The average rent for furnished short- and medium-term apartments in Rio de Janeiro is approximately R$ 3,500 per month. In South Zone neighborhoods such as Ipanema and Leblon, prices can exceed R$ 5,000 monthly, especially for apartments with a sea view. In equally well-located areas like Flamengo, Botafogo, and Catete, it is possible to find options starting at R$ 2,800 per month, already including full furnishings, appliances, and utilities.

Furnished apartments with ocean views in Rio de Janeiro cost, on average, 30% to 60% more than similar units without views in the same building. In Ipanema and Leblon, a direct beach view can add between R$ 2,000 and R$ 4,000 to the monthly rent. Meanwhile, side views of the sea or views of Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon usually have a value increase between 15% and 25%. It is an investment that pays off for long-term stays, especially for professionals working from home.

The safest neighborhoods to rent a furnished apartment in Rio de Janeiro are those in the South Zone, especially Leblon, Ipanema, Jardim Botânico, Lagoa, and Humaitá, which have a strong police presence, busy sidewalks, and good lighting. Botafogo and Flamengo are also considered safe and offer good value for money. In Barra da Tijuca, most buildings have gated communities and 24-hour concierge service, ideal for families and expatriates.

For stays longer than 30 days, renting with a fixed monthly fee through Shortstay is significantly cheaper than booking nightly rates on vacation platforms. Nightly rates in Rio de Janeiro range from R$250 to R$800 depending on the season, which can exceed R$15,000 per month during peak season. Meanwhile, Shortstay's furnished monthly rental has a fixed price, a formal contract, no cleaning fees, no excessive deposits, and protection against seasonal price increases during New Year's Eve, Carnival, and summer.

Yes. Shortstay was designed with foreigners, expatriates, and digital nomads moving to Rio de Janeiro in mind. We accept proof of income in foreign currency, international work contracts, bank statements from abroad, and a passport as the primary document. We do not require a Brazilian CPF to start the reservation, a local guarantor, or a bank account in Brazil. The contract is bilingual (Portuguese and English), and the entire process is 100% digital.

During Carnival and New Year's Eve, the demand for apartments in Rio de Janeiro soars, especially in Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon, with daily rates reaching up to 5 times the normal price. Those who rent through Shortstay with a monthly contract before these periods secure the original rate without seasonal adjustments. We recommend booking at least 60 days in advance for stays covering December, January, or February, as the availability of properties with monthly contracts drops drastically during these times.

Yes. All furnished Shortstay apartments in Rio de Janeiro come with air conditioning in the bedrooms and living room, essential for the Carioca climate, which maintains temperatures above 86°F for much of the year. The properties also include ceiling fans, blackout curtains on the windows, refrigerators with large freezers, and in most buildings in the South Zone, common areas such as a pool, sauna, and gym, essential for comfortably facing the Carioca summer.

Yes. All furnished Shortstay apartments in Rio de Janeiro come with air conditioning in the bedrooms and living room, essential for the Carioca climate, which stays above 30°C for much of the year. The properties also include ceiling fans, blackout curtains on the windows, refrigerators with large freezers, and, in most buildings in the South Zone, common areas such as a pool, sauna, and gym—essential to comfortably face the Carioca summer.