Renting an Apartment in Jordan: What to Check Before You Sign
By The Sooqakar Team · October 16, 2026 · 5 min read
The short answer
Most rent contracts in Jordan run for a year and are renewed yearly, with the rent paid monthly, every three months or every six months. Use a written, signed contract, and check the heating, water tanks, meters and building fees before you sign.
The contract
Write down the term, the rent and how it's paid (cheques or bank transfer), the deposit and when it's returned, who pays for repairs, and how much notice either side gives before leaving. Both sides sign and keep a copy.
What to check in the apartment
- The heating: central, underfloor, diesel or gas, and who pays for the fuel.
- The water tanks and pump, and whether the water and electricity meters are separate.
- Parking, the elevator and the backup generator.
- Damp or leaks on walls and ceilings, especially in basement and last-floor apartments.
- The building service fees and what they cover.
Money to have ready
Many landlords ask for the first three months in advance plus a deposit of about one month's rent. If you rent through an office, add its commission and agree on it in writing first.
Quick questions
Furnished or unfurnished?
Furnished apartments cost more and suit short stays. Ask for a written list of the furniture and appliances, and photograph them when you move in.
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General information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules and fees change; check with the Department of Lands and Survey or a lawyer for your situation.