Finding Accommodation On The Internet
If you have even a basic knowledge of Italian, there are a host of websites which offer you the chance to find suitable accommodation. Often you will be required to register on the site, but this is usually a simple, free service.
These websites feature a huge number of advertisements offering every kind of accommodation, from single rooms to large flats, in every area of Italy. Use the internal search engines on the site to refine your search terms and obtain a potential list of properties to meet your expectations. Clicking on an advert typically directs you to a description and photos of the accommodation, as well as to the contact details of the landlord. You can also use these websites to host your own advertisement, describing the type of accommodation you hope to find and how much you are able to spend. There are many websites which specialise in student accommodation.
You may wish to use an estate agency to find a property. Most agencies have their own websites, where you can use internal searches to call up adverts that meet your requirements. You will also be able to organise a visit to view the properties you like, and if you find the right place you can sign a rental contract with the agency. Estate agents will expect to be paid for the service they provide: often a fee equating to as much as ten percent of the annual rent!
Some useful websites include:
bakeca.it
A website aimed at university students. It allows you to search for every kind of accommodation in the biggest Italian cities, and allows you to publish your own advertisement for free.
agenzieimmobiliari.com
This search engine enables you to find offers from estate agencies in a range of different areas. Every option has a brief description of the accommodation and a link to the relevant agency.
collegiuniversitari.it
A website with a complete list of the official Italian university halls of residence, including details of their location and links to the organisation responsible for each residence.
mioaffitto.it
A very popular website featuring every kind of accommodation with properties throughout Italy.
casa.it
Another popular site offering accommodation throughout Italy. Should your search yield no results you can contact the website for help.
paginebianche.it
This website has a telephone directory featuring the numbers and addresses of estate agencies throughout Italy, and an interactive map to locate each one.
