While it may be hard to find longer term rentals as a visitor in the capital, it should be relatively easy to find suitable apartments for remote workers in Berlin. After all, this is a modern city, with a large international community and rentals in modern, central apartments are not necessarily hard to find if you can provide the right deposits and references. Renting the right apartment is extremely important if you are looking to stay for longer in Berlin -- a good apartment in a nice area of the city will make you feel safe and comfortable while living in what is a relatively big and busy capital. When renting an apartment, you will want to make sure it is close to convenient public transportation options and that you confirm all rent and utility details with your landlord in a contract, preferably. Below, we list some of our favorite places to find apartments for remote workers in Berlin --
Following several legal challenges and changes, Airbnb is back in Berlin and it offers one of the best platforms when it comes to searching for apartments for remote workers in Berlin. The platform has an extremely useful map function which allows you to compare prices across the city, as well as important filters to make sure you can choose the place that is right for you. Prices in general may be more expensive here but if you contact Hosts directly you can often obtain additional discounts on long-term rentals.
This is an exciting and unique way of finding anything from room-shares to houses to apartments for remote workers in Berlin. The popular Exberliner magazine will seek to find an apartment for you or match you with those looking for housemates after you fill out an online form with your details and preferences. The process has a small cost which is dependent on the number of months you decide to rent. Once Exberliner finds options for you, you are given the opportunity to visit the properties and meet the landlords.
This is Europe’s largest local property portal and, as such, invaluable in any search for apartments for remote workers in Berlin. The site is easy to use and have countless properties available in a number of formats including co-living, house-sharing, and private rentals. Prices are generally in line with the market, but you can even find some good deals on this site if you get in touch directly with landlords. The apartments and houses listed are usually well-furnished and landlords are ready to give virtual tours of properties if requested.
Facebook groups such as this one with a huge and active membership are also very useful to those searching for apartments for remote workers in Berlin. This group receives tens of listings every day and is great for finding affordable accommodation in neighborhoods across the city. If you are interested in sharing a house or an apartment with other locals or foreigners, this site will certainly be helpful to you. As always, you should research ad owners and the apartments themselves before signing any contract.
If you’re looking luxury apartments for remote workers in Berlin, Coming Home will have the best selections of properties for you. Apartments here are beautifully-furnished and located in some of the best areas of the city. Properties are usually spacious and include all amenities, making the move-in process extremely convenient for new remote workers. Coming Home has experience housing foreign visitors in the city and using their services will certainly ensure a smooth rental experience. You can expect prices to be higher with this company.
For more information about living in Berlin as a remote worker, check out our complete Berlin guide.