Rent property in Rethymno

The catalogue in Rethymno shows the minimum rate and the price spread by district and type. Central rates are higher, outskirts are 30–50% cheaper. For an accurate estimate pick a district and size — we will help match your budget.

The right choice depends on goals: work — close to office or metro; leisure — near the beach or centre; family — quiet area with schools and parks. Filter the catalogue by district and number of rooms.

Yes, short-term rentals in Rethymno are available — from one day to several months. These are usually furnished apartments with utilities included. Daily rates are higher than long-term, but with everything included — handy for business trips or holidays.

The standard is 1 month deposit (refundable) + 1 month upfront. Agency fee is usually 50–100% of the rate for long-term. When renting directly from the owner there is no fee, but make sure the contract is legitimate.

Yes, furnished options are marked in the catalogue cards. Furnished apartments are usually 10–20% more expensive than empty ones but save money on setup. For short-term rentals, furnishings are included by default.

The bill depends on size and season. Average is 80–200 EUR/month for electricity, water, gas, internet and cleaning for a 60–80 m² apartment. Short-term rentals include everything; long-term — metered payment.

The owner or agent hands over the keys when signing the acceptance protocol, recording the property condition and meter readings. The protocol is an important document: keep a copy until the end of the contract to correctly get the deposit back.

Yes, extension is done via an additional agreement to the current contract 30–60 days before it ends. The price may change (usually +5–10%), but owners value long-term tenants and often keep conditions as they are.