Poland Guide: Housing & Rentals

Finding accommodation can be a time-consuming task, especially in a foreign country. Our housing & rentals guide explains where to look for apartments and accommodation, how to deal with local estate agents and what to bear in mind before signing a rental contract.

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  The rental market in Poland

  An overview

  Over the last few years, Poland has become increasingly popular as a tourist destination. Many foreign companies have operations there and more and more European students are choosing Poland as a place to study.

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  Finding a place to rent in Poland

  Where to start

  Finding a place to live on your own can be difficult if you don't speak the language. Many ads are only in Polish - although the situation is changing - and communicating with the landlord can be a challenge. You can also use a real estate agency, but you will have to be careful when negotiating.

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  Rental prices in Poland

  Rent, utilities and additional cost

  The deciding factor for rental prices in Poland is the location of the property. There is a large difference between regions with major cities usually being more expensive than smaller towns and rural areas.

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  Budget accommodation

  Shared apartments in Poland

  It is possible to find cheap accommodation in Poland if you are not fussy about the quality of the flat and don’t mind sharing your personal space with other people. In addition to saving you money, shared living helps you get to know new people and is a good way of building up social contacts.

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  Contracts

  Rental agreements in Poland

  When renting in Poland it may be that your landlord does not want to sign an official rental contract but rather only a private agreement, since many flats are rented out on an informal basis.

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