Housing market cooling, but affordability still squeezed

Banks and statisticians see demand easing as higher rates bite, yet prices are projected to rise modestly, leaving affordability pressure intact rather than easing suddenly. ABN AMRO forecasts moderate price growth in 2026–27 while Dutch household consumption fell in February and parliament is pressing for faster cuts to household energy bills — a reminder that housing costs plus utility burdens are shaping affordability. That combination keeps supply increase on the policy agenda even as transactional heat cools. (debelegger.nl) (belegger.nl) (drimble.nl)