How to Choose a Paris Apartment Rental

If it’s your first time in Paris or your first time to rent a Paris apartment, it’s normal to feel anxious over reserving an apartment online but once you get through the selection stage, it will be easier for you to judge an apartment and its price. If you want to make the right choice on your first Paris apartment rental reservation, all you have to do is to take note of the following tips:

1. Apartments in the city center are a bit expensive but if you want to be close to the center, a good alternative would be choosing apartments near the Seine, Marais, or in Saint Germain des Pres. Apartments located far off, like in Saint Denis are the most affordable but the neighborhood is not entirely safe or ideal for tourists.

2. Choose apartments with complete amenities. If you are fond of cooking, an apartment with complete amenities will surely be a good option for you. You might want to go over the amenities of an apartment before booking or sending an inquiry. It helps to list down what you would want in an apartment and asking apartment rental companies if they do have an apartment that matches your preferences.

3. Apartments with air-conditioning units are not necessary especially if you are staying in a Hausmann-era building. The beauty of Hausmann buildings is that they were designed with good ventilation features and they have wide windows often situated in the direction of the wind.

4. Read the rental agreement carefully before accepting a rental or committing to pay. When you are dealing with a company overseas, you can never be too sure. You should take the necessary steps to secure your rental and to protect yourself from scams.

5. Utilize legit websites like TripAdvisor, VRBO, and Homeaway when booking an apartment. Only legit companies can advertise on these websites so scammers are rarely, sometimes never, found on these websites at all. If you want to know where to start your search, utilize these three apartment directories.