The sale of rental properties to the private market is accelerating in the Netherlands, prompting concerns about a worsening housing crisis. Investors and private landlords significantly increased the number of properties sold off in the last quarter. This trend is bringing the most pessimistic forecasts – a reduction of 160,000 rental homes – closer to reality, and years ahead of schedule. Industry experts suggest this rapid sell-off indicates a severe lack of affordable housing options. The situation is attributed to factors making rental properties less attractive to investors. This development raises concerns about the availability of rental housing for vulnerable populations and exacerbates existing affordability issues. Experts warn this could necessitate urgent policy interventions to mitigate the impact.