{"id":12005,"date":"2023-06-23T08:52:59","date_gmt":"2023-06-23T08:52:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/?p=12005"},"modified":"2024-09-11T06:17:32","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T06:17:32","slug":"renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart","title":{"rendered":"Guide To Renting Furnished Vs Unfurnished Property in Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you planning to rent a property in Dubai? Need help to decide whether to renting furnished vs unfurnished property? The decision to rent the right property can often be challenging. This choice impacts your budget, lifestyle, and happiness in your new home. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While furnished properties come with the convenience of being ready to move, unfurnished properties offer more freedom to customise the space as per your taste. In this guide, we will take a deep dive into furnished vs unfurnished properties, including their pros and cons, so that you can make the best decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" area-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-6a0593e8f0984\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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Unfurnished Property?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Your_Taste_and_Preference\" title=\"Your Taste and Preference\">Your Taste and Preference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Your_Dependents\" title=\"Your Dependents\">Your Dependents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Your_Dubai_Plans\" title=\"Your Dubai Plans\">Your Dubai Plans<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#What_are_the_Different_Types_of_Furnished_Properties\" title=\"What are the Different Types of Furnished Properties?\">What are the Different Types of Furnished Properties?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Semi-furnished_Properties\" title=\"Semi-furnished Properties\">Semi-furnished Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Fully-_Furnished_Properties\" title=\"Fully- Furnished Properties\">Fully- Furnished Properties<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#How_to_Choose_Between_Renting_Furnished_Vs_Unfurnished_Property\" title=\"How to Choose Between Renting Furnished Vs Unfurnished Property?\">How to Choose Between Renting Furnished Vs Unfurnished Property?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Advantages_of_Furnished_Property\" title=\"Advantages of Furnished Property\">Advantages of Furnished Property<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Reduced_Cost_of_Moving_In\" title=\"Reduced Cost of Moving In\">Reduced Cost of Moving In<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Save_Time_During_Shifting_Process\" title=\"Save Time During Shifting Process\">Save Time During Shifting Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Suitable_for_Short_Term_Rentals\" title=\"Suitable for Short Term Rentals\">Suitable for Short Term Rentals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Disadvantages_of_Furnished_Properties\" title=\"Disadvantages of Furnished Properties\">Disadvantages of Furnished Properties<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Fewer_Options_to_Personalise_Decor\" title=\"Fewer Options to Personalise Decor\">Fewer Options to Personalise Decor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Adjusting_Old_Items_with_New_Ones\" title=\"Adjusting Old Items with New Ones\">Adjusting Old Items with New Ones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#High_Average_Annual_Rent\" title=\"High Average Annual Rent\">High Average Annual Rent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#High_Liability_of_Furniture\" title=\"High Liability of Furniture\u00a0\">High Liability of Furniture\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Complicated_Tenancy_Agreement\" title=\"Complicated Tenancy Agreement\u00a0\">Complicated Tenancy Agreement\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Advantages_of_Unfurnished_Properties\" title=\"Advantages of Unfurnished Properties\">Advantages of Unfurnished Properties<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Bring_Your_Comfort_and_Style\" title=\"Bring Your Comfort and Style\">Bring Your Comfort and Style<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Less_Liability\" title=\"Less Liability\">Less Liability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Cheaper_Rent\" title=\"Cheaper Rent\">Cheaper Rent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Long_Term_Leases\" title=\"Long Term Leases\">Long Term Leases<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Disadvantages_of_Unfurnished_Properties\" title=\"Disadvantages of Unfurnished Properties\u00a0\">Disadvantages of Unfurnished Properties\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Less_Flexibility\" title=\"Less Flexibility\u00a0\u00a0\">Less Flexibility\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Expensive_Furnishing\" title=\"Expensive Furnishing\">Expensive Furnishing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Frequently_Asked_Question_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Is_furnished_or_unfurnished_better\" title=\"Is furnished or unfurnished better?\">Is furnished or unfurnished better?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#What_is_the_difference_between_furnished_and_unfurnished_property\" title=\"What is the difference between furnished and unfurnished property? \">What is the difference between furnished and unfurnished property? <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#Is_it_better_to_renting_furnished_vs_unfurnished_in_Dubai\" title=\"Is it better to renting furnished vs unfurnished in Dubai?\">Is it better to renting furnished vs unfurnished in Dubai?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/renting-furnished-vs-unfurnished-regart\/#What_does_furnished_or_unfurnished_mean\" title=\"What does furnished or unfurnished mean?\">What does furnished or unfurnished mean?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_of_While_Choosing_Furnished_and_Unfurnished_Property\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factors of While Choosing Furnished and Unfurnished Property?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12781\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Factors-of-While-Choosing-Furnished-and-Unfurnished-Property.jpg\" alt=\"Factors of While Choosing Furnished and Unfurnished Property\" width=\"1024\" height=\"692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Factors-of-While-Choosing-Furnished-and-Unfurnished-Property.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Factors-of-While-Choosing-Furnished-and-Unfurnished-Property-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Factors-of-While-Choosing-Furnished-and-Unfurnished-Property-768x519.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should consider several factors while choosing between furnished and unfurnished properties, including the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Taste_and_Preference\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Taste and Preference<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you need a certain environment to feel comfortable, or are you comfortable anywhere? If you belong to the latter category, a well-furnished apartment will be the best. However, if you belong to the former one, consider getting an unfurnished apartment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Dependents\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Dependents<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you moving in with your kids and pets? If yes, the furniture is more likely to be damaged. In a furnished apartment, any damage to the furniture can lead to losing your security deposit. