A CLEARER RENTAL JOURNEY

How Nestoa Works

From your first search to contacting an advertiser, follow these five steps.

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STEP 01

Search

Browse publicly and filter by area, monthly budget, property type, bedrooms, availability and transport. You can compare homes before creating an account.

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STEP 02

Understand

Review the approximate map, nearby transport and everyday services before you shortlist a home. Confirm journey times and local information independently before deciding.

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STEP 03

Verify

Read each badge carefully: email, phone, identity, landlord or agency, and property checks are separate. A badge confirms only the review named on it, and Premium is advertising placement.

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STEP 04

Connect

Create an account to save a home and message the advertiser. Ask about availability, bills, deposit, lease terms and a viewing before sharing documents or paying anyone.

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STEP 05

Move

After you confirm the property, advertiser and agreement, use local information to plan your move. Rent and deposits are paid directly under your agreement, never through Nestoa.

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Prepare for enquiries without sharing sensitive documents before you have checked the advertiser.

  • Ask which documents are needed. References and evidence of income may be requested; requirements vary.
  • View the property, clarify bills and the deposit, and read the written agreement before committing.
  • Keep receipts, the agreed inventory and dated photos when you move in.
  • A PPS number may be needed for tenancy registration. You do not need it to browse Nestoa.

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Rental terms · English / Português

Landlord · Proprietário
The person who rents out the property.
Letting agent · Agente imobiliário
An agent acting for the advertiser or landlord.
Deposit · Caução
Money held under the tenancy agreement. Confirm the amount, receipt and return conditions.
BER · Classificação energética
The building’s energy rating. It is not a promise of a particular energy bill.
References · Referências
Information an advertiser may request about previous renting or employment.

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