If you intend to stay in Rio for awhile,renting long term apartments will save you money, especially through the high season from december till march.

For practical reasons, you are more attractive as a Rio apartment renter if it's for a longer period, as it yeilds stability and lowers cost for handelling the aparment. Therefore, most Rio de Janeiro long term apartments can be negotiated to come at a lowered rate.

If you come from overbroad (foreigner) finding a bargain is harder than it appears. Truth is that Rio de Janiero can be a dangerous place thus all property owners exercise more cautions in their relationships. If you aren’t a native you have better chances to get the finest apartments (although you might get them a bit more expensive).

While money might be of principal concern the ability to know exactly what you want might be of same importance. That is when looking for an apartment you must know what are the minimum requirements living in the area. For Rio de Janeiro the most important apartment requirements are: 24h security (interphone or guard), air conditioner, peaceful residential location, hot water, refrigerator, kitchen, pest free block.

Long term apartments in Rio de Janiero on the beach or very close to the beach are more expensive and usually harder to find. This is because owners prefer to rent them on a daily rate. One way to find an apartment (recommended) is through a serious agency. They will ensure the safety of the transaction and the apartment requirements. It will save you from lots of hassle dealing with the locals (although you will have to get used at some point).

Here are some long term apartments located in Rio de Janiero area:

Copacabana address: Aurelino Leal, nº14/601. Sala, 2/3rooms, fully equipped/refurnished, 110 square meters, nice view, garage. For rent on a long term basis R$2.000,00+ taxes monthly;
contact: tel.:9613-8358.

Area: Copacabana, address: Street Ribeiro 411/804 one room (suíte) kitchen bathroom safe R$550,00
Contact: tel:2533-5406

Be careful when trying to rent long term apartments in Rio de Janiero because not all the buyers are legitimate owner of the apartments and you may find yourself in a difficult situation. If you are not accustomed with brazil legislation you should get a serious agency to find yourself an apartment.

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