Dutch home prices continued to rise in May, showing a slight acceleration in the rate of increase compared to April. According to data from the Netherlands Statistics Bureau (CBS) and the Land Registry, existing homes were, on average, 4.4 percent more expensive in May than in the same month last year. This represents an increase from the 4.3 percent year-over-year rise recorded in April. The data indicates a continuing, though modest, upward trend in the Dutch housing market. While still significant, the increase is relatively small, suggesting a cooling effect may be beginning to stabilize prices. Experts are monitoring the situation for further shifts in the coming months. The figures are based on completed transactions and provide a snapshot of the national housing market.