German - Renting an Apartment

Ich interessiere mich für die Wohnung in der ___.

I'm interested in the apartment on ___.

Meaning: I'm interested in the apartment on ___.

When to use: Use this when you want to tell a landlord or agent which listing catches your interest — add the street name or area after the phrase.

Tip: Don't say "im" automatically for every street — many street names take „in der“; check the name and article.

Ist die Wohnung noch frei?

Is the apartment still available?

Meaning: Is the apartment still available?

When to use: Ask this right away when you contact the poster to avoid wasting time on taken listings.

Wie hoch ist die Miete pro Monat?

How much is the rent per month?

Meaning: How much is the rent per month?

When to use: Use this to confirm the monthly rent before arranging a visit or applying.

Sind die Nebenkosten in der Miete enthalten?

Are utilities included in the rent?

Meaning: Are utilities included in the rent?

When to use: Ask this to understand whether 'Nebenkosten' (utilities and additional fees) are part of the listed rent.

Tip: Beginners sometimes confuse "Nebenkosten" with separate utilities — ask explicitly if they are "in der Miete enthalten."

Wie hoch ist die Kaution?

How much is the security deposit?

Meaning: How much is the security deposit?

When to use: Use this when you need to know upfront costs for applying or moving in.

Wann kann ich die Wohnung besichtigen?

When can I come see the apartment?

Meaning: When can I come see the apartment?

When to use: Use this to propose arranging a viewing after confirming availability and basic details.

Könnten Sie mir die Adresse und Fotos schicken?

Could you send me the address and photos?

Meaning: Could you send me the address and photos?

When to use: Request this when you want the exact location and images before or after a viewing is scheduled.

Wie lange läuft der Mietvertrag?

How long is the lease?

Meaning: How long is the lease?

When to use: Ask this to learn whether the contract is fixed-term or open-ended and for how long.

Tip: Don't assume every contract is unlimited; ask "befristet" or "wie lange" to be clear.

Gibt es ___ im Haus?

Is there ___ in the building?

Meaning: Is there ___ in the building?

When to use: Use this structure to ask about features like an elevator, cellar, bike storage, or parking — fill the blank with the item.

Ich möchte mich für die Wohnung bewerben.

I'd like to fill out an application.

Meaning: I'd like to fill out an application.

When to use: Say this when you want to start the formal application process for a flat.

Ab wann kann ich frühestens einziehen?

What is the earliest move-in date?

Meaning: What is the earliest move-in date?

When to use: Ask this to confirm the soonest possible date you could take possession of the apartment.

Ist die Wohnung möbliert oder unmöbliert?

Is the apartment furnished or unfurnished?

Meaning: Is the apartment furnished or unfurnished?

When to use: Ask this to know what furniture (if any) is included and whether you'll need to bring or rent furniture.

Sind Haustiere erlaubt?

Are pets allowed?

Meaning: Are pets allowed?

When to use: Ask this if you have or plan to get a pet and need permission in the lease.