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What rental terms should I know for off-campus housing?
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Common terms when renting off campus in Turkiye include kira (rent), depozito (a refundable deposit, often one to two months of rent), aidat (a monthly building maintenance fee), kontrat (the rental contract), and emlakci (a real-estate agent, who may charge a commission). Read the contract carefully, get receipts, and clarify what is included before paying. This is general guidance; specific terms and amounts vary by landlord and building.
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- Student community / Telegram (METU INTL FRESHMEN)
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- Student community / Telegram
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- September 4, 2026 (verified today)
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