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Rental Listing Sites

There are many rental listing sites available, and the best one for you will depend on your specific needs and location. The most popular rental listing sites are listed below. 

Real Estate Contract with Pen and Calculator

Listing Translations 

Here you will find Common terms and phrases that you may come across in German rental listings, along with translations and explanations. 

On the Phone

Register for an Account

You will only receive a response on properties if you register for a free account. Please read more about how to register for an account and what information you should and shouldn't  include based on your circumstances. 

Showing an Apartment

Scheduling a Showing

Setting up an appointment to view a property can be a daunting and frustrating task, but it is possible. Read more for tips and tricks on scheduling a home showing. 

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Areas of Stuttgart

Stuttgart is known for its cultural attractions, parks, and natural beauty. It is home to a number of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and amenities.

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Ending Your Contract

Time to move again. Here you will find what is needed to cancel your rental contract in Germany. Understanding your rights and obligations under the terms of the agreement is essential.

Sitios de alquiler de bienes raíces

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Large inventory of properties. 

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Large inventory of properties. 

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Large inventory of properties. 

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An English language site comparable to Craigslist or Offerup. Limited inventory is available. 

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Large inventory of properties. 

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Local eBay ads, similar to Craigslist. You can find good deals here. 

Listing Sites

Sitios de alquiler de bienes raíces

Registrarse para obtener una cuenta en ImmoScout24 / Immowelt / etc….
le ayudará a obtener respuestas.

No se registre simplemente para obtener un nombre de usuario y
contraseña, no recibirá ninguna respuesta de los administradores de propiedades a menos que complete todos los
información excepto el SCHUFA si tiene el estado SOFA.

Si tiene el estado SOFA , NO solicite un
Verificación de crédito de SCHUFA en cualquier lugar, haciendo esto usted
se ha obligado a pagar impuestos alemanes.

Si no tiene el estado SOFA, muchos otros blogs
Explique el proceso de registro como residente.

Las descripciones de los listados de apartamentos / casas en Alemania están redactadas de manera un poco diferente a lo que puede estar acostumbrado a ver. A continuación encontrará traducciones, explicaciones y otros consejos útiles.

Registering for a User Account

Sitios de alquiler de bienes raíces

Stuttgart is the capital city of Baden-Württemberg in Germany and is known for its cultural attractions, parks, and natural beauty. In addition, it is home to several distinct neighborhoods, each with its character and amenities.

There are no "bad" areas in or around Stuttgart. 


 Get out and explore; something fun is always happening in and
around Stuttgart. 


Germany is a highly safe country with a low crime rate. Stuttgart ranks in the top 50 safest cities in the world. Stuttgart also ranks #1 as the least stressful city in the world. 

The five major neighborhoods within the city of Stuttgart are: 

Stuttgart-Mitte
Stuttgart-West
Stuttgart-Ost
Stuttgart-Nord

Mitte (Middle/Center)

Stuttgart-Mitte: This is the central neighborhood of Stuttgart, and it is home to many of the city's cultural and historical landmarks, such as the Old Castle and the New Palace. It is also a significant commercial and business district with various shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

West (West)

Stuttgart-West: This neighborhood is located to the west of the city center and is known for its trendy residential areas, green spaces, and cultural attractions, such as Feuersee, Schloss Solitude, and Schwarzwild Park. 

Ost (East)

Stuttgart-Ost: This neighborhood is located to the east of the city center and is home to a mix of residential and commercial areas, as well as cultural attractions, such as the Mercedes-Benz Museum.

Nord (North)

Stuttgart-Nord: This neighborhood is located to the north of the city center and is home to a number of residential areas, parks, and recreational facilities, such as the Killesbergpark and Höhenfreibad. 

Stuttgart-Süd

Süd (South)

Stuttgart-Süd: This neighborhood is located to the south of the city center and is known for its residential areas, cultural attractions, and natural beauty.

Popular Adjacent Cities and other Neighborhoods of Stuttgart

Bad Cannstaat

 Böblingen

Degerloch

Esslingen
Ludwigsburg

Ostheim 
Vaihingen
​Zuffenhausen

Things to consider before choosing the area of Stuttgart you want to live in. 

