House Renting in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany
With a land mass of 13,800.1 square miles and more than 10 million residents, Baden-Wurttenberg is one of the wealthiest and largest states in Germany. Located on the southwestern tip of the country, it is home to the Black Forest (Schwarzwald), a large mountain in the Rhine valley; Lake Constance, a lake shared by Switzerland; and Swabian Alb, a high plateau between Neckar, Black Forest and Danube. If you are considering renting a property in Baden-Wurttenberg, there are a few facts you should knew.
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Significance
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Apartments, houses, villas, and other residential properties are available for short- and long-term rent in Baden-Wurttemberg. From waterfront properties to historic houses in the heart of the Black Forest, renters can choose from Kraichgau-Stromberg rentals, Lake Constance-Upper Swabia rentals, Odenwald Forest-Neckar Valley rentals, Swabian Forest rentals, Swabian Jura rentals and Tauber Valley rentals, as well as many more.
Rates
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A one-bedroom, one-bathroom waterfront apartment with a garden in Baden-Wurttemberg can rent from $364 to $491 per week, while a Type A (5-star accommodation) two-bedroom apartment with an indoor pool, sauna, spa and playroom for children rents from $561 to $1,236. Alternately, a two-bedroom rural resort apartment with a garden can rent from $453 to $817 per week. Amenities and the number of guests will determine the price per week, depending on the rental agreement. Rental properties are also available at a daily rate.
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Listings
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Online international search sites are available to assist American travelers, retirees and vacationers find rental properties in Baden-Wurttemberg. Websites like Home Away, Germany Toro Holidays, Squidoo, and Property World all offer online services, including virtual tours, property descriptions and pricing. Renters can view photographs, request contact information and check availability. Membership fees are not required and all listings are available free of charge.
Rental Taxes
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According to the Global Property Guide website, a 15.82 percent rental tax will be applied to nonresident renters who have no local income and a gross rental expense of at least $1,500 per month. The Federal Statistical Office and the Bundesbank can determine the final tax rate that will be levied. Property owners are also subject to taxation.
Warning
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Always inquire about weekly or monthly rates, if possible. A rental agreement spanning several months will offer significantly greater savings. Consider all options before renting a property in Baden-Wurttemberg and always inquire about penalties for ending a rental agreement prior to its end date.
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