Hi!! I'm a 19 year old from Poland, and I will be starting the Media and Culture programme at the University of Amsterdam (Oudemanhuispoort campus) this September. I have previously lived in a shared accommodation in the Netherlands, so I am already familiar with this way of living. I am a responsible, considerate and easygoing person. I never smoke or host parties, and I take my studies seriously. In my free time I study Japanese, indulge in art or media and practice singing. I'm self-sufficient and respect other's personal space, but I'd also be happy to spend time with housemates. If you have any questions or would like me to introduce myself further, please feel free to ask. I look forward to living together with you!! :D

Hoi, mijn naam is Artemis en ik ben 21 jaar oud. Ik ben momenteel student Bewegingswetenschappen in Amsterdam en begin vanaf september met Rechtsgeleerdheid in Leiden. Daarom zoek ik nu een kamer in Leiden. Ik sta graag in de keuken en hou van nieuwe receptjes uitproberen. Ook ben ik een groot muziekliefhebber en ga ik graag naar concerten. Het lijkt me supergezellig om met mijn huisgenoten op te trekken maar het is natuurlijk ook helemaal goed als iedereen af en toe wat meer zijn eigen ding doet. Ten slotte vind ik het belangrijk om mijn leefomgeving schoon te houden en een prettige sfeer te hebben in huis, hieronder valt dus ook de band met mijn huisgenoten en de gemeenschappelijke ruimten te onderhouden.

Hi! I'm an international student finishing my Bachelor's in Amsterdam, where I've lived for the past three years. I'm looking for a calm, long-term place of my own. I'm tidy, quiet, respectful of neighbors, and have always been a reliable tenant, happy to provide references, proof of funds or a guarantor. I love this city and would like a comfortable home to settle into for the next chapter of my studies.

Hi! I'm Karolina (but you can call me just Karo) and I've been living in the Netherlands for a few years already. I have multiple hobbies, starting from any artsy-kind-of-things like: photography (my biggest love), sketching, and digital drawing (plus besides that, I still want to learn videography). Another cathegory would be dancing, gym/fitness, yoga, and swimming (I wish someone could pay me to do all of that, so I could have enough time to do it regularly, haha). I also love watching films on big, cinema screen and music. I even have a ukulele, but unfortunately, it's covered with dust right now and waiting for some spark of inspiration to play it (ahh). In Poland (where I originally come from), I used to study biology. Almost got my master's degree... but well, that's a longer story. I currently work at Adidas. In my free time, I love to focus on one of the hobbies listed above or simply read a book, or go to the cinema, park, city center... I love talking with people with good energy, but also spending time on my own. Looking forward to meet a future landlord/housmates! ~ Karo

Hi, my name is Nerea. I'm a 24 years old working female. My budget is € 1500 p/mnd and I would like to move immediately

Mijn naam is Kateryna. Ik ben op zoek naar een woning in Arnhem of Nijmegen voor ongeveer 12 maanden. Even een korte introductie: ik ben 20 jaar oud en kom uit Oekraïne. Ik studeer aan de HAN, waar ik de opleiding International Business volg. Ik heb een jaar in Arnhem gewoond in het Helix SSH-gebouw en had daar een contract voor een jaar. In mijn tweede jaar deelde ik een appartement met twee andere huurders, dus ik heb ervaring met samenwonen met een paar mensen. Indien nodig kan ik een referentie van hen als verhuurder overleggen. Mijn financiële garantstellers zijn mijn ouders, dus ik kan hun financiële garantiedocumenten overleggen. Hun gemiddelde netto-inkomen over de afgelopen 3 maanden is 5037 euro. Vanaf september 2026 zit ik in mijn laatste bachelorjaar en vanaf dan ga ik ook op zoek naar een baan. Ik spreek verschillende talen: Engels, Oekraïens, Russisch, Duits en een beetje Nederlands, dus ik hoop dat we elkaar goed zullen kunnen verstaan.

