Renting in Mallorca: practical questions before you sign
Understand daily-life details that are easy to overlook when viewing a flat or house.
In this guide
Before you agree to rent, look beyond the photographs. The best location is one where the property, contract and practical arrangements fit the way you intend to live.
Clarify the type of rental
Long-term residential, temporary and tourist arrangements can be subject to different rules. Ask for the proposed contract in advance and seek advice if terms are unclear. Never assume an advertised property may legally be used for every purpose.
Ask about costs and utilities
Confirm exactly what is included in the rent, which utilities are separate, how deposits are handled and who takes responsibility for routine maintenance. Seek written confirmation of any promised repairs.
Inspect daily-life details
Check noise, internet coverage, heating and cooling, damp, storage, accessibility, parking and public transport. Visit at a different time of day if possible.
Keys and handover
Get a written inventory of keys, fobs and remotes. Ask how a lost key is handled, who authorises locksmith work and whether the property uses protected keys requiring specific duplication permission.
Protect the move-in record
Photograph existing marks, appliances and door hardware during the handover. Agree where repairs are reported and how access will be authorised when the landlord or a contractor needs to visit.
THE TAKEAWAY
Your practical checklist
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QUICK ANSWERS
Questions worth asking
Can I change the locks as a tenant?
Check your rental agreement and applicable rules, and coordinate with the property owner where needed.
