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Rental platforms: Airbnb dominates for furnished short-term, but expensive. ArProperty and Inmuebles24 for longer unfurnished rentals. Facebook Marketplace has direct owner deals. Palermo pricing (December 2024): Furnished studio $800-1200/month, 1-bedroom $1200-1800, 2-bedroom $1800-2500. Add 20% for less than 3 months. Other neighborhoods: Belgrano 20% cheaper than Palermo, San Telmo 30% cheaper, Recoleta same price but older buildings. Lease reality: Tourist rentals (temporary) require just passport and cash. Long-term (2-year) contracts need garantía (property guarantee) which foreigners can't provide — pay 6-12 months upfront instead. Scam prevention: Video tour before paying anything. Never wire money before seeing the place. Fake listings use too-good prices ($400 Palermo penthouse = scam). Use Airbnb payment system for protection. What to verify: Test wifi speed immediately (30+ Mbps minimum for work), check water pressure in shower, count power outlets, test the AC/heating. Building amenities (pool, gym, terrace) often 'temporarily closed' forever. Deposits: One month standard, paid in USD cash, returned in pesos at official rate (you lose 30%). Photograph everything on arrival. Utilities: Usually included in furnished rentals. If separate: electricity 25,000 ARS/month, gas 8,000, internet 30,000, building expenses 40,000. Finding roommates: 'Buenos Aires roommates' Facebook group active. Expect $400-600/month for a room in shared Palermo apartment. Coliving spaces: Selina Palermo ($900/month), 1100 Polo ($1200/month) include community but feel like upscale hostels. Nomad clusters: Palermo Soho around Plaza Serrano, Palermo Hollywood near Av. Juan B Justo. Cowork Palermo and Huerta Coworking are the centers of gravity.
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