Rio de Janeiro
Rent house or flat in Rio de Janeiro
Just as anywhere with real estate, location, location, location. Nightlife, beaches, and spectacular views can determine a properties price. Safety is also a factor in Rio as some neighborhoods have dangerous reputations.
These issues, along with knowledge of the local laws can make hiring a rental agency a worthwhile investment. They will research properties, arrange viewings, and finalize the contract. Many apartments also require 30 percent of the rent to confirm the reservation and an agency can help with this additional cost.
Including utilities, you should expect to pay R700 to R1200 a month (short term rentals are usually much more expensive). Areas such as Copocabana, Botafogo, and Flamengo tend to be the most desirable. The wealthiest suburbs are Ipanema, Leblon and Gavea.
Most apartments require a one year contract. This can be difficult when you are uncertain about visas and the length of time you will be allowed to stay. Leaving before the end of the contract can come with a substantial fine, as much as 10% of the remaining rent due.
Searching for a Rental
As with anything in Brazil, networking is often the best way to find and secure a rental. If that is not an option, there are other methods you may try.
Newspaper
Apartments are advertised everyday in the Globo newspaper. The classifieds can also be searched online.
O Dia Rio de Janeiro is a daily newspaper in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with a extensive classified section.
Tribuna da Imprensa is based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and covers local news, sports, business, jobs, and has a classifieds section.
Online
Besides online newspaper classifieds, there are many different search engines geared to searching for housing.
- www.apartmentrentalsinrio.com/Rio-Apartments
- www.viviun.com/Rentals/Brazil
- www.viviun.com/Rentals/Brazil
- www.rioapartments.se
- www.rioapartmentrental.com
Visiting Possible Apartments
Try to make a good impression when looking at apartments. Arrive on time, dress neatly, and be on your best behavior. Feel free to ask questions about the space like:
1) How long is the lease?
2) When is the move-in date and how long is the lease?
3) How much is the security deposit?
4) Are utilities included in the rent? If not, how much are they?
5) Are pets allowed?
Update 29/05/2010
Looking for cheap accommodation in Rio de Janeiro isn’t easy and can be time consuming. With Uniplaces now you can look for your room comfortably sitting at home. You can pick a room in a shared home with other expats, a studio flat if you want more privacy, or you can team up with other friends and rent an entire apartment just for yourselves.
Uniplaces offers thousands of solutions for professionals, digital nomads and families, with entire furnished accommodation with reliable wifi and great amenities to stay productive, and do your best work.
The booking system is very simple and doesn’t require any visit: all can be done in advance thanks to the detailed descriptions and photos. All accommodations are selected and verified by Uniplaces' team and there is no need for a guarantor. In addition, they only pay the landlord when you saw the place and are happy with it.
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