Apartments for rent in Jakarta

There is a wide range of apartment types to choose from in Jakarta. Most high-rise apartments can be found in central business districts, while mid-rise and low-rise apartments are widely available throughout the city. High-rise, mid-rise, and low-rise apartments in Jakarta usually have swimming pools, gyms, and kid’s playgrounds. They can also be serviced or non-serviced. Serviced apartments are usually fully-furnished and offer housekeeping, laundry services, private drivers, and many other hotel-like amenities. In terms of room size, renters can choose between studio apartments, 1 to 3 bedroom apartments, loft apartments, and penthouses.

Two of the most popular parts of Jakarta is Central Jakarta and South Jakarta. Central Jakarta is where most of the tourist attractions are located. It is home to Monas (the National Monument), the Presidential Palace, and the fancy shopping malls, such as Grand Indonesia and Plaza Indonesia.
South Jakarta is where visitors can find the Blok M mall and Senayan sports complex. The area is also famous for its trendy cafes and buzzing nightlife.
West Jakarta is where Chinatown is located. It is a bit more laid-back than the South and Center. The main attractions in this part of Jakarta, besides the Chinatown, is Kota Tua (Old Town). Those who want to enjoy Jakarta’s shore can visit North Jakarta, while those who want to visit Jakarta’s culture Park, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) can go to East Jakarta.

As the capital and most developed city in Indonesia, Jakarta offers a high quality of life. However, the living costs in Jakarta are still relatively affordable. Most foreigners coming from western countries can live comfortably, even luxuriously, with very little. This is because the exchange rate of Indonesian Rupiah (Rp) to the US dollar is very favorable; US$1 coverts to around Rp14, 000.

Jakarta is one of the most multicultural cities in Indonesia, so many languages are spoken here. However, Bahasa Indonesian is the most widely spoken language, and some people may be able to speak English proficiently. 

The city is warm and humid all year round, and it experiences two seasons: the wet season (October to May) and the dry season (June to September).

Foreigners who want to live in Jakarta will need a visa. The most common type of visa is KITAS, which is valid for 6 to 12 months.

1. Less risk – buying a property in Jakarta can be risky. If you are unlucky and not careful,  you may end up dealing with corrupt property agents that only want your money, instead of having your best interest at heart.
2. Connectivity – Jakarta is the main gateway to the rest of Indonesia. The city’s international airport serves many flights to and from many cities of the world.
3. Less responsibility – no ownership means you can move out anytime you want to and you do not have to pay maintenance expenses when renting.