Accommodation for a couple of months in Cuenca

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cinncinnMember23 March 2016 20:04:38

Hello,

if we to come to Cuenca for a couple of months, how much should we except to pay for an apartment a month, approximately?

We would need a decent 2-bedroom apartment, with all the appliances preferably and furnished.

I read some blogs from back in 2013 and at that time it was possible to rent something very decent at the range of $200-400. As I understand this is not the case any longer?

Also, how difficult would it be to find an accommodation? Is it possible to find something online prior to coming to the city?

Thanks a lot for all your help in advance!

cccmediaEcuador / Colombia Expert23 March 2016 22:55:52

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Landlords anywhere in Ecuador who rent furnished apartments by the month to Expats charge well above market rents, which currently are....

1-bedroom apartment in central Cuenca $358 per month

3-bedroom apartment in central Cuenca $538 per month

Rents in nearby areas outside Cuenca are 25-30 percent below the above prices.

Source for these market-rent statistics: www.numbeo.com

Your information was correct: the days of the $200 per month apartment in Cuenca suitable for arriving Expats are over, a casualty of EC’s third-largest city having become the world’s favorite retirement venue.

-- cccmedia

scottmacinakNew member13 March 2018 19:28:59

Where can I find an apartment that is not targeting expats. Looking for a one year lease on a furnished. Should I air bnb or hotel for a week or so and look for for rent signs, or is there a local classified publication I can peruse? Thanks for all your help!

lebowski888Serial expat02 May 2018 22:16:06

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OLX and MercadoLibre have lots of listings

armyvet7New member29 May 2019 19:51:47

I usually rent for 3 months at a time and I like airbnb. We usually get a good place in Cuenca for about $450. per month . It is a studio that includes everything even a small frig. and stove ,coffee pot,microwave,Tv and internet. Yes,cheaper ones can be found but they might not have everything you need. We have rented AirBnb places all over the world and yes there is a small fee but if there is a problem they will resolve it making you feel much more secure no matter where you are in the world.
Just my opinion.
For example there are cheaper places but many have a shared bathroom . This doesn't work for us.
And if the price is too cheap there is usually a reason that you will discover when you get there.
My best advice before getting a place or going to a new country is research,research and research.

journeymanjackActive member31 May 2019 00:08:02

I have stayed here often when in Cuenca over the years. Xavier & Semara will treat you like Family: "The perfect place to explore Cuenca
Apartamentos Otorongo affordable furnished rental apartments, providing the ideal location for exploring Cuenca. On walking distance from down town markets, banks, migration office, restaurants and entertainment, happily run by the owners. Pets are welcome" http://www.hotelotorongo.com/

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