Is this your first time exploring a short-term lease with 33m2?  If the concept of a “short-term lease” feels unfamiliar or the signing process seems daunting, you are not alone.

Today, we will break down exactly what a short-term lease is, how it differs from traditional long-term rentals, and when it becomes the most practical choice for you. Understanding these fundamentals will help you choose the home that perfectly fits your situation before you begin your journey with 33m2.

1. What is a short-term lease?

A short-term lease is a form of real estate lease agreement, specifically referring to a contract for leasing a home for a duration of less than one year.  Consequently, the move-in, move-out, and signing processes remain consistent with traditional real estate lease procedures.

As 33m2 is a specialized short-term lease service, short-term leases on the platform are operated on the foundation of these formal real estate lease agreements.  A short-term lease on 33m2 follows the same procedures and holds the same legal validity as traditional real estate lease agreements, where the landlord and tenant sign a lease, reside for the designated period, and then move out.

2. How does it differ from traditional long-term leases?

In South Korea, 1-to-2-year agreements are often considered the standard, but not everyone needs that much time.  Until now, finding an option to sign a lease only for the period you actually need—when you simply require a "home for a while"—has been difficult.

With a 33m2 short-term lease, you decide the exact duration of your stay.  This eliminates unnecessary costs and time, leading to a much more rational and efficient housing choice.

There is one more essential point to keep in mind: a 33m2 short-term lease is a residential lease for "living," not "lodging."  Unlike hotels, we do not provide hospitality services such as breakfast or daily room cleaning. The unit is prepared with a standard move-in cleaning, similar to what you would find in a long-term lease. While your stay might be temporary, the essence of 33m2 is providing a true “home” where your daily life continues, rather than just a travel destination.

3. When do you need a 33m2 short-term lease?

When visiting South Korea, anyone can face a moment of uncertainty when they need a home for just a short period.  Whether you are returning to your home country from abroad, visiting Korea as an exchange student or for study, embarking on a long-term trip, or arriving for a business trip, the reason may vary, but the concern is always the same: “Where should I stay during this awkward, in-between period?”

A short-term lease with 33m2 is the most realistic and reasonable solution  for that gap of time—too short for a traditional long-term lease, yet too long for a hotel. Are you looking for a home for a while during your visit to South Korea? Experience a smarter way to stay by signing a lease for exactly as long as you need with 33m2.