Is it normal to pay 5 months upfront for an apartment in Abidjan?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently looking for a monthly apartment rental in Abidjan, preferably in Deux Plateaux or Angré.
Someone told me that the normal conditions can be 5 months upfront:
2 months deposit + 3 months advance rent.
Is this really normal in Abidjan? Or is it possible to negotiate something lighter, like 3 months total:
1 month agency fee + 2 months advance?
I’d appreciate any advice from people living in Abidjan or anyone who has rented there recently. Thank you 🙏