Consider your location carefully regarding your mode of transportation to and from work and if you will be driving or taking public transportation.

 

You will find heavy traffic congestion out of the villages in the morning and into the villages in the evening compared to the city.

 

THERE IS ALWAYS HEAVY TRAFFIC AROUND STUTTGART.

 

Rent a car and drive the route to and from the area you are considering at the time of day you would be commuting. Do this a few times on different days. Do not just rely on the GPS estimated time because rarely is this completely accurate. Gasoline prices are high even for those with access to the tax free fuel card.

Family Time

Remember spending time with your family is much more precious than a large house and things.

Listing Descriptions & More

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Rental Costs 

Rental costs in Germany can vary depending on several factors, such as the location, size, and condition of the rental property, the length of the lease, and any additional fees or charges.

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Listing Descriptions

Here you will find some standard terms and phrases that you may come across in German rental listings, along with translations and explanations. 

Real Estate Contract with Pen and Calculator

Unexpected Norms

It is not uncommon for rental properties in Germany to exclude everyday items you usually find in an apartment. 

Stuttgart Neighborhoods
Listing Descriptions & More

Rental Costs

In Germany, "cold rent" refers to the base rent for a rental property, which does not include any additional expenses or fees. The "cold rent" is typically the amount listed in rental advertisements and is used to calculate the base monthly rent price.

 

To calculate the total monthly rent, you will need to add any additional expenses or fees to the cold rent. These may include utilities, such as electricity, gas, and water, as well as any other fees or charges specified in the rental contract, such as a broker's fee or cleaning charges.

It is essential to carefully review the terms of the rental contract and budget for all applicable expenses when renting a property in Germany. This can help ensure that you clearly understand the total monthly rent and can make an informed decision about whether the rental is affordable for you.

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Renta Mensual Total (Miete)

Cold Rent (Kaltmiete)

 The base price of the apartment/house and nothing else. 

Warm Rent (Warmmiete)

Warm rent may also be listed as zuzüglich abbreviated as zzgl: meaning plus something. 

In Germany, the term "warm rent" (Warmmiete) refers to the total monthly rent for a rental property, including the base rent (cold rent) and any additional expenses or fees. The warm rent estimates the total property cost, including operating expenses such as insurance, taxes, and utilities.

Operating expenses may include insurance, taxes, lights in hallways, elevator maintenance, cleaning common areas (Hausmeister), landscaping, etc.

 

Heat may or may not be included in the warm rent, depending on the terms of the rental contract and the property's specific features. If heat is not included in the warm rent, it may be an additional cost that the tenant is responsible for paying separately.

Warm rent does not typically include electricity, cable, internet, or phone.

End-of-the-Year Costs (Nebenkosten)

In Germany, it is common for tenants to pay for operating expenses, such as utilities and maintenance, every month as part of the warm rent. At the end of the year, the landlord or property management company may provide the tenant with an accounting statement reconciling the actual costs incurred over the year with the estimated expenses prepaid as part of the warm rent.

If the actual costs were higher than the estimated costs, the tenant might be required to pay the additional funds at that time. On the other hand, if the tenant prepaid more than the actual costs, they may be entitled to a refund of the difference.

It is essential to review the accounting statement and any other documentation provided by the landlord or property management company to ensure that the charges are accurate and fair. If you have any questions or concerns, it is a good idea to raise them with the landlord or property management company before paying any additional funds or requesting a refund. The tenant has the right to review the statement and raise objections within 12 months.

 

Security Deposit (Kaution)

Kaution means "deposit," which refers to the amount the tenant must pay in advance as a security deposit. The security deposit cannot exceed three months of cold rent by law. The funds are held in a separate interest-bearing account.  

Rent Index (Mietspiegel)

 

Rental prices are based on the government's overview of local comparative rents. Stuttgart releases a qualified index every two years. Landlords cannot charge more than 10% above the current market rent. A lease can include raising the rent yearly based on the index but cannot exceed 15% in three years. 

Rental Costs

Listing Descriptions

In Germany, the term "Zimmer" (room) describes the number of rooms in a rental property, including all rooms, not just bedrooms. Therefore, it is essential to carefully review the floor plan or other details provided in the rental listing to determine the number of bedrooms in the property.

