Apartments for Sale & Rent in Seoul

How much do Seoul apartments cost?

Apartment prices vary widely by district, age, size and floor. The clearest way to compare is price per pyeong (3.3㎡): central and southern districts such as Gangnam command the highest figures, while northern and outer districts are markedly cheaper. For the median apartment price and price-per-pyeong in every Seoul district, see our Seoul home prices guide.

Apartment rents on Seoul Homes

On 29 October 2026, Seoul Homes had 29 apartments for monthly rent (월세) in Seoul. These are listings on this site, mostly larger family units in Gangnam, Seocho and Yongsan, not a Seoul-wide average:

Dongdaemun, Eunpyeong and Songpa have one listing each. Yongsan's median is high because its units are large (median 150 m²). For smaller and cheaper homes, compare officetels and all rentals in Seoul.

Buying an apartment in Seoul

Since August 2025, all of Seoul has been a Foreign Land Transaction Permit Zone for homes, apartments included, and the designation was extended in 2026. A foreign buyer must get a permit from the district office (구청) before signing — a contract without one has no legal effect — then move in within four months and live there for two years. The application also covers the source of funds, including money from abroad, and your visa type. Renting needs no permit. Our listings come from verified realtors, developers and property owners, and our realtors check the current rules and walk you through the permit, contract and registration. See buying property in Seoul for the full rules.

Renting: jeonse vs wolse

Jeonse (전세) is a large, fully-refundable lump-sum deposit with no monthly rent. Wolse (월세) is a smaller deposit plus monthly rent. Both are open to foreigners; wolse is usually easier to arrange on a shorter timeline. See all apartments and homes for rent in Seoul.

What a Korean apartment complex includes

Unlike a standalone building, a Korean apartment (아파트) sits in a managed complex (단지) with underground parking, 24-hour security, landscaped grounds, playgrounds and often a gym or library. A monthly management fee (관리비) covers shared services. The scale of the complex and its brand (e.g. major builders) heavily influence price and resale value.

Best areas for apartments

Families and professionals cluster in Gangnam and Seocho for schools and business access, Mapo and Yongsan for central living, and Songpa for newer large complexes near parks. Use the filters above to narrow by district, price and size.

Apartment vs officetel

Apartments are larger and family-oriented, in dedicated complexes. Officetels are smaller, more central mixed-use units that are cheaper to enter — better for singles and couples.