Renting in Luxembourg
So you've decided to move to Luxembourg - congratulations, great choice!
Now, to find somewhere to live! Finding and securing the right accommodation can be an
arduous process wherever you are in the world, but hopefully we can help alleviate some of
that stress.
Luxembourg has a fast-moving real estate market that is driven by the dynamics of the
highly mobile expat population. There is no shortage of great apartments and houses to
rent but bear in mind that the demand is high. Having a clear set of criteria and being able
to decide quickly will get you a long way.
There are several popular websites that could be a great starting point in your home search
such as: athome.lu; immotop.lu; wortimmo.lu.
If you are moving alone and are looking to optimize your rental costs, house-sharing might
be an interesting idea to consider. As an added bonus, it will help you meet new people
quickly. You can find rooms to rent in the above websites, or at furnished.lu, luxfriends.eu/
en/ appartager.lu.
Home ownership is popular and is on the rise. If you are planning on staying in Luxembourg
longer-term, it might be a good idea to consider buying your own home.
What do I need to rent somewhere to live? You will need to provide a confirmation of
employment letter from Amazon (your recruiter or HR contact will be able to help you with
this), as well as a local bank account to process the deposit. You will generally be required to
pay the landlord one to three months' rent as a deposit, as well as an additional month's rent
to the real estate agency if there is one involved. A standard rental contract in Luxembourg
is written for a fixed term of three years but could oftentimes be negotiated.
