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Just Landed 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.
The rental market:
How hard is it to find accomodation?
More and more Spaniards have been buying instead of renting their housing in recent years. Spain now has the lowest EU rental rate at 13%, compared to an average of 40%. Low salaries and expensive housing mean that most Spaniards are living at home longer (late 20s/early 30s) and then buying a home. More...
Getting started:
How to prepare your housing search
Finding a place to live in Spain is all about patience and persistence. As in many places, it can be a long, time-consuming and frustrating process. The typical search takes at least a week to 10 days - don't make the mistake of thinking you will find something and be moving in after a few days! More...
Where to look:
The best places to search for accomodation
Whether you're looking for an apartment or just a room: local knowledge is key. More...
Paid services:
Estate agents and room finding services
If you’re having trouble finding a place or are in a rush to get settled, there are two types of paid accommodation services: (i) agencias inmobiliarias (real estate agents) and (ii) room finding services. More...
Apointments:
Visiting an apartment
Set appointments as soon as possible. The longer you wait –even if it’s only a matter of hours– the greater the chance that the apartment will be rented before you get there. More...
Contracts:
What to bear in mind when signing a rental contract
So you've found the right place to live? Take a breath of relief. The most difficult part is over. Negotiating rental agreements is generally straightforward and easy. You just need to make sure you understand everything and be aware of how some things work. More...
Glossary:
Language help for your housing search
To ease your housing search, we have compiled the most important terms that you will encounter in the Spanish housing market. More...
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