Real Estate Seoul - Real Estate South Korea - Relocation Seoul, South Korea - Rent housing rentals seoul


Don't get sold down the garden path.

Before you call any real estate agency, call us. Our "by expats, for expats" house search services are free. We live here, we know the game and we know how to get you the extra value for your money. So don't get stung, just give us a ring and see if our words ring true. Ask your self one question: Do you or your HR people really know the market? Or the reputation of real estate agents in town?

Get more for your money… We will refer you to Expat Friendly agents that want to get you the most for your money, not the other way around.

We live here and know exactly what you should pay. We do NOT charge for our house finding services. We simply advise you and survey the property before you sign the contract. Remember, there is a good chance we know the old tenants. Talk to us before you take the first step. It costs nothing. EAS is not a real estate agency. We are simply an advisory service that assists expats new to Seoul or already here to find a better deal on accommodation and other services available.

For years, real estate agents and landlords in Korea have asked tenants to pay the full term of the lease up front in one payment - Times are changing. Many real estate agents and landlords are now looking at different options to attract tenants. Paying the full term on moving in or signing the lease will give you extra bargaining power, there are some great deals out there now. Contact us for advice about which real estate agents are open to reason.


Real Estate Agents

Please contact us via email if you would like us to recommend "tried and tested" real estate agent

English teachers etc, please click here for information on lower end accommodation.

The real estate industry in Korea is "big business". There are many real estate agents to choose from, how ever this seems to many to be the biggest problem. We here at the "Expat Advisory Service" have tried and tested many agencies. We often recommend an agency depending on the area you finally decide to live in. Listed below are the most popular areas for foreigners (or aliens as the Korean government still classifies us).

Anyone wishing to ask questions or leave a comment can post their message on our forums

Banbae-dong:
This community is located in the southern part of Seoul. Bangbae-dong, one of the oldest expatriate enclaves, is popular with foreigners, especially the French prefer to live. There are many Western-style houses, villas and apartments. The French School is located here and School bus service is available for both Seoul International School and Seoul Foreign School. It is close to shopping centers and to the subway Line 2 Bangbae station and Line 3 Seoul National Education University station.

Dongbingo-dong / Seobingo-dong
This is a pleasant and convent residential area located east and west of the ice house which for years was used to store blocks of ice from the mountains. A lot of 3-4 story apartments have been built recently. The houses are large and generally have gardens. Many foreign embassies and ambassador's residences are in this area. Guards are employed 24-hours a day an their salaries are paid by the residents. All schools have bus service to this community.

Hannam-dong:
Hannam-dong is a residential area featuring mostly homes with many high quality brand new villas. Homes are suitable for Western style living. Many high-ranking Korean officials and foreign ambassadors live in this area. Most residents hire their own guards since this area is not a compound. The German School is located in this area. Shopping is done just up the hill in Itaewon. The city center is 5-7 km distant or a 10-20 minute drive by car. Bus services are convenient and subway station.

Itaewon:
Itaewon is a hilly area situated near the US Army's Yongsan base at the center of Seoul. There are many bright and cozy houses and gardens in this area, as well as apartments. Many foreign embassy people reside here as well. The area is close to Grand Hyatt Hotel, Seoul Tower and Namsan Mt. There are several international schools in the area. School bus services to Seoul Foreign School and Seoul International School takes about 50 minutes. There is transportation (between Subway Line 6 Noksapyung and Hankangjin) and shopping center in the vicinity. The downtown area is only 10-20 minutes by car. There are also parks along the river. Guard boxes stand on the main roads, but each home retains the services of a private guard.

Kangnam
South of the Han River, these communities, with their Western-style houses and apartments and their convenient public transport, are attracting foreigners. Subways provide access to down town in minutes. The best hotels and shopping center are also located here. Seoul Academy center and Seoul International School area nearby.

Songbuk-dong
North of the old Capital building and Kyongbok Palace, this community has a suburban flavor. There are lovely homes with tiled roofs in this hilly, fresh air, wooded setting. Although school buses service this community, public transportation is not convenient, causing some families to forego the beauty of the area for something more central. The city center is 5 km distant, a 10-20 minute drive by car.

UN Village:
U. N. Village is at one end of Hannam-dong. There are large, luxury villas and new apartment complexes with fantastic river views in this compound, which is patrolled by 24hr guards.

Yunhee-dong
Located on the northwest side of Seoul, about 20 minutes by car from downtown, this area is somewhat less expensive that the Hannam-dong and Itaewon districts. Houses are fairly large. There are playgrounds and hiking areas in the nearby mountains. The location is within an easy distance of the Seoul Foreign School.

 

For any more advice consult our forums



© 2004 - Real estate Seoul