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another factor is that furnished apartments are often not child-proof. Therefore, you should make your choice after considering this factor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Dubai_Plans\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Dubai Plans<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long do you plan to stay in Dubai? Furnished apartments cost significantly more than unfurnished apartments. If you plan on staying short-term, a furnished apartment might be better since you won\u2019t have to buy new furniture. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you plan on staying for a long time, the cost of new furniture may be less than the additional amount you will pay on rent for a furnished apartment. In this case, an unfurnished apartment will be better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Different_Types_of_Furnished_Properties\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the Different Types of Furnished Properties?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furnished properties can be of two types:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Semi-furnished_Properties\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Semi-furnished Properties<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A semi-furnished property comes with a certain set of furniture. For example, it may have pre-installed cabinets, dishwashers, wardrobes, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fully-_Furnished_Properties\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fully- Furnished Properties<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12782\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Semi-furnished-Properties.jpg\" alt=\"Semi-furnished Properties\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Semi-furnished-Properties.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Semi-furnished-Properties-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Semi-furnished-Properties-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fully furnished property includes all the necessary furniture and items required to live well. Therefore, you won&#8217;t only get a wardrobe in your bedroom but also a bed and a side table.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_Between_Renting_Furnished_Vs_Unfurnished_Property\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Choose Between Renting Furnished Vs Unfurnished Property?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both unfurnished and furnished properties have their fair share of advantages and disadvantages. Let us discuss them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_Furnished_Property\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advantages of Furnished Property<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the pros of renting a furnished property:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Cost_of_Moving_In\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced Cost of Moving In<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12783\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Reduced-Cost-of-Moving-In.jpg\" alt=\"Reduced Cost of Moving In\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Reduced-Cost-of-Moving-In.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Reduced-Cost-of-Moving-In-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Reduced-Cost-of-Moving-In-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Reduced-Cost-of-Moving-In-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The major cost after renting an apartment is the cost of moving in and setting up your new home. And by renting a furnished home, you can significantly save on these costs. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As furnished properties include all the furniture, all you have to do to move in is to bring your personal belongings. You don\u2019t have to buy new furniture or move your old one from your previous home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Save_Time_During_Shifting_Process\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save Time During Shifting Process<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process of shifting can be mentally and financially exhausting. Moving into a furnished home can help reduce this stress significantly, as you won\u2019t have to worry about preparing your furniture for shifting. As a result, you will also reduce the time required to shift to your new place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suitable_for_Short_Term_Rentals\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable for Short Term Rentals<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12784\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Suitable-for-Short-Term-Rentals-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Suitable for Short Term Rentals\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Suitable-for-Short-Term-Rentals-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Suitable-for-Short-Term-Rentals-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Suitable-for-Short-Term-Rentals-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Suitable-for-Short-Term-Rentals-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Suitable-for-Short-Term-Rentals-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Suitable-for-Short-Term-Rentals-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most furnished apartments in Dubai are only available for a short period, making them perfect for students and professionals. Renting one will save you the effort of moving heavy furniture for long distances.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disadvantages_of_Furnished_Properties\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disadvantages of Furnished Properties<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While furnished properties have many pros, it also has some cons. Here are some of them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fewer_Options_to_Personalise_Decor\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fewer Options to Personalise Decor<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the major cons of renting a furnished property is that you cannot decorate the apartment. In furnished properties, you are only allowed to make temporary changes, such as adding wall hangings or lights. This will limit your decoration choices, and your home won&#8217;t express your personality.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adjusting_Old_Items_with_New_Ones\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adjusting Old Items with New Ones<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are moving to a furnished apartment and already have old furniture, it can be challenging to set them up in the new apartment. Since the new apartment is already well-furnished, there\u2019d be limited space for any new additions. Ultimately, you may have to sell your old furniture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_Average_Annual_Rent\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High Average Annual Rent<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several factors, like location, amenities, number of bedrooms, etc., affect the rent of a place. However, furnished apartments often have a higher annual rent and security deposit than unfurnished apartments. This is because almost all the furniture and household necessities are available.