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Relocating to South Korea? A Simple Housing Guide

Moving to South Korea for work, study, or a new adventure? Finding a place to live is one of the first—and most important—things you’ll need to handle. The good news? Korea offers a variety of housing options for foreigners. But there are a few things to know before you start your search.

One of the first challenges is the language barrier. Many listings and contracts are in Korean, and key housing terms like jeonse (large deposit, no rent) or wolse (monthly rent + deposit) may sound unfamiliar at first. It’s helpful to learn basic terms and Korean numbers to better understand listings.

Next, always check the place in person before signing a lease. Photos online can be misleading, and seeing the property firsthand helps you get a real feel for the neighborhood and living conditions.

Reading the rental contract carefully is also important. If you don’t fully understand something, ask for help—preferably from someone who speaks Korean or has rental experience in the country.

Be cautious of scams. Always confirm that the person you're dealing with is the actual owner of the property. Legitimate landlords will provide proof of ownership or authorization.

Also, keep in mind that rent isn’t your only expense. Gwanlibi (maintenance fees) and utility bills like water, gas, and electricity are usually separate. Make sure to ask what’s included in your monthly payment.

Lastly, choose a home close to public transport and daily essentials like markets, clinics, and convenience stores. This will make settling into your new life much easier.

With a little research, patience, and the right support, you'll find a comfortable home in no time. South Korea has a lot to offer—your new adventure begins with the right place to call home.

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Housing in Korea Ch.3 - Contract Signing

Housing in Korea Ch.3 – Contract Signing

THE MOST IMPORTANT PROCESS WHILE RENTING ROOM!!So, after the room tour and I want to make a decision, what should I do next?? How do we make a contract?There are a few things you need to keep in mind when you sign the contract. 1) Transferring down payment When you make a contract, down payment is needed to reserve the room. Before sending the down payment to a landlord, you must check that the…

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Securing housing in South Korea can be straightforward with the right knowledge. Rental options include Jeonse, a large deposit-based system, and Wolse, a monthly rent model. The language barrier and complex contract terms can make house hunting challenging for foreigners. Understanding local terms like pyeong for space measurement and gwanlibi for maintenance fees is essential. Working with an English-speaking real estate agent can simplify the process. Location is also crucial, with proximity to public transport and essential services making a significant difference. Ensuring landlord legitimacy and reviewing contracts carefully can help avoid common pitfalls.

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*Tips for using T-money Card in Korea Part. 1

*Tips for using T-money Card in Korea Part. 1

South Korean transport card T-money South Korea has T-money, Railplus, M-PASS (Jeju Island foreign tourists special transport card), Alipay Tmoney, Cashbee and other transportation cards. We used different card in different city or area. T-money is the most common transport card in Korea, not only in Seoul, Jeju Island and most cities in South Korea can take the subway, buses, some taxis easily…

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What’s the difference between ZIPTOSS and General Real Estate? ( PART. 2)

What’s the difference between ZIPTOSS and General Real Estate? ( PART. 2)

First Step: ZIPTOSS business group members are dispersed in an orderly manner to make a field investigation then contact the owners to collect housing sources (properties). The housing collection process in Ziptoss Second Step: Sources feedback to ZIPTOSS Housing Management Center to ask our photographer or manager to take pictures (360 shots) for the rooms that we had collected. Third Step:…

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What's the difference between ZIPTOSS and General Real Estate? ( PART. 1)

What’s the difference between ZIPTOSS and General Real Estate? ( PART. 1)

ZIPTOSS, a new generation in Korean real estate ZIPTOSS, Korean name: 집토스, Korea’s first direct real estate brokerage company. In July 2020, ZIPTOSS has 16 direct stores covering more than 60,000+ properties in Seoul and Suwon, as well as providing Chinese and English services to provide simple, fast and safe real estate intermediary services for each customer. The difference between ZIPTOSS…

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Housing in Korea Ch.4 - After signing the contract

Housing in Korea Ch.4 – After signing the contract

After contract YEAH!! SO I DON’T HAVE TO DO ANYTHING RIGHT NOW~~ EVERYTHING IS DONE~~NOPE!!!! THERE ARE A FEW THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW AFTER YOU SIGN THE CONTRACT TOO! What is next? There is one more step left. After you sign a contract, there are two scenarios.   1) Already have an ARC(Alien Registration Card) You should notify the community service located near your new address within 14 days…

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Housing in Korea Ch.1 - Type of rent

Housing in Korea Ch.1 – Type of rent

What if you could not get a place in a dorm? Or what if you would like to live alone, even though you got into a dorm? It’s time to go find a room. So, when is the best time to find a room in Korea?But How? And I don’t know the renting system in Korea! What should I do? So confused….😭😭😰 The real estate market moves at hectic speeds in Korea so there is no need to secure a room before arrival. Do…