Create yourself a home in Närpes

Renting an apartment in Närpes is a good option and perhaps the most common option for newcomers. There are larger and smaller flats and apartments available for rent and you can choose whether to live in the centre area or in any of the surrounding villages.

A rental dwelling is usually an apartment, a semi-detached house or a house. In Närpes you can find a property for rent through the town’s housing agency, real estate agencies, banks or private persons. You might also find vacant rental housing through local Facebook groups. You can also ask your employer for help with finding a rental apartment.

A good thing to remember is that you often have to pay a three-month warranty rent for the residence. More information on how it works to rent a property in Finland can be found here, the Finnish Tenant’s Association’s website.

In Närpes there is currently high demand for housing, so it pays to be prepared well in advance when looking for an apartment. Firstly, contact the municipal housing company Närpes Bostader. Information about vacant housing and contact details can be found on their website.

Home insurance – Whether you rent or buy a home, it needs to be insured. Prices for a home insurance policy vary depending on the size of the home and depending on how much you want the insurance to cover. Contact an insurance company to find the best option for you.

Electricity – Electricity companies in Finland offer two types of electricity contracts: flat fee or hourly use (based on the market price per hour). If you rent, electricity is usually an additional cost on top of your monthly rent.

Water – If you live in an apartment building, expect to pay a per-resident water fee each month. And whether you rent or own the apartment, water is usually an additional charge on top of your rent or the shareholder maintenance compensation.

Internet – Variables such as your home’s location, service type and connection speed will affect the price you pay for internet services. For more information on fibre network services, please contact DynamoNet.