Short-Term Officetel Rentals in Seoul
Last updated: 2026-10-14 · Seoul Homes
If you are in Seoul for a few months — a project posting, a semester, a relocation gap before you find a permanent place — a short-term officetel is the option that does not require a standard year lease or a large deposit. These are furnished units let by the month, with the deposit typically about a tenth of what a conventional wolse contract asks.
Seoul Homes lists furnished short-term officetels in Seoul on 1–6 month terms, in English. Each one comes from a verified realtor, developer or property owner: open a listing to see its rent, deposit and terms, then send the lister an inquiry from that page.
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Small deposit and all furnished house in Seoul
Small deposit and all furnished house in Seoul
Small deposit and all furnished house in Seoul
Small deposit and all furnished house in Seoul
Small deposit and all furnished house in Seoul
Small deposit and all furnished house in Seoul
Small deposit and all furnished house in Seoul
Move-In Ready in Gangnam | Fully Furnished Home close Gangnam Station
Fully Furnished Home in the Heart of Gangnam, Steps from Gangnam Station
What short-term officetels cost
As of 2026-10-14, across the 57 officetels currently listed for short-term rent on Seoul Homes:
| Typical | |
|---|---|
| Monthly rent (median) | ₩1,700,000 |
| Middle 50% of listings | ₩1,400,000 – ₩2,930,000 |
| Deposit (median) | ₩2,000,000 |
| Size (median) | 31㎡ (about 9 pyeong) |
The deposit is the headline difference. A standard 12-month wolse officetel on this site carries a ₩20,000,000 median deposit; the short-term equivalent is ₩2,000,000, and 14 of these listings ask for no deposit at all. You pay for that flexibility in monthly rent per square metre — short-term units are smaller and priced higher per ㎡ than a 12-month contract — but the capital you need up front is far smaller, and it does not sit locked in Korea for a year.
How short is short
Minimum stays across these listings:
| Minimum term | Listings |
|---|---|
| 1 month | 23 |
| 3 months | 28 |
| 6 months | 3 |
| Not stated | 3 |
Three months is still the most common minimum, but one month is now close behind: 23 of the 57 listings accept a one-month stay. Anything under a month is serviced-apartment or hotel territory rather than a lease.
Where they are
Short-term supply sits in seven districts, led by Gangnam. Districts with two or more listings:
| District | Listings | Median rent |
|---|---|---|
| Gangnam-gu (강남구) | 27 | ₩1,500,000 |
| Seocho-gu (서초구) | 10 | ₩1,825,000 |
| Yongsan-gu (용산구) | 9 | ₩6,090,000 |
| Jung-gu (중구) | 5 | ₩2,930,000 |
| Mapo-gu (마포구) | 3 | ₩1,050,000 |
| Songpa-gu (송파구) | 2 | ₩1,800,000 |
Gangnam and Seocho hold most of the supply and follow corporate demand. Yongsan is the premium end at a ₩6,090,000 median. Mapo is the cheapest at ₩1,050,000, though with only three listings.
What to check
- Confirm what "furnished" includes. Most short-term officetels come with bed, desk, fridge, washing machine and air conditioning, but there is no standard — get the inventory in writing.
- Ask whether utilities and maintenance are bundled. Short-term units more often roll them into the monthly figure than standard leases do, but not always, and the difference is material at this rent level.
- Check the extension terms before you move in, not at the end. Short stays run over surprisingly often, and the rate for month 4 is much easier to agree in advance.
- Ask about resident registration if you need the address for a visa, a bank account or a phone contract. Not every short-term arrangement supports it.
Every unit here comes from a verified realtor, developer or property owner, so you are dealing with a verified lister rather than a sublet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find a short-term officetel in Seoul in English?
On this page. Seoul Homes lists furnished officetels for 1–6 month stays, in English, each from a verified realtor, developer or property owner. Korean apps such as Zigbang and Dabang also list short-term rooms, mostly in Korean. For under a month, serviced apartments or hotels are the realistic option.
How much does a short-term officetel in Seoul cost per month?
Across the 57 short-term officetels listed on Seoul Homes (as of 2026-10-14), the median is ₩1,700,000 per month, with the middle 50% between ₩1,400,000 and ₩2,930,000, and a median deposit of ₩2,000,000. Median size is 31㎡. Gangnam-gu, where most units are, sits at ₩1,500,000; Mapo-gu is the cheapest at ₩1,050,000, though with only three listings.
What is the shortest lease I can get on a Seoul officetel?
One month. 23 of the 57 short-term officetels listed here accept a one-month stay, and 28 have a three-month minimum. For under a month, you are realistically looking at serviced apartments or hotels rather than a lease.
How big is the deposit on a short-term rental?
Around ₩2,000,000 is typical, and 14 listings ask for none. That is about a tenth of the ₩20,000,000 median deposit on a standard 12-month wolse officetel, which is the main reason short-term suits arrivals who do not yet want capital tied up in Korea.
Are short-term officetels furnished?
Nearly always, and that is the point of them — most include a bed, desk, fridge, washing machine and air conditioning. There is no legal standard for what "furnished" means, so ask for the specific inventory in writing before you commit.
Can I register my address at a short-term officetel?
Sometimes, but do not assume it. Resident registration depends on whether the unit is registered for residential use and on the owner's agreement. If you need the address for a visa application, a bank account or a phone contract, raise it before signing — your agent can confirm it with the owner.