Renting an apartment in paris?
Sunday, March 25th, 2012 at
11:13 am
What kind of paperwork should I expect to be involved with renting the apartment? what is the best way to pay rent every month ( do I need to set up a french bank account)?
I will be a student living in paris and I need as much information as possible before contacting a landlord.
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You have my sympathy. You are about to be very annoyed and harassed.
The owner will almost certainly require a proof that your income is sufficient to pay the rent (classically, three months of salary slips showing that the rent would not represent more than 30% of your income) Since you are a student, a formal duly signed guarantee from your parents that they will be responsible for the rent. You’ll also need to show your visa and probably proof that you are a legitimate student.
A french bank account is a good idea.The landlord will probably require a cash deposit (“dépot de garantie”) of generally 3 months rent.
You will likely need an insurance contract (“assurance habitation”) and be able to provide a copy to the landlord.
Oh, and when you do find a place, make sure to complete an “état des lieux”, a document which lists in minute detail the condition of the apartment before you move in.
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