How to rent a good flat?

Not everyone can afford to buy a flat. An unstable financial situation, low income or frequent changes of residence effectively put us off the idea of owning a flat. On top of that there is the question of a mortgage, as only a small percentage of people in Poland can afford to buy a flat outright. And you have to live somewhere…

The way out of this situation is to rent a flat – it helps avoid high costs without tying us to a bank for decades. Admittedly, many people will not feel comfortable knowing that they do not yet have "a place of their own", but the monthly rent and utility bills remain within their means – and that is what matters most. In addition, they do not bear the cost of furnishing the flat, because they use the furniture that comes with the rented flat.

How to look for a flat?

You have two options: search on your own or hire an estate agent. Surveying the market and looking for a suitable place on your own can be very time-consuming. Phoning about listings and travelling to viewings also costs a lot of money. That is why, before you start searching, it is worth asking friends whether they know anyone willing to rent out a flat. Hiring an agent mainly saves time – the agent prepares a selection of listings tailored to the client, narrowing the choice of flats down to the most suitable ones. The agent also helps during viewings and in the rental process itself, so we are assured of professional help throughout the whole process of choosing our dream home.

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Which flat to choose?

The choice of flat is entirely up to you. However, before you decide to rent a new place, you should take the following factors into consideration:

• The time of year you search – prices go up in June
  and stay high until the end of October. This is because of students, who, returning to Katowice to study, start looking for flats to rent as early as June, and may only finish their search as late as the end of October
• The area – if you do not care about being close to green areas or to a university,
  and you do not need public transport because you have your own car – choose a district that is neither popular with students nor exclusive. Prices will then be much lower.
• What the flat will be used for – if you know you will only sleep in the flat, you can accept a somewhat lower standard. If you will be spending more time in it, it is important that it meets your requirements and is a suitable place to live.
• The condition of the flat – it is worth carefully checking the wiring, plumbing and gas supply. Before renting a flat, inspect the critical points of any home, such as the bathroom and kitchen. Light the gas water heater and turn on the taps. Also make sure that the windows are airtight.

Choosing a flat to rent is not easy, but if you take into account all the aspects listed in this article, deciding on a particular listing will certainly be less of a struggle.

If you want a rented flat in Chorzów, Katowice or another city to meet your expectations, contact a professional REMAX Gold agent and you will receive a selection of listings tailored to your needs!