My name is Dionysios Chatzoulis, though my friends call me Dion, and I am 21 years old (soon turning 22). I recently graduated from Augsburg University in Minneapolis, MN, where I completed my degree in Biochemistry. During my studies, I developed a strong interest in drug development research, which inspired me to pursue a master’s degree in Medicinal Chemistry at Radboud University. I am very excited to continue my academic journey in the Netherlands. Throughout my time at Augsburg, I was a full-time student while also working part-time as an Event Assistant for the university. This position provided valuable financial support and strengthened my sense of responsibility and independence. Last summer, I received funding to conduct my first research project, focusing on the Fries Rearrangement reaction using alternative heating sources. My goal was to explore greener catalytic methods for a reaction widely used in the production of pharmaceuticals (such as paracetamol), fragrances, pesticides, and textile dyes. This experience confirmed my passion for research and my desire to contribute to scientific development. Outside of academics, I enjoy staying active. I was part of my university’s basketball team for the first 2 years and continue to play as a hobby. In my free time, I also enjoy walking and listening to music. Thank you very much for considering my application. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have and look forward to hearing from you. Best wishes, Dion

Dear Housing Committee, My name is Maverick, and I am an international student who will soon begin my studies at the University of Twente. I am writing to express my interest in moving into your housing. As someone who values independence, I enjoy living quietly and responsibly. I do not smoke or drink, and I prefer a calm environment where I can focus on my studies and personal growth. At the same time, I am open-minded and respectful of others, which I believe makes me a considerate housemate. Choosing this housing would provide me with a supportive and stable place to live while I adapt to life in the Netherlands. It would allow me to balance my academic journey with a comfortable and peaceful home. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of joining your community.

I’m a 29-year-old working professional currently living and working full-time in the Netherlands. I’m responsible, financially stable and looking for a long-term place to call home. I value a clean, organized and peaceful living environment. I’m respectful of shared spaces, communicate openly and keep a structured routine. In my free time I focus on personal development and transitioning into the IT field. I speak Spanish (native), English (fluent) and I’m learning Dutch. I’m easygoing, tidy and reliable.

Hello! My name is Marina and I am a French student finishing a political science bachelor and I will start a pre-masters in Economics at the UvA in September. I am currently looking to rent a room or studio. I am currently also looking for a 2 bedrrom appartment with my friend Clara. She is doing PPLE and will start a masters in International Trade Law next year.

English version above – Nederlandse versie hieronder. Hi, my name is Paul and I'm moving to the Netherlands to pursue my Master's in Design for Interaction at TU Delft – a dream I've been working towards for a long time. I'm originally from Germany, studied and worked in Design in Weimar, and I'm someone who genuinely loves shared living. I've lived in shared apartments for 8 years, so I know what makes it work: mutual respect, clear boundaries, being there for each other, and keeping shared spaces clean and comfortable. Living together well is something I take seriously – and enjoy. Outside of studies I love cycling, hiking, sitting in cafés, and exploring new places. I'm looking forward to building a real home, not just a temporary stay. What I bring along: a great vinyl/CD collection, useful household appliances, and furniture for shared spaces if needed. Financially I'm well set up: I have savings and will be working part-time alongside my studies, so rent is covered reliably and on time. I'd love to meet you and hopefully become part of your home. Paul Hoi, mijn naam is Paul en ik kom binnenkort naar Nederland om mijn Master Design for Interaction te studeren aan de TU Delft – al lange tijd mijn grote droom. Ik kom uit Duitsland, heb Design gestudeerd en gewerkt in Weimar, en ik ben iemand die echt houdt van samenwonen. Ik woon al 8 jaar in WG's, dus ik weet wat belangrijk is: respect voor elkaar, duidelijke grenzen, er zijn voor elkaar en de gedeelde ruimtes netjes houden. Goed samenwonen is iets wat ik serieus neem – en ook gewoon leuk vind. Buiten mijn studie hou ik van fietsen, wandelen, in cafés zitten en nieuwe plekken ontdekken. Ik leer ook Nederlands, dus ik hoop snel een beetje mee te kunnen praten! Wat ik meeneem: een mooie cd-collectie, handige huishoudelijke apparaten en eventueel meubels voor de gemeenschappelijke ruimtes. Financieel sta ik er goed voor: ik heb spaargeld en ga naast mijn studie parttime werken, dus de huur wordt altijd op tijd betaald. Ik zou jullie graag leren kennen – en wie weet worden we binnenkort huisgenoten. Paul