 

For example, a 4-Zimmer Wohnung (4-room apartment) may have three bedrooms, one living room, or a different configuration of rooms. Many listings will include a floor plan or other details to help you understand the layout of the property and the number of bedrooms it has.

 

If you are unsure how many bedrooms a rental property has, you can try contacting the landlord or property management company for clarification or asking for a virtual tour or in-person viewing of the property. This can help you better understand the property's layout and features and determine whether it meets your needs and preferences.

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Translations

inglés

Ático

Balcón

Sótano

Baño

Tina de baño

Cuarto

Por acuerdo

Cava

Calefacción central

Dormitorio del niño

Casa para una sola familia

Comedor

Ascensor

Casa de Campo

Cocina equipada

Suelo

Calefacción por suelo

Plano de planta / diseño

Amueblado

Jardín

Planta baja

Aseo de invitados

sala

Calefacción

casa

Cocina

Área de césped

Sala de estar

Espacio vital

Casita

Lugar de estacionamiento

Mascota

Mascota (no) permitida

Planta baja elevada

(no al nivel de la calle)

Apartamento de alquiler

Habitación

Pareado / Dúplex

Ducha

Estudio

Terraza

Casa adosada / Casa adosada

Tipo

Estacionamiento subterraneo

Sin amueblar

pared

Inodoro

WC (inodoro )

Ventana

Alemán*

Dachboden

Balkon

Subterráneo

Badezimmer

Wanne

Schlafzimmer

nach Vereinbarung

Keller

Zentralheizung

Kinderzimmer

Einfamilienhaus

Esszimmer

Personenaufzug /

Aufzug

Bauernhaus

Einbauküche

Boden / Fußboden

Fußbodenheizung

Grundriss

möbliert

Garten

Erdgeschoss

Gästetoilette /

Gäste-WC

Flur

Heizung

Haus

Küche

Rasenflache

Wohnzimmer

Wohnfläche

Casita

Stellplatz

Haustier

(nicht) erlaubt

Hochparterre

Mietwohnung

Zimmer

Doppelhaushälfte

Dusche

Arbeitszimmer

Terrasse

Reihenhaus

Typ

Tiefgarage

unmöbliert

Varita mágica

Baño

WC / Wasser-Klosett / Klo

Fenster

* El color del texto indica el género del artículo

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Listing Descriptions
Translations

Unexpected Norms

Kitchen cabinets and appliances are not always included.

It is not uncommon for rental properties in Germany to exclude certain items or features from the rental agreement. For example, some rental properties may not have a fitted kitchen, meaning that the tenant may be required to provide their own appliances and fixtures or rent them from a separate provider.

A fitted kitchen is equipped with cabinets, countertops, and appliances. ​

Always clarify if a kitchen pictured in the listing is included in the rental agreement. It is not unusual to take your kitchen when you move or rent it to the next tenant for a monthly fee. 

 

If you are active-duty or a GS employee, the base can provide you with appliances if needed but not the cabinets or countertops. 

 

Often kitchens can be found for free or very low cost on eBay Kleinanzeigen or Facebook Marketplace

Many real estate finder sites have "fitted kitchen" (Einbauküche) as a search filter.

Light fixtures are not always permanent fixtures included.

Light Fixtures

Most rental properties will not include light fixtures or other finishes, such as curtains or blinds. In these cases, the tenant may be responsible for purchasing and installing these items themselves or negotiating with the landlord to have them included or installed in the rental agreement.

Light fixtures can be bought relatively inexpensively if you are not too picky about the style.  

​Clarify with the realtor if the fixtures are included. If they are omitted, you may be able to purchase existing fixtures from the current tenant

Dedicated parking is not always a standard option.

Stuttgart

Parking may also be an issue to consider when renting a property in Germany. Some properties may have parking spaces or garages, while others may not. If parking is not included with the rental property, the tenant may need to find and pay for parking elsewhere.

Within the city of Stuttgart, street parking may be zoned as resident-only parking on street. 

Your realtor or the landlord will know if the area is a parking zone, or you can search the areas on the Stuttgart City site

​A resident's parking pass is obtained through the Bürgerbüro office or online. As of 2022, the cost is 400€ per year. The fee has remained the same since the inception of the zoned areas in 2015. 

