Renting in Essen
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Every listing in Essen is checked against these rules automatically.
- Country
- Germany
- Region
- North Rhine-Westphalia
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- How rent is paid
- Monthly
- Deposit cap
- Up to 3 months' cold rent (rent without utilities), payable in 3 instalments
- What tenants can be charged
- Security deposit
The landlord must keep your deposit separate from their own money. If the landlord hired the agent, you pay no agent fee.
General information, not legal advice. Rules change; always check your tenancy agreement.
What you'll need to rent here
- Your passport and visa or residence permit
- Proof of income, often your employment contract and recent payslips
- A SCHUFA credit report, or other proof you can pay if you are new to Germany
- The deposit (Kaution), which you may pay in 3 instalments
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