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*Short-term rentals can be tricky to find.
*Short-term rentals can be tricky to find.
*Long-term rentals are competitive, and it’s best to start searching early.
*Long-term rentals are competitive, and it’s best to start searching early.
==Areas of Girona==
*Girona Old Town (Barri Vell)
*Migdia
*La Devesa
*Palau
*Montjuic
*Quimics (Once a glue factory, the site still features its tall brick chimney. Now, it's a residential area with apartment buildings. Used to be quiet but recently reported some crime concerns.)
*Montilivi (this mostly residential neighbourhood is home to Girona FC’s stadium, several university buildings, and student housing.)
*St. Daniel (Village behind Girona’s cathedral. Nearby forests. There are no shops, aside from a bakery. There is a restaurant called El Cul del Mon.
*Fornells de la Selva has St. George’s International School
*Villablareix
*Vila Roja
*Eixemple
*Sant Narcis
*Santa Eugenia
Nearby:
*Salt


==Where to stay in Barcelona==
==Where to stay in Barcelona==
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*New licenses haven’t been issued since 2018 (but some towns still allow them).
*New licenses haven’t been issued since 2018 (but some towns still allow them).


==Real Estate Agents who speak English==
==Real estate agents who speak English==
*Jessica Finnie (Costa Brava) is a real estate agent. Also offers help with housing rules and tiny home placements. Email: jessica@solenarealty.com 🔧
*Jessica Finnie (Costa Brava) is a real estate agent. Also offers help with housing rules and tiny home placements. Email: jessica@solenarealty.com
*Claragrup Serveis Immobiliaris (owned by Irene, local agent)
*Claragrup Serveis Immobiliaris (owned by Irene, local agent)

Latest revision as of 02:29, 14 May 2025

Short term stays[edit]

  • There are 139 hotels in Girona, see booking.com for a list.

Renting[edit]

Where to look for an apartment[edit]

Tips[edit]

  • You don't necessarily need a Spanish contract or NIE to rent an apartment; some agencies accept foreign contracts (e.g., Dutch contracts).
  • May & June availability is usually tight, so ask early.
  • Short-term rentals can be tricky to find.
  • Long-term rentals are competitive, and it’s best to start searching early.

Where to stay in Barcelona[edit]

  • Sant Jordi Hostel Gràcia (~30€) – Budget-friendly option with bunk beds.
  • Couchsurfing – An option for free stays.

Renting out a property to tourists[edit]

  • A tourist license is required to rent properties to visitors.
  • New licenses haven’t been issued since 2018 (but some towns still allow them).

Real estate agents who speak English[edit]

  • Jessica Finnie (Costa Brava) is a real estate agent. Also offers help with housing rules and tiny home placements. Email: jessica@solenarealty.com
  • Claragrup Serveis Immobiliaris (owned by Irene, local agent)