LONG TERM RENT
Types of apartment layouts in the Czech Republic and Prague
What does 1+kk mean, and what are the details in apartment rental ads?
"+kk" means that the "kitchenette" is located within the main room, while "+1" indicates that the kitchen is in a separate room or behind a wall.
Thus:
2+1 refers to a two-room apartment with a separate kitchen.
2+kk refers to a two-room apartment where one room is separate, and the other is combined with the kitchen.
Garsoniéra (garsonka) is equivalent to 1+kk. In new developments, this type is no longer common, and you’ll mostly find it in older layouts. Garsonkys also include layouts like 1+0, which means the kitchen is missing. In such cases, the "kitchen" might be just a stove on a table or something very basic.
"Atypický" refers to unconventional layouts, such as lofts, studio apartments, etc.
"+kk" means that the "kitchenette" is located within the main room, while "+1" indicates that the kitchen is in a separate room or behind a wall.
Thus:
2+1 refers to a two-room apartment with a separate kitchen.
2+kk refers to a two-room apartment where one room is separate, and the other is combined with the kitchen.
Garsoniéra (garsonka) is equivalent to 1+kk. In new developments, this type is no longer common, and you’ll mostly find it in older layouts. Garsonkys also include layouts like 1+0, which means the kitchen is missing. In such cases, the "kitchen" might be just a stove on a table or something very basic.
"Atypický" refers to unconventional layouts, such as lofts, studio apartments, etc.
Apartments often come with a sklep, which is a storage room usually located outside the apartment, such as in the underground parking area.
Parkovací místo or parkování (parking space) may either be included in the rent or charged separately. Parking costs typically range from 1,000 to 1,500 CZK per month.
Apartments can be privately owned, cooperative (družstevní), or state-owned.
The majority of rental apartments are privately owned.
A private owner can usually provide you with permission for official residence registration without issue.
In contrast, registering in a cooperative apartment may require signatures from other residents.
In the Czech Republic, apartments can be rented either furnished or unfurnished.
Typically, there is always a kitchen unit in the apartment. It’s rare to find an entirely empty apartment.
Furnishing levels are usually categorized as:
Zahrádka refers to a small private fenced garden, typically available with apartments on the ground floor.
Parkovací místo or parkování (parking space) may either be included in the rent or charged separately. Parking costs typically range from 1,000 to 1,500 CZK per month.
Apartments can be privately owned, cooperative (družstevní), or state-owned.
The majority of rental apartments are privately owned.
A private owner can usually provide you with permission for official residence registration without issue.
In contrast, registering in a cooperative apartment may require signatures from other residents.
In the Czech Republic, apartments can be rented either furnished or unfurnished.
Typically, there is always a kitchen unit in the apartment. It’s rare to find an entirely empty apartment.
Furnishing levels are usually categorized as:
- Zařízený (fully furnished) – all the furniture you need for living is included.
- Částečně zařízený (partially furnished) – the kitchen is equipped, and there may be additional furniture like a sofa.
- Nezařízený byt (unfurnished) – no furniture is provided.
Zahrádka refers to a small private fenced garden, typically available with apartments on the ground floor.
About Floor Numbering
Traditional floor numbering in Czech buildings starts at zero, which corresponds to the "first floor" in many other countries.
The Czech first floor is equivalent to the second floor elsewhere, and so on. In modern complexes, floor numbering can start either from zero or from one.
Apartments can also be located on the přízemí (ground floor), which is often slightly below street level, with no windows or windows at ground level.
Accessibility
All new buildings are equipped with ramps, making them convenient for families with children or individuals with disabilities.
In listings, you can find the term Bezbariérový, which means barrier-free or accessible housing, indicating easy access for people with limited mobility.
Kauce: This is a refundable security deposit required when renting an apartment.
The amount typically ranges from 80% of the monthly rent to two or even three months' rent. We’ll discuss this further later.
Provize RK: This refers to the real estate agency commission for providing full services.
The fee varies depending on the agency and the property, usually ranging from 50% to 150% of the monthly rent.
Traditional floor numbering in Czech buildings starts at zero, which corresponds to the "first floor" in many other countries.
The Czech first floor is equivalent to the second floor elsewhere, and so on. In modern complexes, floor numbering can start either from zero or from one.
Apartments can also be located on the přízemí (ground floor), which is often slightly below street level, with no windows or windows at ground level.
Accessibility
All new buildings are equipped with ramps, making them convenient for families with children or individuals with disabilities.
In listings, you can find the term Bezbariérový, which means barrier-free or accessible housing, indicating easy access for people with limited mobility.
Kauce: This is a refundable security deposit required when renting an apartment.
The amount typically ranges from 80% of the monthly rent to two or even three months' rent. We’ll discuss this further later.
Provize RK: This refers to the real estate agency commission for providing full services.
The fee varies depending on the agency and the property, usually ranging from 50% to 150% of the monthly rent.
Some useful articles to read
Essential information to help you navigate the local real estate market.
How to rent an apartment in the Czech Republic for a long term and what is a security deposit?