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Renting in Korea — the basics

The key terms every foreigner should know before signing a lease.

Deposit-fraud risk self-check

Check warning signs in your language before you sign

Clause-by-clause, in your language

Move-in checklist + house rules, card by card

Want to stay? Rights, timing, 5% increase cap

Registration timing, repair reserve, unpaid deposit

A large lump-sum deposit, no monthly rent.

A smaller deposit plus monthly rent.

Refundable security money held by the landlord.

A monthly fee on top of rent for shared costs.

A tiny, cheap private room, often no deposit.

Your foreigner residence card — needed for many leases.

A one-time fee paid to the licensed agent, capped by law.