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 Posted: Thu May 17, 2007 4:39 am Post subject: HOUSING IN CROATIA / CROATIA HOUSING GUIDE |
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HOUSING IN CROATIA
GENERAL
Expatriate areas
Popular area for the expatriate community is Zagreb.
Housing
The availability of apartments and houses in the country varies. Most expatriates rent their apartment or house; some buy their homes. Both options are available but mainly depend on your company policy, income, and the length of your stay.
Cost of housing
Varies from area to area and the size of the house or apartment. The local currency is Kuna (Kn).
RENTING A PROPERTY
The standard of rental accommodation in Croatia varies widely, depending upon location. The rental market is quite limited, especially during the summer months. The main emphasis is on holiday rentals, with fairly high rental rates during the busy tourist season. It can be difficult and expensive to find even short-term rental property during that time.
The widest variety of long-term rental apartments and houses are to be found in the metropolitan areas of Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. Foreigners can expect to pay significantly higher rents than local citizens.
It is crucial to enter into a rental agreement with a valid occupational lease within which every single detail of the lease is clearly specified in writing, including early termination clauses, pet regulations etc. It is strongly advised that the prospective renter engage a solicitor to ensure the lease is accurate and that it provides him/her with full protection under the laws governing property rental in Croatia.
The typical lease deposit is the amount of one month's rent, and in addition, on a long-term lease up to three months' payment may be requested in advance. A typical long-term lease is for one year.
It is advisable to contact a reputable real estate agency that is experienced in handling long-term leases and is located in the area in which you are considering living. Commissions vary; be certain to establish the rate prior to going out and looking at property. |
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