What's Included in a Monthly Apartment in Buenos Aires
Everything included in a furnished monthly apartment in Buenos Aires: furnishings, kitchen, WiFi, utilities, laundry, and what to verify before booking.
What's Included in a Monthly Apartment in Buenos Aires
Renting a furnished monthly apartment in Buenos Aires is one of the smartest moves for remote workers in South America. With a Nomad Score of 3.95/5 and monthly costs around $1,662 per Nomads.com, the city offers exceptional value. But before you sign anything, you need to know exactly what comes with the apartment and what you'll sort out yourself.
This guide covers everything typically included in a Buenos Aires monthly rental.
Furnishings: What to Expect
Buenos Aires monthly apartments come in a wide range of quality.
Standard Furnished Apartments
The baseline for a furnished monthly rental includes:
- Bedroom: Double bed with mattress, wardrobe or closet, bedside table, lamp
- Living room: Sofa, coffee table, TV (often a smart TV), storage unit
- Dining area: Table with chairs for two to four people
- Bathroom: Towels, bath mat, mirror
Most apartments in Palermo, Recoleta, and Belgrano meet this standard. Checking Rent Remote's Buenos Aires listings, you can see 35 available properties, with most specifically highlighting dedicated home office space as a feature.
Mid Range and Premium Apartments
Step up the budget and you'll find:
- Quality mattresses (not basic spring)
- Blackout curtains or blinds
- Balcony furniture (Buenos Aires apartments frequently have balconies, especially in Recoleta and Belgrano)
- Air conditioning units in every room (not just the living area)
- Building amenities like rooftop pools and gyms
On Rent Remote, premium one bedrooms in Palermo Soho run $2,475/month, while luxury studios with terraces in central neighborhoods go up to $3,405/month.
Linens and Towels
Bed sheets, pillows, a duvet or comforter, and bath towels are included in most monthly rentals. Some properties swap linens every two weeks. Others provide the initial set and expect you to wash them. Neighborhood lavanderías handle this affordably.
Kitchen: The Heart of the Apartment
Argentine culture revolves around food. Sunday asados (barbecues), morning medialunas (croissants), and evening mate sessions are daily rituals. Your kitchen setup matters.
Standard Kitchen Equipment
Every furnished monthly apartment should include:
- Full size refrigerator
- Gas stovetop (gas is standard in Buenos Aires, not electric)
- Oven
- Basic cookware: pots, pans, baking tray
- Plates, bowls, glasses, mugs, and cutlery for at least four people
- Cooking utensils: spatula, ladle, knife set, cutting board
- Kettle or stovetop water heater (essential for mate)
What You Might Also Find
- Microwave (common in mid range properties)
- Blender or food processor
- Coffee maker (French press or drip)
- Wine opener (this is Argentina, after all. A mid range bottle costs just $6 per Numbeo)
Where to Shop
Groceries are never included. According to Numbeo's March 2026 data, key prices include:
- Eggs (12 large): $3.62
- Chicken fillets: $4.27/lb
- Beef (round): $4.68/lb
- Milk (1 liter): $1.52
- Bread (1 lb loaf): $2.55
- Tomatoes: $1.12/lb
- Potatoes: $0.59/lb
Major supermarket chains include Jumbo, Disco, Carrefour, and the budget friendly Día. Neighborhood almacenes (corner stores) and weekly ferias (street markets) offer fresh produce at excellent prices. For a proper food experience, Mercado de San Telmo is a historic covered market with vendors selling everything from fresh empanadas to artisan cheese.
WiFi and Workspace
Internet Quality
WiFi is included in every furnished monthly rental worth considering. Nomads.com reports an average of 13 Mbps across the city, though this average is skewed by older connections. Many apartments in Palermo, Recoleta, and Belgrano now have fiber connections delivering 100 to 300 Mbps. Broadband internet costs about $33.22/month per Numbeo, but this is bundled into your rent in furnished monthly rentals.
Always request a speed test before committing. Any property manager who can't provide this is a red flag.
Workspace Setup
Many furnished monthly apartments in Buenos Aires now cater specifically to remote workers. On Rent Remote, nearly every listing highlights a dedicated home office as a key feature. Properties like the "Urban 1-bed Flat With Home Office & Rooftop Pool in Palermo" ($1,680/month) and "Stylish Modern Studio With Dedicated Home Office in Palermo Soho" ($1,710/month) are designed with remote professionals in mind.
