Francis Shields 5,0 15 Apr 2026 Google

For over 15 years the Van der Meulen Team has expertly managed our cute 19th century Groningen Schippershuisje, which overlooks the Noorderplantsoen and is only a ten minute walk to the center. Judith and I feel very fortunate that the Van der Meulen team represents us as they will only accept top-notch properties to manage. For absentee property owners looking for a a professional and caring agent to market and manage your Groningen property, Van der Meulen Makellars should be your first choice. For prospective tenants looking for a high-end living experience during your time in Groningen, choose Van der Meulen. From either side of the equation, you can't go wrong by choosing the the Van der Meulen Makelaars Team! Sincerely, Frank & Judith, Washington, DC

Francesca Rizzo 5,0 15 Apr 2026 Google

I had an excellent experience with van der Meulen Makelaars in finding my new apartment. Communication was top-notch throughout; 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 approachable demeanor made the entire process enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Mazlum Ozkan 1,0 15 Apr 2026 Google

Be extremely cautious if you're considering renting from Van der Meulen Makelaars. My two-year tenancy ended with over €550 unfairly deducted from my deposit, combined with misleading claims and unnecessary stress. Just days before moving out, their employee, Aron, conducted a pre-check inspection. He clearly said, "It looks like no one even lived here—it's perfect. Exactly how it should be left." This statement made me confident since we had thoroughly cleaned and maintained the apartment. Apart from a minor oversight—some leftover crumbs inside the oven from cooking the night before—the apartment was tidy, undamaged, and precisely as received. I even recorded a full video walkthrough to document its condition. After moving out, I expected my deposit promptly. Instead, they stayed silent for a week. Only after I asked did they respond, suddenly accusing me of leaving the apartment "extremely dirty," claiming multiple unspecified items were missing, and alleging that chairs were "broken." Initially, they specifically accused me of missing items, including the television stand and electric kettle. When I promptly provided video evidence clearly showing these items visibly placed upstairs and on the table respectively, their only response was, "Oh, we must have overlooked them," after which they stopped replying altogether. It remains baffling and suspicious how meticulously they inspected and documented minor issues like dust behind heavy furniture yet somehow managed to overlook clearly visible large items. Despite this clear video proof, they still deducted €250 from my deposit under the vague category of "missing items." In reality, the chairs were not broken at all. They only showed normal wear—peeling synthetic leather after two years of daily use. I'd already paid monthly fees (€100–150/month) explicitly covering normal wear and tear. However, in their final invoice, they did not even mention the chairs explicitly but charged me €250 under a vague and unexplained category of "missing items." Initially, they refused to specify exactly what was missing. Additionally, they charged me €306.32 for cleaning services hired 25 days after I had moved out, shockingly including the cleaning company's parking fees—an expense which clearly should not be the tenant's responsibility, further highlighting the unreasonable and unfair nature of their charges. When I promptly offered to return and address any cleaning needed, specifically the minor oven issue, they declined, saying it was "too late." Worse still, I had been explicitly informed that my tenancy couldn't be renewed because the landlord stated the apartment was being sold. Trusting their word, I moved out promptly with my two young children, enduring significant difficulties finding new housing, ultimately landing us in temporary accommodation. While I'm currently uncertain if the apartment has indeed been sold or not, this situation has caused significant hardship and raised concerns about their true intentions. This experience has left me feeling exploited and misled. It appears to follow a pattern: They reassure tenants verbally at checkout. They then remain silent about returning the deposit. Weeks later, they suddenly claim cleaning issues, missing items, or damage. They refuse tenant offers to remedy minor issues themselves. Finally, they deduct large amounts from the deposit with exaggerated claims. I will take legal action to recover my deposit and prevent others from facing similar mistreatment. I gave Van der Meulen Makelaars and the landlord time to respond and explained why the deductions were unfair—but they ignored me. Since they refused to resolve it, I'm going to court on the next business day. I share this review to help future tenants avoid the same stress and injustice.

Christina T 5,0 15 Apr 2026 Google

Last year we approached Van der Meulen Makelaars for a flat they were offering and I must say that they exceeded our expectations in every way. From the first moment the staff was very helpful and friendly, providing us with all kinds of information and guidance, something we really appreciated as internationals moving to Groningen. From the initial consultation to the final lease signing, they were there for us every step of the way and took the time to listen to our needs and preferences. After a year of living here, they are still continuously supporting us when needed. They recently guided us through the process of an energy contract signing, while explaining clearly all the implications and helping us navigate through the different available options. I highly recommend them to anyone who is in need of a reliable and helpful real estate office in Groningen!