Indonesia Guide: Housing & Rentals

Finding accommodation can be a time-consuming task, especially in a foreign country. Our housing & rentals guide explains where to look for apartments and accommodation, how to deal with local estate agents and what to bear in mind before signing a rental contract.

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  Getting started

  An overview of accommodation in Indonesia

  Searching for a home in Indonesia may be quite a different process to what you’re used to, and careful research is vital so that you know what you’re looking for and what is available.

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  Property search

  How to start house hunting in Indonesia

  If you are finding accommodation without the help of your employer, using a combination of the internet, classifieds and housing agents is the best way to get a full picture of what’s available on the market.

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  Cost of living

  The cost of day-to-day living in Indonesia

  Expatriates will be surprised at how much value for money they will be getting in Indonesia. 

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  Domestic help

  Make your life easier by hiring house help

  With an increasing number of families having two working parents, leaving the children in the hands of maids and nannies seems like the only logical solution when family is in another country.

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  Housing glossary

  Some important Indonesian terms you must know

  When purchasing a new property, some key terms will help in your search. 

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