Places to rent in monaco

In Brief

• Rent depends on the district, property size and charges, so compare listings using the same criteria.
• Check whether the monthly price covers building charges, water, heating and waste collection.
• Monaco has different rental sectors with their own rules, so confirm which one a home belongs to before applying.
• Budget about three months' rent for the deposit, and register the lease within three months of signing.

Monaco is a small territory, and its rents are among the highest in Europe.

Finding a home you can afford is harder when each district and each listing has its own price.

Browse the available places to rent in Monaco above, then use this guide to understand how rents vary by district, where to search, which homes you can apply for, and what a lease costs to sign and register.

Rent in Monaco: what the asking price per m² shows

The average rent reached €124.88 per m² per month in 2025, up 9.1% in a year. This figure reflects market rents rather than today's advertised asking prices.

Petrini's median advertised rent, about €111 per m² per month in 2026, reflects asking prices. Use it as a reference when evaluating a listing, since Monaco rent levels change with the district, building and amenities.

The price per m² helps you judge a listing. Average asking rents range from approximately €74.50 to €221.40 per m² per month across different areas. These are advertised prices, not necessarily agreed rents.

Your total rent depends on floor area and charges. For example, a 65 m² apartment advertised at €8,200 a month, including €700 in charges, has a base rent of €7,500. For residency, see the step-by-step guide to residency.

Homes for rent in Monaco, district by district

Carré d'Or is close to the Casino, Larvotto is on the seafront, Fontvieille has green spaces and marinas, and La Rousse has residences with sea views.

Each district has its own character, so one listing tells you little about another district. Read each ad as a single offer, not as the rent for the whole area.

Listings change fast, so compare Monaco homes for rent by district, size, outdoor space and availability.

These examples illustrate previously advertised rental prices, not current availability:

• Monte-Carlo: 42 m², 6 m² outdoor space, €5,175 a month.
• La Condamine: 65 m², 4 m² outdoor space, €8,200 a month.
• Fontvieille: 96 m², 27 m² outdoor space, €12,600 a month.
• La Rousse: 34 m² studio, €2,950 a month.

At Life Properties, you can explore available homes in different neighbourhoods and receive personalised advice on locations that match your lifestyle and budget.

Places to rent in Monaco and where to look

For an open-market home, contact a local estate agent first. These homes are available to applicants regardless of nationality.

Life Properties offers a selection of Monaco real estate for rent, alongside access to selected off-market opportunities through its local network.

Rent-controlled offers appear in the Journal de Monaco, and the local press also carries listings.

Published offers specify the rent and associated charges separately, so check both amounts before applying. Eligibility requirements also apply to regulated properties.

Property portals and agency websites let you narrow listings by district, size and price, and some by room count and furnishing:

• Filter by district, size and budget to exclude homes that do not fit.
• Check that each address is in Monaco, since some searches also return nearby French towns.
• Confirm availability directly with the agency before arranging a viewing.

If you want to rent Monaco real estate, contact Life Properties with your requirements to explore suitable properties, including opportunities that may not be publicly advertised.

Property for rent in Monaco: what to compare before you choose

A monthly rent says little on its own. A 65 m² flat advertised at €8,200 a month including €700 in building charges has a different cost per square metre from a 120 m² flat advertised at €18,100 including €600 in charges.

Ask whether each price covers building expenses, water, heating and waste collection. Then check the lease for any service you pay separately.

Check every Monaco property for rent against the same criteria before comparing rents.

Who may rent which homes

Non-regulated homes

In the open market, the landlord sets the rent and lease duration, subject to general legal requirements. You can apply for these homes regardless of your nationality.

Before applying, ask the landlord or agent which sector the home belongs to. Monaco has three main housing categories: non-regulated, State-owned and regulated. The regulated category includes protected and liberalised housing, each with different rules.

Most international applicants moving to Monaco to rent a home will focus on the non-regulated market.

Regulated homes built before 1 September 1947

The regulated sector includes certain homes built before 1 September 1947. Not all older properties are regulated, and different rules apply to the protected and liberalised sectors.

In the protected sector, only people recognised as eligible and registered with the Housing Department can apply.

Offers for these homes appear in the Journal de Monaco, with the address, floor, area, rent, charges and viewing times. Compare the rent with the charges before deciding.

Submit your application to the Housing Department by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt within 15 days of the offer's publication in the Journal de Monaco.

Include the completed application and the required proof of household income. Income limits may apply depending on your eligibility category. The owner must respect the legal order of priority when selecting a tenant.

Deposits, fees and lease terms to expect

Deposit and payment schedule

Budget about three months' rent for the deposit. For every €1,000 of monthly rent, that means approximately €3,000. Check the exact amount and how it is held in the lease before signing.

Rent is often paid quarterly and in advance, but the lease sets the actual schedule. Read the payment dates and the charges due with each payment before signing.

Remember that the deposit, advance rent, charges and agency fees can represent a substantial upfront payment.

Agency fee and lease registration

Agency fees are commonly 10% of the first year's rent, plus 20% VAT, for unfurnished properties. For a rent of €1,000 a month, that means €1,440 including VAT.

For furnished properties, Life Properties calculates its commission on the total lease value, according to its published agency fee schedule.

Before signing, confirm the exact amount and who pays it. If you are asked to pay it, get the figure in writing.

To register the lease:

• Register the lease within three months of signing.
• Pay the 1% registration duty on rent and charges for the applicable lease period. For a one-year lease at €3,000 plus €300 in monthly charges, this is €396.
• Prepare the completed lease extract and three original signed copies for the Registration and Stamps Division of the Department of Tax Services.
• Confirm any additional stamp fees and accepted payment methods.

Compare each listing on the same points: district, size, charges and rental sector. A rent figure only means something when considered alongside these details.

Your next step is to contact Life Properties for personalised assistance and to have the property's charges, availability and rental conditions confirmed before applying.