2026-04-01
Rotterdam, Venlo or Tilburg: Choosing the Right Dutch Logistics Hub
The major Dutch logistics regions compared on location, labour, transport links and availability, and how to choose between them.
2026-09-21
Warehouse Rent Prices in the Netherlands (2026): What You’ll Pay per m²
TL;DR
- In 2026, indicative prime warehouse rents run roughly €55–72/m²/year in secondary regions, €80–100/m²/year in and around Rotterdam, and €95–125/m²/year near Schiphol/Amsterdam.
- A small warehouse for rent (500–1,500 m²) carries a higher rate per m² than an XXL box — and lets fast, so early representation matters.
- Rent is only part of the cost: service charges, energy and municipal taxes add materially on top, and labour and grid capacity often move total cost more than the headline €/m².
- Jump to the rent-by-region table below, compare the hubs, or start a lease search.
How much does it cost to rent warehouse space in the Netherlands in 2026? The honest answer is a range, because a warehouse for rent in the port of Rotterdam and a small business warehouse near the German border are different products. As a rule of thumb, indicative prime logistics rents in 2026 run from around €55/m²/year in the cheaper regions to €125/m²/year for prime space near Schiphol, with smaller units charged at a premium per m². Below is how warehouse rental prices compare region by region, what actually drives them, and why the headline rent is only part of your total occupancy cost.
Warehouse rent prices by region (2026)
Indicative prime rents for modern logistics space, per m² per year. Actual quoting rents depend on the specific building, unit size, condition and incentives — treat these as a planning guide, not a quote.
| Region | Indicative prime rent | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Schiphol / Amsterdam | €95–125 | Air cargo, high-value low-volume |
| Rotterdam & port corridor | €80–100 | Container-heavy, deep-sea flows |
| Utrecht–Tiel–Geldermalsen | €65–85 | Central national distribution |
| Eindhoven (Brainport) | €62–80 | Tech, high-grade, cross-border |
| Tilburg–Waalwijk | €60–78 | E-commerce & XXL fulfilment |
| Breda–Moerdijk | €58–74 | Barge- and port-linked distribution |
| Almere–Lelystad | €58–74 | Randstad-edge, newer stock |
| Venlo & Limburg | €55–72 | German market, tri-modal |
| Nijmegen–Arnhem | €55–70 | Eastern gateway to Germany |
| Roermond–Maastricht | €52–68 | Southeast, value + cross-border |
The pattern is consistent across the market: the Randstad and the air-cargo cluster around Schiphol are the most expensive, the port corridor sits just below, and the eastern and southern regions offer materially cheaper space in exchange for distance from the biggest consumer base. If you want the full picture of what each region is best for, see our guide to choosing the right Dutch logistics hub.
What actually drives the rent
- Location and scarcity. Land is tight in the Randstad and around the ports; rents follow. A warehouse for rent in Amsterdam or on the Maasvlakte commands a premium a Limburg unit never will.
- Building grade and age. Modern, high-bay, well-insulated stock with good docks, sprinklers and clear height above 10–12 m lets at the top of the range. Older, lower units sit below it.
- Unit size. Smaller warehouses cost more per m². A 1,000 m² unit rarely achieves the €/m² efficiency of a 20,000 m² box, and small units are scarcer relative to demand.
- Power and grid capacity. With grid congestion (netcongestie) widespread, a unit with secured power capacity — or solar and storage in place — carries a premium for a reason.
- Temperature control. Chilled and frozen space costs a multiple of ambient to build and run, and is priced as a separate market. See our guide to renting cold and frozen warehouse space.
- Incentives. Headline rents are public; rent-free periods and fit-out contributions are not, and they can change the effective rent significantly for a well-represented tenant.
- Lease length. Short leases usually come at or above market rent with few incentives. See the alternatives in our guide to short-term warehouse space.
Renting a small warehouse: expect to pay more per m²
If you’re a small business looking for warehouse space for rent — say 500 to 1,500 m² — budget above the regional ranges above. Small units are scarce, let quickly, and are priced accordingly. They’re also where good representation pays off most, because the good ones are gone before they’re widely advertised. We arrange warehouse leases from 500 m² upward, so this is exactly the size band where being in the market early, with a clear brief, is the difference between securing space and missing it.
Rent is not your total occupancy cost
The number that matters is not €/m² of rent — it’s total occupancy cost. On top of the base rent, budget for:
- Service charges — security, landscaping, sprinkler maintenance and shared-area costs on logistics parks.
- Energy — a major line for any operation running lighting, charging or temperature control.
- Municipal taxes (OZB and similar) and insurance.
- Annual CPI indexation — Dutch rents rise with inflation each year unless you negotiate a cap.
Two buildings with the same headline rent can have very different real costs once these are counted. For how the lease itself is structured — indexation caps, service-charge scope, break options — read our guide to leasing warehouse space in the Netherlands.
How to pay less than the asking rent
The asking rent is a starting position, not a fixed price. A prepared occupier with a clear requirement, credible covenant and proper representation routinely secures rent-free periods, phased rent and fit-out contributions that a cold enquiry never sees. That negotiation — on your side only, never the landlord’s — is the core of what we do. If you’re weighing whether to commit capital at all, compare the economics in lease or buy for a distribution operation.
Budget set?Lease warehouse space in the Netherlands, from 500 m²We find units at or below market rent and secure the rent-free periods and incentives a cold enquiry never sees.Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to rent a warehouse in the Netherlands in 2026?
Indicative prime logistics rents in 2026 run from roughly €55–72/m²/year in secondary regions to €80–100/m²/year in and around Rotterdam and €95–125/m²/year near Schiphol/Amsterdam. Smaller units are charged above these ranges. Always budget total occupancy cost — service charges, energy and municipal taxes — not just the headline rent.
Which is the most expensive region for warehouse space in the Netherlands?
The area around Schiphol and Amsterdam is the most expensive, driven by air-cargo demand and scarce land, with indicative prime rents of roughly €95–125/m²/year. The Rotterdam port corridor is next. The eastern and southern regions — Venlo, Nijmegen–Arnhem, Roermond–Maastricht — are the most affordable.
Why do smaller warehouses cost more per m²?
Small units (roughly 500–1,500 m²) carry a higher rate per m² than XXL distribution boxes. They are scarcer relative to demand, cost proportionally more to build and service, and let quickly — so early, well-defined representation is often the difference between securing space and missing it.
Can you find a small warehouse for rent for a small business?
Yes. We arrange warehouse leases from a first 500 m² unit upward, which is exactly the small-business size band. These units let fast and are often gone before they reach the portals, so we work the off-market network and move early on your behalf.
