation...

First of all, Arjan is really a nice and friendly person. His knowledge and in-depth research regarding the housing market are truly outstanding. During the house search, he provided clear answers to all of our questions and assisted us in the decision-making process. He accompanied us in all the house viewings and as well as during the technical inspection of the house. In the midst of the housing market's turbulence, we successfully got the house within just 3 viewings, which …

We have now been living in the Netherlands for almost 2 years and were very interested in buying a home. We quickly noticed, like many others, the complexity of the Dutch housing market. Despite the challenges, we remained actively searching for a suitable property, sometimes against the inclination to give up. During this process, we saw a sign with 'Dichtbij real estate agency' nearby on a beautiful Sunday morning. As we were also looking for a buyer’s agent, we contacted…

Buying a house for the first time feels scary because you have absolutely no idea what awaits you. By chance, we ended up with Arjan and what a pleasant surprise that was. Arjan guided us incredibly well through the process before, during, and after purchasing our dream home. I couldn't have wished for better guidance. The commitment, patience, and attention he had for me and my wife were enormously reassuring. Nothing is too much ask…

Arjan is someone who crawls over the ground, hangs from the ceiling and opens/turns/pushes everything that can be opened. He looks for all holes, cracks and pits that you would miss, he misses almost nothing. He thinks about/asks everything you wouldn't have thought of. Besides paying attention to the house, he also pays attention to you; you can text him all day with any questions you have and still get an answer after 20:00. It seems as if all…

Arjan has perfectly informed us from day 1 until now about the status of affairs. This includes neatly reporting on the viewings and, after a viewing, a short summary and notification that he was leaving the house again. In addition, he is a very friendly man and is constantly available via Whatsapp or telephone to answer your questions. For us, everything was 100% perfect.

I can recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij to everyone. I don't understand the purchasing process at all myself, and Arjan helped me through it well. His legal knowledge is excellent and that proves very useful. The guidance is pleasant, and that also applies to the mutual discussion with each other about the best approach.

I chose a local real estate agent because he knows the market best and the contact is a bit more personal. I was very happy with Dichtbij realtor. His approach and explanation were clear from the first conversations. And subsequently, I was closely involved in everything. He managed to attract considerable targeted interest in the property, which ultimately led to an excellent sales result. This real estate agent delivered great work and…

Contact with the real estate agent went well, Arjan responds quickly to messages. Our house was -albeit slightly below the asking price- sold quickly. Arjan works with a professional photographer and it's enjoyable working with her.

This year I started searching for a first home for myself. Given the inexperience of such a big purchase, I have consulted my friend who has bought properties before. My friend highly recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij to me and shared with me the contact details of Arjan who helped her with her purchase before. Arjan reached out to me very soon regardless of the fact that he was on holiday at the time because I wanted to put a bid on an apartment and had a very short deadline. He as…

A friend of ours introduced Arjan, he has been helpful since the beginning, he has driven us through the all process of buying home. As we are not Dutch, an extra attention was needed and he did not disappoint our expectation. We viewed our first place when he was on holiday, but his response and availability was fast. Anytime we needed he was ready to give us response and help us out. When we finally got home he took care of everything. Thanks to Dichtbij Makelaardij, buying house in Th…

Big thank you to the agency makelaar who has helped us immensely in the process for buying our house. They have made the process easy and stress-free, they have looked after all the paperwork and advised us accordingly at each step throughout the whole process of buying our house.

Arjan has excellently helped us with the purchase and sale of the house. We achieved the result we were aiming for. Arjan is expert and pays attention to detail. His name 'Dichtbij' (Nearby) does him justice, because Arjan is always accessible and always willing to provide expert advice/answer. We wholeheartedly recommend Dichtbij Real Estate.

When we started looking for a house, a friend recommended Dichtbij Makelaardij. After the initial non-obligatory meeting we decided to go for Dichtbij Makelaardij because we liked Arjan’s enthusiasm. Arjan accompanied us for all the viewings. During viewings, Arjan proactively inspected the house with us and provided inputs which helped us to make decision. Despite the current market, with the help of Dichtbij Makelaardij we were able to buy the house for an amount substantially...

We got recommended to work with Arjan by a friend who recently bought a house through Arjan. We had received positive feedback about him. Arjan is always punctual, enthusiastic and thorough to check the potential house. He also guided us through the entire buying process involving notary, hypotheek etc. Despite the current seller’s market, we were able to buy the house below the asking price. He made the entire buying process smooth for us. Definitely recommend working with him!…

I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the excellent service I received from DichtbijMakelaars. From the very first contact to the successful completion of my home purchase, they consistently demonstrated professionalism and dedication. The process of buying a house can be overwhelming, especially with the current real estate market. Fortunately, Arjan guided me through every step of the process and provided me with valuable advice. He understood m…

We experienced the collaboration with Arjan from Dichtbij Makelaardij as very pleasant. Arjan has a very friendly and expert way of approaching things. He kept us well informed about the status of the sale and advised us honestly when making our decision. We can certainly recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij to everyone who plans to sell their house.

Arjan from Dichtbij Makelaardij helped us incredibly well with the sale of our house. Always easily accessible and thinks along well. If you are looking for a real estate agent in this region, we can definitely recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij!

I found Arjan via Funda, and from there he helped me with the search for my first home to buy. Arjan is available in the evenings, which works very well if you are not or hardly accessible during the day due to work. I also appreciate that Arjan doesn't think in terms of defined tasks (what is exactly his responsibility) but really thinks along and helps with everything involved in buying your first home. Ultimately after several viewings ee...

