Rental options in Seville

According to Numbeo, a global crowdsourced database, the monthly rent for a one-bedroom city center apartment is between 500 euros and 800 euros per month, while the rent for a one-bedroom property outside the center is between 375 euros and 550 euros.

If you need more space, a three-bedroom property in central areas will set you back between 800 euros and 1,300 euros per month, while the rent for a similar home outside of the center costs between 650 euros and 900 euros per month.

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Additional costs when renting in Seville

In addition to paying the monthly rent, you will pay other costs. These include water, gas, electricity, and internet/telephone costs. Before signing the rental contract in Seville, ask your landlord to summarise the average costs of your utility bills for the summer and winter. 

The average cost for utilities for an 85m² apartment is between 95 and 250 euros per month. You will probably also have to pay the Basura or rubbish tax, a quarterly bill for the rubbish collection.

You may even have to pay IBI (Impuesto Sobre Bienes Inmeuble), a local town hall or municipal tax. Typically, the landlord will pay this, but the rental contract may stipulate a different arrangement.

Expect to be asked to pay an upfront deposit of at least one month's rent which will be returned to you in full at the end of the rental period. The landlord or agent can only keep part or all of this money if you damage something or don't pay your rent.

When renting a home in Seville, you will be asked to provide:

• Personal references
• Evidence of employment or ability to pay the rent
• A tax identification number if you're employed
• Your passport or another form of identification

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Finding accommodation in Seville

Before speaking to estate and rental agents, search online for the best Seville rental property to suit your needs. Among the websites to look at are:

• Idealista
• Spainhouses.net 
• Nestpick
• Milanuncios
• Thinkspain.com
• Xpatrentals.com
• En.yaencontre
• Sevilla5.com

Other tips to help you find your rental property in Seville include:

• Research different neighborhoods to figure out which one aligns with your preferences and needs;
• Prioritize properties close to public transportation, grocery stores and other essential services;
• If you don't speak Spanish fluently, consider having a bilingual friend or translator accompany you during meetings and negotiations;
• Carefully review the rental contract, paying attention to terms, conditions and any potential hidden fees;
• Make sure to clarify any doubts or concerns with the landlord or real estate agent before signing the lease agreement.

Good to know:

Properties in Seville will be either furnished or unfurnished. Sometimes classified ads do not include this information. Therefore, it's always worth checking with the landlord or rental agent to be sure about what you're getting for your money and whether you will need to buy a sofa, television, and so forth.