How much deposit is legal in Berlin?

Usually up to three months’ cold rent, held in a separate deposit account. Charging more is not a “market exception”.

Can I rent without a SCHUFA?

Some landlords accept alternatives (employer letter, higher deposit, blocked account). Many will not. Plan extra time.

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Berlin is a rental city. Most households rent, deposits are capped (usually three cold rents), and asking rents should be checked against the local Mietspiegel.

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Warm rent (Warmmiete) includes heating and building costs; cold rent (Kaltmiete) does not. SCHUFA and proof of income are standard. Unfurnished is the default — “möbliert” is a different, often time-limited product.

Short-lets sit under separate rules. sivrce’s Georgia daily-rent product is not the Berlin model. When rentals go live here they will be long-let first.

FAQ

How much deposit is legal in Berlin?: Usually up to three months’ cold rent, held in a separate deposit account. Charging more is not a “market exception”.
Can I rent without a SCHUFA?: Some landlords accept alternatives (employer letter, higher deposit, blocked account). Many will not. Plan extra time.

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