For days when you want a change of scenery, Buenos Aires has coworking options in most central neighborhoods. A monthly gym membership averages $46.21 per Numbeo, and many coworking spaces fall in a similar price range.
Utilities: The Complete Breakdown
Understanding what's included versus billed separately prevents budget surprises.
The Numbers
According to Numbeo's March 2026 data, basic utilities (electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage) for a 915 sq ft apartment average $184.16/month, with a range of $100 to $303.57. Here's how that breaks down in furnished monthly rentals:
Almost Always Included
- Water: Included in rent across virtually all monthly rentals
- WiFi/Internet: Included in furnished rentals (worth $33.22/month per Numbeo)
- Expensas (building fees): Usually included. These cover building maintenance, security, common area cleaning, and sometimes amenities like a gym or pool
Varies by Property
- Electricity: The big variable. Some landlords include it, others pass the bill through. In summer months (December through March), air conditioning can push costs significantly higher. Nomads.com notes that only 47% of buildings in Buenos Aires have AC, so check your apartment specifically.
- Gas: Used for cooking, hot water, and heating in many buildings. Usually a modest portion of the utility total, but confirm whether it's included.
Never Included
- Cleaning services during your stay (optional add on at some properties)
- Personal insurance
- Parking (garage spaces in central neighborhoods run $50 to $100/month)
- Cable TV (less relevant with streaming, but check if you want local channels)
The Deposit
Standard practice is one month's rent as a security deposit, returned at checkout minus damages or unpaid bills. Some properties also charge a one time cleaning fee. Get deposit terms in writing.
Laundry: The Buenos Aires Way
Unlike European cities where in apartment washers are standard, Buenos Aires has its own system:
- In apartment washer: Available in some monthly rentals, but not universal
- Dryers: Very rare in Argentine apartments
- Lavanderías: The most common solution. Drop off laundry in the morning, pick it up folded the same day or next morning.
- Building laundry room: Some newer buildings have shared facilities
If having a washing machine matters, make it a filter in your search.
Building Amenities by Neighborhood
Palermo
A mix of renovated buildings and modern towers. Newer buildings often include gyms, rooftop terraces, and swimming pools. The "Urban 1-bed Flat" on Rent Remote at $1,680/month specifically mentions a rooftop pool. Parque Tres de Febrero provides over 25 hectares of green space nearby.
Recoleta
Grand, well maintained buildings with high ceilings and spacious apartments. Most have elevators and a portero (doorman). Located near the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes and the iconic Cementerio de la Recoleta. On Rent Remote, Recoleta studios start at $2,460/month.
Belgrano
Residential and family oriented. Buildings tend to be newer than Recoleta, with more modern amenities. Barrio Chino (Chinatown) adds food variety. Well connected by subway Line D.
San Telmo
Historic buildings with character, near the famous Feria de San Telmo Sunday market. Check for elevator access in older buildings. Natural light and street noise vary by floor and position.
Villa Crespo
Emerging neighborhood with renovated apartments at lower price points. Walking distance to Palermo. Buildings range widely in quality, with newer renovations offering solid amenities.
What to Verify Before Booking
- Exact utility situation. Get it in writing: which utilities are included, which are extra, and typical monthly costs. Use Numbeo's Buenos Aires data as a benchmark ($184/month average for basic utilities).
- WiFi speed. The city average of 13 Mbps per Nomads.com doesn't apply to fiber apartments. Ask for a recent speed test.
- Air conditioning. Only 47% of buildings have AC per Nomads.com. In Buenos Aires summers (current temperature: 30°C/85°F per the same source), this matters enormously.
- Hot water system. Some buildings use a calefón (instant gas water heater) while others have central systems. Both work, but calefón systems can be inconsistent with water pressure.
- Noise levels. Buenos Aires is lively. Ask about street noise, especially facing major avenues like Avenida Santa Fe or Avenida Corrientes.
- Elevator access. If above the third floor without an elevator, grocery trips get tiring fast.
Find Your Buenos Aires Apartment
Buenos Aires combines affordability, culture, and a growing infrastructure for remote workers. With furnished apartments starting at $1,680/month on Rent Remote and total monthly living costs around $1,662 per Nomads.com (before rent), the math works for most remote professionals.
Browse furnished apartments in Buenos Aires on Rent Remote, or compare all available cities to find your ideal monthly base.
Sources: Numbeo Cost of Living Buenos Aires, March 2026 | Nomads.com Buenos Aires | Rent Remote Buenos Aires Listings