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_Liability_of_Furniture\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High Liability of Furniture\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you rent a furnished property, you are liable for the property and the furniture. This means you will have to pay the repair amount for any damage or even replace it if necessary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complicated_Tenancy_Agreement\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complicated Tenancy Agreement\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tenancy agreement for furnished apartments can be more complicated than for unfurnished apartments. Therefore, before renting the property, you must check the inventory list, terms and conditions, and clauses related to damage. This will help you prepare well for any future issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_Unfurnished_Properties\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advantages of Unfurnished Properties<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12785\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Advantages-of-Unfurnished-Properties.jpg\" alt=\"Advantages of Unfurnished Properties\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Advantages-of-Unfurnished-Properties.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Advantages-of-Unfurnished-Properties-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Advantages-of-Unfurnished-Properties-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After understanding the pros and cons of furnished properties, let us move to the pros of unfurnished properties.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bring_Your_Comfort_and_Style\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring Your Comfort and Style<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In furnished apartments, landlords typically provide sturdy furniture. Style and comfort are often not considered. If you prefer to live in a space that speaks about your style and comfort, unfurnished apartments are best. You get the freedom to decorate your apartment how you want and use the most comfortable furniture.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Less_Liability\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less Liability<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tenants are responsible for any damage caused by themselves or their guests in the apartment. Renting an unfurnished apartment means you have less liability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a furnished apartment, the chances of this damage increase as the tenants use furniture provided by the landlord. In an unfurnished property, they are only responsible for the property itself and any appliance that comes with it.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cheaper_Rent\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheaper Rent<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furnished apartments often have a higher rent and security deposit due to their convenience. This is not the case with unfurnished apartments. Since the landlord does not have to provide any furniture, the rent and security deposit are cheaper.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long_Term_Leases\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long Term Leases<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to rent a place for a long time, an unfurnished apartment is your best choice. You can get the furniture of your choice and live in a comfortable area. Long-term leases are also a great way of negotiating rent prices with the landlord.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disadvantages_of_Unfurnished_Properties\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disadvantages of Unfurnished Properties\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the cons of unfurnished properties.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Less_Flexibility\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less Flexibility\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are staying for a long time, an unfurnished apartment will suit your requirements better. However, if you are staying for a brief period, an unfurnished apartment can be more expensive than a furnished one. This is because you will have to spend money to buy new furniture and then pay to move it to your new place.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expensive_Furnishing\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expensive Furnishing<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12786\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Expensive-Furnishing-.jpg\" alt=\"Expensive Furnishing\u00a0\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Expensive-Furnishing-.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Expensive-Furnishing--300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Expensive-Furnishing--768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When renting an unfurnished apartment, you must buy new furniture or move your old one. Both can be expensive and cost a lot of money. If you hire a moving company, they will charge you according to several factors, such as the amount of furniture and distance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renting furnished vs unfurnished &#8211; which one is better? After reading this guide, you must have already realised there&#8217;s no one answer to this question. The choice between them ultimately boils down to your needs and preference. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you prefer decorating your home, an unfurnished apartment will be suitable. However, if you are okay with a convenient place, you can go with furnished properties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Recommended for you :<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 99.0291%; height: 10px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 10px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 10px;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong>How To Deal With Property Handover Delay in Dubai<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 10px;\" width=\"301\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/property-handover-delays-in-dubai-lawart\">Property Handover Delay in Dubai<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Question_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_furnished_or_unfurnished_better\"><\/span>Is furnished or unfurnished better?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRenting furnished vs unfurnished depends on your lifestyle, budget, and preferences. However, in general, unfurnished properties are considered better than furnished ones.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_furnished_and_unfurnished_property\"><\/span>What is the difference between furnished and unfurnished property? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe difference between unfurnished and furnished properties is that furniture is not provided in the former. 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This will help save the cost of furnishing.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_furnished_or_unfurnished_mean\"><\/span>What does furnished or unfurnished mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFurnished refers to a place available for rent with all the necessary furniture. 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