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Renting appartment over Russian agency?

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Schneeflocke Frequent Guest Joined: 03 Oct 2005 Posts: 26 Location: Petrovsky Stadium, Piter	Posted: Tue Mar 21, 2006 10:24 pm    Post subject: Renting appartment over Russian agency? Hey, I've got a question. I'm going back to St. Petersburg this summer again for a few months. Last time I was I stayed the whole time with a family who was really nice to me, this time however I'd like my own place (also because I didn't feel comfortable coming home late from being out with friends when the mom was worrying...). I've looked at various websites of agencies and noticed that some Russian agencies have quite lower prices than western based ones. Is this simply because they rent a different standard of appartments? Is it a total 'no-no' to book over a Russian agency (it's cheaper and I don't have that much money either)? If no, are there any tips on which to choose? Thanks, Schneeflocke
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blaked Lounge Lizard Joined: 29 Dec 2004 Posts: 180 Location: Moscow	Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2006 1:09 pm    Post subject: I've been wondering this myself. Particularly, I've been wondering if they ask for a broker's fee and a deposit. www.irr.ru is a good bet for finding places in many cities. They seem to list apartments in SPB for less than 150 bucksov although they're not near the center. Any place catering to summer tourists is likely to jake you for a higher price. People that advertise in English see dollar signs.
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waytorussia Frequent Guest Joined: 17 Mar 2010 Posts: 14	Posted: Fri Apr 21, 2006 4:21 pm    Post subject: And don't forget about http://apartments.waytorussia.net At the moment, I'm making a deal with one independent provider who has apartments at $60-$70 / night -- nobody else can offer it through the internet. Browse the site and see what you can find. If you want this cheap flat -- send me a PM.
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Schneeflocke Frequent Guest Joined: 03 Oct 2005 Posts: 26 Location: Petrovsky Stadium, Piter	Posted: Sun Apr 23, 2006 11:32 pm    Post subject: Thanks WTR. If I was staying for a shorter period of time your apts would have indeed been an option, but for a longer period I simply can't afford this price per nigth.... I have found a place I can stay at, but thanks for all answers!
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Pasha Frequent Guest Joined: 25 Apr 2003 Posts: 38 Location: Moscow	Posted: Sat Apr 29, 2006 1:56 pm    Post subject: We are working now with some prospective apartment owners trying to make prices as low as possible. So if anyone is looking for a cheaper place, feel free to ask.
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