Underground garages and other parking spaces are readily available for lease. You can search for open parking spaces for lease on ImmoblienScout24. On the home page's right side, change the search from Wohnung (rent) to Garagen/StellPlätz (Garages/Parking Spaces).

Apartments with multiple bathrooms are not the norm. 

Bathroom

A place with more than one bathroom is not common in Stuttgart. Most real estate sites do not have a filter for bathrooms. An extremely common feature of German bathrooms is a towel warmer.

A rental listing with two bathrooms (Badzimmer) does not always mean two full baths. Two bathrooms often denote one full bath and one toilet (guest toilet), although this is not a hard-fast rule because sometimes it is two full baths. 

Scheduling a Showing
Unexpected Norms

Viewing Rental Properties

Viewing rental properties in Germany can be similar to home buying in the United States in that it may involve working with a real estate agent and scheduling appointments to view properties. However, it is essential to remember that renting a property in Germany may differ in some ways from buying a home in the United States.

 

One of the main differences is that individuals, rather than large corporations, own most properties in Germany. Therefore, you may need to work with a real estate agent or directly with the landlord or property owner to arrange viewings and apply for the rental.

 

Viewing multiple properties daily without a car is possible, especially if you are looking within the city and using public transportation. However, allowing enough time between appointments to travel to each property and view it correctly is vital.

 

Viewing rental properties in Germany can be challenging, but with proper planning and organization, finding a rental that meets your needs and preferences is possible.

Scheduling a Showing

Request a showing by first emailing the listing agent using the email address listed on the site. ​

Ejemplo

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​​After 2-3 business days, call the agent if you have not received a response.

 

We received almost no responses, but do not skip this 1st step because the agent's office will ask if you tried contacting them through the rental search site, and if you have not done this, they will request you send an email first.

If you are not fluent in German, an important phrase to know is:

,,Sprechen Sie Englisch?” ("Do you speak English?") ​

Day of the Showing

Helpful Tips

¡¡Llegar a tiempo!!

La puntualidad es muy importante en la cultura alemana. Es mejor llegar 15 minutos antes de la hora programada.

Aprovecha el tiempo extra para mirar por fuera del lugar y familiarizarte con el área.

Diríjase al agente formalmente, Herr (Sr.) / Frau (Sra.)

Haz muchas preguntas. En cada lugar que vimos, los agentes fueron extremadamente amables y serviciales.

No tema preguntar qué estaría dispuesto a negociar el propietario.

Por ejemplo, recorrimos un apartamento de nueva construcción. No tenía artefactos de iluminación ni cocina amueblada. Inicialmente, el arrendador no iba a encajar en la cocina, pero unos días después, el agente se puso en contacto con nosotros y nos informó que el arrendador realmente nos quería como inquilinos. Si una cocina equipada es lo que nos haría falta para alquilar el apartamento, ella estaba dispuesta a instalar una cocina a sus expensas.

For example, we toured a newly built apartment. It did not have light fixtures or a fitted kitchen. Initially, the landlord would not fit the kitchen, but a few days later,  the agent contacted us, informing us that the landlord wanted us as tenants. If a fitted kitchen is what it would take for us to rent the apartment, she was willing to install a kitchen at her expense. 

NO diga de ninguna forma que quiere el lugar, incluso si lo desea. Los contratos verbales son vinculantes en Alemania.

Está bien tomar la solicitud y decir que lo pensará, pero dígale al agente un día exacto en el que hará un seguimiento con un no o con su solicitud completa.

S i usted sabe con certeza en ese momento el lugar no es para ti, digo el agente y darles las gracias por su tiempo.

Mantenga una lista de los lugares que ha visitado y visitado. Si está interesado en numerosos lugares, una lista lo ayudará a realizar un seguimiento de con quién ha contactado y lo ayudará a recordar lo que le gustó o no le gustó de un lugar.

  

Lista preformateada para ayudarlo a realizar un seguimiento de las propiedades

 

Configurar proyecciones es un proceso, pero también superarás este obstáculo. Va a ser frustrante, pero valdrá la pena cuando encuentre su lugar y finalmente se instale.

Viewing Rental Properties
Helpful Tips
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