Studios
Studio apartments for rent in Barcelona
Studios are the cheapest private option in Barcelona — usually 25–40 m², one open-plan space with a kitchen and bathroom. Best for solo movers who want a real apartment instead of a room in a shared flat.
What a mid-term lease in Barcelona actually is
A temporary residential lease (contrato de temporada) covers stays from 32 days to 11 months. It's the legal route for newcomers, students and remote workers — no HUT tourist licence required, no NIE required, and no five-year commitment. Most serious mid-term platforms in Barcelona operate exclusively under this framework.
How booking online works
Verified listings show real photos and an identified landlord. You request the dates, the landlord accepts, you sign the lease electronically and pay through the platform. Your money is held in escrow and only released to the landlord 24–48 hours after a successful check-in — protection no classic agency offers.
What you'll pay on top of rent
Expect a one-month deposit (refundable), a service fee from the platform (typically 15–25% of one month's rent, paid once), and utilities. Furnished mid-term flats usually quote rent with Wi-Fi included; water, gas and electricity may be included up to a cap or billed separately. The rent calculator gives you the all-in monthly figure.
What's included in a furnished flat
A reasonable baseline — confirm specifics on each listing page.
- ·Bed, sofa, dining table and full kitchen
- ·Pots, pans, dishes, cutlery, basic linens
- ·Washing machine, fridge, oven, microwave
- ·Wi-Fi installed and active from day one
- ·Heating in winter and (in most flats) AC for summer
- ·Cleaning before check-in, keys handed over in person or by lockbox
By neighbourhood
Where you land shapes your first month. Each barrio below curates the listings most relevant to newcomers.
Eixample
from €1500/moThe grid at the centre of the city, with Gaudí landmarks and chamfered corners. The safest first base for newcomers: central, walkable, connected to everything.
Gràcia
from €1350/moA former independent town that kept its plazas and bohemian feel. Independent cafés, squares for evening drinks, a tight community.
El Born
from €1500/moNarrow medieval lanes packed with boutiques, wine bars and the Picasso Museum. Central, atmospheric, lively at night.
Gothic Quarter
from €1450/moThe medieval heart of the city. Beautiful and ultra-central, but busy — great for a few months, less so for quiet.
Poblenou
from €1450/moA former industrial district reborn as the 22@ tech hub, two blocks from the beach. Wide streets, lofts, coworking, a calmer pace.
Sarrià
from €1700/moLeafy, residential and upscale, up the hill. Quiet, safe and green — trade central buzz for calm and bigger flats.
Sant Antoni
from €1450/moEixample's hip younger sibling around its restored market. Excellent food, central, residential enough to actually live in.
Barceloneta
from €1400/moThe old fishermen's quarter on the beach. Tiny flats, narrow streets, sun and sea — lively in summer, characterful year-round.
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Rent calculator
The all-in monthly cost — bills, deposit, service fee.
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Price index
Average furnished rents by area and unit type.
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Neighbourhood finder
A 3-step quiz that matches you to the right area.
FAQ
Do I need an NIE or a Spanish bank account?
No. For a temporary residential lease your passport is enough, and you can pay from a foreign card or bank account through the platform. You'll only need an NIE if you later switch to a standard 12-month lease.
Can I visit the apartment before booking?
Usually not — most international renters book before they arrive. That's why verified photos, video tours and the platform's money-back guarantee on misrepresented listings matter. If a listing looks off, skip it.
How far in advance should I book?
For September arrivals (the student peak) start looking in May or June. For other months, two to four weeks ahead is usually enough — Barcelona's mid-term market refreshes constantly.
What if I need to cancel or extend?
Cancellation policies are set per listing and shown before you book — most allow free cancellation up to 30 days before check-in. Extensions are negotiated directly with the landlord through the platform.
Ready to see what's available?
Verified photos, identified landlords, online contracts.