How to rent a property in Tulum, via an Estate Agent, an agent who specializes in overseas property, or if renting a property by owner.
To rent a property in Mexico, you'll need to provide documents to the landlord or agent, and you can expect to pay a fee to a real estate agent:
Documents:
You'll typically need to provide:
Proof of identity, such as a passport or ID card.
Proof of residency, such as a document issued by Mexican authorities.
Proof of employment, such as a letter from your employer or your most recent tax records.
Proof of economic solvency, such as a letter from your bank or your work contract.
A list of your most recent rental addresses.
Reference letters from past landlords or current employers.
Fees - You'll likely need to pay a fee to a real estate agent, which is usually about a month's worth of rent, or to the rental agent if booking a vacation rental in Tulum.
Credit check - Larger rental agencies might ask for a credit check.
Guarantor - Some landlords or estate agencies may ask for a guarantor, or fiador, who must live in the same city and own an unmortgaged property there. You can ask your employer to act as a guarantor, or offer to pay a higher deposit.
You can find properties for rent in Mexico on sites like Homie, Houm, Benvi and IPD
Through a real estate agent
By looking for a "to let" sign in a neighborhood
When renting a property in Mexico, you should also: Check what services and utilities are available at the property before you sign a contract or pay a deposit
Be aware that Mexico's property laws favor tenants, making it difficult for landlords to evict tenants when a lease expires
Note this information is purely a guide, and if selling or renting in Mexico, we advise you to seek professional help as relates to your specific needs.
Find out how to list a property in Mexico for rent here.
