Costs & Payments Guides

Short answer: most student rent in Buenos Aires is paid in US dollars, and cash remains the most common method — not because landlords prefer it in principle, but because international bank transfers frequently fail on the receiving side. The single most useful thing you can do before signing anything is ask your landlord one specific question about international transfers. It is explained below. This guide covers the practical mechanics: what landlords accept, why "you can p

A practical guide to affordable student housing in Buenos Aires — covering realistic budget ranges, the most cost-effective neighborhoods, shared vs. private apartment costs, and tips for securing housing before arrival. Based on StayXchange's real experience placing exchange students in Buenos Aires across multiple semesters.