I recently had the privilege of working with Arjan as a buying agent. From start to finish, Arjan`s professionalism, expertise and dedication to achieving the best possible results really stood out. What impressed me most about Arjan is his excellent communication skills. Arjan's ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner was truly impressive and made the entire purchasing process smooth. Arjan's extensive knowledge of the local real estate marke…

Arjan really makes time for you and is easily accessible. He coordinates the appointments well with you and is punctual and professional.

Arjan, from Dichtbij Makelaardij, we first met through Funda. He is a friendly yet businesslike man from whom we benefited greatly during the purchase of our apartment, especially from his legal knowledge. We had already viewed the property and agreed with the seller on the price. Since it was an apartment in an apartment building with a complex legal structure, we needed a real estate agent and lawyer who could help us in…

There were too many things to take care of while purchasing an house, Arjan was able to use his expertise and experience to do the research and negotiate a favourable price, below the asking price even in a starter home segment which has been competitive. On starting the collaboration knowing what kind of house I wanted, Arjan moved fast and kept me updated/discussed all the ways we could proceed. He provided assistance through out the process and made sure to check in/help at a…

My partner and I found the entire process with Dichtbij Makelaardij to be very professional. They guided us well in the targeted purchase of a home. The personal touch from Arjan was truly exceptional here!

Highly recommended. Dichtbij Makelaardij has helped me to sell m'n woning swiftly, even in deteriorating circumstances, achieving a result above expectation. Recommended. Dichtbij Makelaardijk helped me sell my apartment quickly, despite worsening market conditions, with a result beyond my expectations.

Buying and selling a house is something we fortunately don't do every day and it certainly comes with a lot of stress. We first bought a house through Arjan and also sold our own house through Arjan. In both cases, we were very pleased because he does what he…

Arjan from Dichtbij was incredibly thorough and attentive when inspecting potential houses that we would like to buy. He was proactive and expert and helped us understand the market and how we could successfully negotiate. It gave us a feeling of confidence to have him on our team! Recommended!

The service that Arjan provided was great. Arjan could answer our questions, he explained what we could expect and made sure we felt comfortable with the decisions we were making. Arjan's advice was well-founded and he…

First of all, Arjan is a very nice person. Secondly, he is an expert in finding suitable houses and negotiating with the sellers for the best price. In addition, he is also very professional in his work; So…”}                                                                                                                     

All contact with our broker Arjan was very good. He always responded to us quickly and expertly. Exactly what you need and expect. What we found very pleasant: Arjan always kept a positive attitude and went along with us to the next…

Arjan helped us with the search and purchase of our dream house. From the first introduction, we had good contact. He has a proactive attitude and thought along well with us, which made the entire purchasing process run smoothly. Also…

Arjan made us enthusiastic about letting him sell our house. He guided us well through all the sales steps and is accurate and professional. …

Arjan had an optimal presentation of my house made. He is almost always accessible, even outside office hours, for urgent questions/issues. After a few additional challenges, Arjan managed to successfully sell my house…

Arjan is an excellent realtor who ensures that you are well taken care of. The entire sales process went very smoothly. All promises he made during the initial meeting were kept during the sale. He…

Dichtbij Makelaardij was able to help me incredibly quickly! With them you can count on professionalism, good negotiations and moreover, they immediately start working with personal wishes and questions! I have a busy job which…

Arjan has more than proven the added value of a buyer's agent for us, especially in today's overheated housing market. He doesn't get carried away by the rush of the market. Remains calm and stands up for the interests of his clients. Top experience for us and recommended for others.

During the introductory meeting, we were immediately impressed by Arjan's enthusiasm and openness. His personal approach was a good fit for our wishes regarding the sale of our house. …

Good purchasing broker, much knowledge of the subject matter. Easily accessible and helped us well with a number of homes. Luckily it worked out on the 2nd one!

We recently purchased a house with the help of Dichtbij. What struck me was the sharp eye for detail, not only when viewing the houses but also during contract negotiations/assessment. Always responds quickly with good…

The personal approach of the real estate agent is very pleasant. They delve into your situation and can therefore think along well. Always easily accessible and available. Received good tips to have the house look as beautiful as possible for presentation and visits. Professional approach with highlighted advertisement

First a house was purchased with the guidance of this real estate agent and also agreements were made regarding the sale of our house. His flexibility to be available in the evenings or on weekends was greatly appreciated, because…

We were one of the first clients Arjan. He was always available for questions and visits to houses. We were looking for a house from abroad, and had a tight schedule. Arjan handled this well. He came along…

Contact with the real estate agent went very well. The real estate agent was always available, even in the evening it was no problem to contact him. The real estate agent came along to our viewing. This gave you, as a future bidder, peace of mind because you…

We had a busy job and actually only had time for the house hunt in the evenings and on weekends. That determined the choice of real estate agent Dichtbij. He came to our home on the weekend to discuss our wishes and make appointments…

Arjan helped us in an excellent way with the purchase of our new home. He remained rational and made business considerations while we, as buyers, sometimes wanted to go too far because we really wanted a house. Arjan emphatically proved his value as a buyer's agent for us.

Arjan is driven and skilled in his tasks as a real estate agent. You are literally helped 24/7 in searching for your desired home. In my personal experience, it was about a purchase. Arjan comes with a completed investigation of the market and knows exactly what suits you. I definitely recommend Dichtbij Makelaardij!