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No Tenant Protection and Other Surprises
Fundamentally different from Germany: no tenant protection law, no rent cap, landlord has more power. Not problematic if you know the rules and check the lease.
Biggest Differences
No tenant protection. Deposit 1-2 months (get photos!). From July 2026: deposit to bank account. Utilities separate. Mostly furnished. Condition often worse – check AC, boiler, humidity. Landlord usually pays broker.
The section on "No Tenant Protection and Other Surprises" was the most valuable for us. We couldn't find this information anywhere else before our move. It saved us a lot of time and hassle.
– Property buyer from Leipzig, in Limassol since 2023
Tips
Bazaraki: THE portal. Facebook groups. First apartment: use broker. Always visit in person. Test AC, check humidity. Contract in English. Have it checked (CMC/lawyer). 5 must-check points: notice, rent increase, deposit return, utilities, pets.
Renting in Cyprus
Topics: No Tenant Protection and Other Surprises, Biggest Differences, Tips
CMC Practical Tip
Tips Bazaraki: THE portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bazaraki.com #1. Facebook groups. Broker for first apartment. Stammtisch.
Limassol 2-bed: €700-1,200. Larnaca: €500-850. Pafos: €550-900. Plus utilities.
AC, water boiler, humidity/mold, windows, neighborhood, internet. Take photos of EVERYTHING.
Yes always. CMC clients: included. Lawyer: €200-300. €200 check prevents €5,000 problems.
How CMC Supports You
At CMC Certus Management Consultants, we are here for you – not only for tax and legal questions, but also for all practical topics of everyday life in Cyprus. Our team in Larnaca and Pafos knows the local conditions first-hand.
As your local contact, we handle: company formation and management, tax advisory and Non-Dom applications, ongoing bookkeeping and tax returns, support with authorities, and referrals to estate agents, lawyers, doctors and tradespeople.