Hi, my name is Tran. I’m a Vietnamese international student currently living and studying in Amsterdam. I will be graduating in July and am therefore looking for a room to rent during my gap year between my bachelor’s and master’s studies, with the possibility of extending the contract for 1–2 years depending on the situation. I am looking for a place where registration is possible. During my gap year, I plan to work to support myself financially and reliably cover rent. I am open to living with roommates and enjoy a friendly, respectful living environment. In my free time, I like cooking and watching films. I live a quiet lifestyle and do not party, drink, or smoke.

My name is Daniel and I'm a 21 year old portuguese student in the International Relations / Economics areas! Looking forward to living in the Netherlands and pursuing an International Economics and Sustainable Development pre-master at Rijkuniversiteit Groningen, starting in september in Zernike Campus.

Hallo, mijn naam is Usama. Ik kom oorspronkelijk uit Spanje en ik woon en werk momenteel in Nederland. Ik werk bij het Jumbo distributiecentrum in Nieuwegein via Tom B.V.. Ik werk regelmatige uren en houd een rustige, stabiele routine aan. Ik ben op zoek naar een gemeubileerde kamer (of studio/appartement) vanaf Mei 2026 voor minimaal één jaar. Ik rook niet, heb geen huisdieren en geen kinderen. Ik houd gedeelde ruimtes netjes en betaal huur altijd op tijd. Ik kan recent loonstrookjes, een werkgeversverklaring en een kopie van mijn arbeidscontract direct aanleveren. Inschrijving bij de gemeente is voor mij een vereiste. Ik zou dit graag schriftelijk bevestigd zien in het huurcontract. Ik spreek Engels en redelijk Nederlands. Bezichtiging kan ook 's avonds of in het weekend. Laat het me weten wat uitkomt.

Hi, my name is Ipek. I'm a 25 years old student female. My budget is € 1000 p/mnd and I would like to move immediately

Hi, I’m Emily! I’m a 33-year-old American, who has been living in Prague, Czech Republic for the past two years, and come July, I will be moving to Amsterdam for work. I received a postdoc position at the Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica, where I will be analyzing mummies (and other ancient human remains) using X-ray imaging. Outside of work, I love being active and outdoors. I consider myself a sporty person, e.g. swimming, hiking, climbing, tennis, biking. My less active hobbies include poker, billiards, sauna, and museum visits. In regards to past living experiences, I have been a tenant for over 15 years and have always maintained friendly relations with my landlords and neighbors. I consider myself a responsible and clean person (I know everyone says this, but it is very true in my case!). Additionally, I value a peaceful and quiet home environment. I have no pets, don't smoke, and will be living alone.

My name is Niharika Paidi Venkatesh, and I am an international student from India enrolled in a graduate program at TU Delft. Along with two of my friends, who are also admitted to TU Delft, I am currently looking for a place to stay in Delft starting from August. We are neat, respectful, and responsible tenants who value a clean and quiet living environment. As full-time students, we are committed to maintaining a peaceful atmosphere and taking good care of the property. In terms of preferences, we are looking for a furnished or semi-furnished house or apartment with at least three bedrooms, preferably close to the university or with good public transport connectivity. Our ideal move-in date would be late July or early August, and we are hoping for a long-term rental arrangement for the duration of our studies. Ideally, our budget is around €1000- €1700 per month, but we are flexible and open to slightly higher rent for the right place.