if purchasing property seems like too much of a commitment, there is a healthy renting market in rio de janeiro making a great number of options available to prospective tenants, and new residents looking for something more temporary. 

unless located inside an apart-hotel, the properties available for long-term rentals are usually unfurnished, and do not offer extra amenities or services,  vacation and short-term rentals are always fully furnished, with services already in place.

before beginning a search for a house or apartment to rent, potential residents must be aware that there are a number of documents and typical requirements necessary, in order to qualify for a conventional leasing contract.