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✅ Things to Ask Before Renting Accommodation
If you're planning to rent, especially through online platforms or social media, it's important to make sure the listing is real and the person you're speaking to has the right to rent the property. Here's what you should ask:
📄 Proof of Address
Ask the owner for a recent utility bill (e.g. electricity, gas, or broadband) with their name and the property's address on it.
📷 Photo or Video Proof of the Property
Request a video call to view the accommodation live, or ask for photos that include the current date written on paper somewhere in the room. This helps confirm the property exists and is currently available.
💶 Deposit Details
Ask: “Is a deposit required? If so, how much, and when is it due?”
Make sure you get written confirmation and never send money before confirming all the above details
Name Anne Noone
Accommodation Address
Moorpark Athenry Co Galway H65XT57.
Phone Number 0860788788
Number of Rooms Available for Rent ( 2 )
Price per Room (€) €130
Which Days of the Week Is the Accommodation Available?
Sunday night to Friday morning.
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Name Vicky
Accommodation Address Cartymore, Co. Galway
Phone Number 087 2927440
Number of Rooms Available for Rent 1
Price per Room (€) €130 per week
Extra inclusive of utilities. Optional home-cooked evening meals available
Which Days of the Week Is the Accommodation Available? (e.g., Monday to Friday, Full Week)
4
Name Stephen
Accommodation Address Oranmore, Galway
Phone Number 086 8216923
Number of Rooms Available for Rent 2
Price per Room (€) €150 P/W
Extra
Which Days of the Week Is the Accommodation Available? Monday to Friday, Full Week
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Name Julie
Accommodation Address Headford, Co Galway
Phone Number 087 6417891
Number of Rooms Available for Rent
Price per Room (€) €125
Extra near Galway ETB, ATU, and NUIG. A 20-minute walk to the bus stop makes it ideal for car owners
Which Days of the Week Is the Accommodation Available? Sunday to Friday
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