There are many factors to consider before finding a suitable rental property: the type of rental you’re looking for, how much you want to pay, the area in which you wish to live, etc. The most desirable properties are often found through personal contacts, but here you are some useful advice:

• Your friends, relatives and acquaintances may help spread the word, particularly if you are looking in the area where you already live. Many properties are found by word of mouth .
• Local Spanish newspapers can also help you. Have a look at their classifieds where you could find thousand of offers. This may also help you to get an idea about prices in the area you are looking for. There’s little jargon or abbreviations in Spanish rental ads and most can be deciphered without too much trouble.
• Most of Spanish cities have estate agents who also act as letting agents for owners. Often it is better to deal with an agent than directly with owners, particularly concerning contracts and legal matters. Some agents advertise abroad in property publications and many companies handling holiday rentals also offer longer term rentals, particularly during the winter.
• You could even insert a ‘rental wanted’ advertisement in any newspaper and on notice boards, but we can assure you success using this method

Finding a reputable lawyer may avoid unpleasant surprises. Your solicitor can help you to prepare the rental contract with some essential provisions as: details of the landlord and tenant, description of the property, the contract term, amount of rent, etc.

Local Spanish newspapers can also help you. Have a look at their classifieds where you could find thousand of offers. This may also help you to get an idea about prices in the area you are looking for. There’s little jargon or abbreviations in Spanish rental ads and most can be deciphered without too much trouble.

The contract can be signed for a long or short term.
Short term rental contracts are normally used for holiday letting, in case you decide to choose a short-term condition must be clearly showed in the contract.

Long term rental contracts can be signed for duration of more than one year. In case the contract does not exceed five years duration, it will be renewed automatically upon its expiration for periods of 1 up to 5 years term, unless the tenant is not willing to renew it.

Of course rental costs in Spain vary considerably depending on the number of bedrooms, age of a property, and facilities provided, but the most significant factor is the region of Spain, the city, even the neighbourhood.