Apartments for rent in Qatar can be found almost everywhere, and they are the most versatile type of accommodation for rent, suiting most renters. Most people will begin their search for a property in Qatar by looking at apartments for rent in Doha. But as people become more familiar with Qatar, they soon learn about alternative locations with great apartments for rent.
As most apartments are set out over a single floor, they are referred to as "Flats" in some regions. The term apartment is used extensively in Europe, North America, and places that use American English. The term "flat" is used in the UK, India, and places that use British English. Qatar has a huge expatriate population from all over the world, so it is common to see both terms used interchangeably, and you can find many flats for rent in Qatar.
A Duplex apartment is set out over two floors, and a Triplex apartment is set out over three floors. A Penthouse apartment is usually found on the highest floor of a residential block; sometimes, they are set out on more than one floor. Penthouses are often considered the best, most luxurious type of apartment. They are also the most expensive kind of apartment for rent. If you are looking for luxury apartments in Qatar, the majority of penthouses in Qatar available for rent are found in The Pearl, Doha.
Alternatively, if you are looking for a larger rental apartment but don't quite want to pay 'penthouse prices' you can look at 4 bedroom apartments for rent in Doha.
Compound apartments for rent in Qatar are apartments set within a residential compound. If you don't like living in a residential tower block, this type of apartment for rent may appeal more and still offer an array of amenities too.
Villa apartments for rent in Qatar may be an option for those who prefer a more private apartment. Some larger villas are converted into apartments, and these are known as villa apartments. They may not have many amenities, and they could be a good option if you are looking for cheap apartments for rent in Qatar, as sometimes they can be more affordable than standard rental apartments.
Rather than get a monthly rent apartment in Qatar and be tied into a contract for the typical minimum of one year, you may prefer to look for a short-term apartment for rent.
The quickest and easiest way to find an apartment for rent in Qatar is to look online and use a good quality property listing website such as this one ;-)
The monthly cost of renting an apartment in Qatar will vary depending on the location, the size, the amenities the apartment has, and whether it is furnished. Some apartments for rent could have bills like water, electricity, WiFi, or QatarCool (district cooling) included, which is definitely a plus. A 1 bedroom apartment for rent in Qatar can cost anywhere between approximately 2,500 QAR per month and 11,000 QAR per month.
Fully furnished apartments in Qatar are the best option if you are staying in Qatar for a limited or uncertain duration or don't want the hassle and expense of buying furniture.