How to rent an apartment in Moscow city

Whether you are going a trip in Moscow or business you are able to stay in a fully furnished apartment. And there is no need to limit yourself to a stuffy hotel room.

But there are two major questions! Where and how to rent an apartment in Moscow city? We want to give you some advices how renting apartments. It will make your travel more comfortable and avoid some problems regardless of your time of stay.

Step number 1.

Stay prepared! Define for yourself some questions:
-    What purpose of your visit? Business, trip or another…
-    Collect addresses and phone numbers of real estate agencies in Moscow? You should classify them to narrow your search. You should ask your friends and relatives about additional information as well. They are sure to tell you.
-    How long are you going to stay in Moscow?
-    Think of how much are you able to afford to pay for rent? A well-know of thumb is no more that thirty percent of you monthly income. It is very hard to find anything worth in the Moscow center for less that 100 dollars night, for example.

Step number 2.

After your choice of real estate agency, you should reserve an apartment. You must make a reservation beforehand. Sure, you get to know about all conditions, descriptions. Check out your reservations before you arrive. Just call them.

Step number 3.

As a rule most modern agencies have English-speaking staff. Ask a manager how you can book an apartment. And whether an accommodation is not busy or not book a manager will recommend to take this apartment. After have chosen you should register for precise period and you need to pay the registration rate. Depending on city, you can cost a percentage of your rent when you land the apartment.
It is worth to mention of major fact. You must ask is about the price of amenities if not included in the rent. Some places will provide cheap rent but you pay for cable, gas, electric and water bills. Find out the management company. Ask about laundry facilities, pool, gym, concierge services, refrigerator, microwave, maid service and more. You need the apartment with all conveniences. Otherwise, you may look for your favorite.

Step number 4.

Talking to a manager, stay clear what features, qualities you would like in a roommate. What habits of people you would prefer to avoid, such as smokers and boozers.

Step number 5.

Read your lease through carefully! It can avoid some problems which you can encounter with.

Step number 6.

As you know for sure demand determines supply. There are a lot of firms which provide all the services needed to feel safe and comfortable in Moscow. Trust in professionals they will assist you with anything that has to do with renting an apartment.