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hobogumm
07-24-2005, 11:30 AM
Hi,

I found a couple of websites (published 2004 i think) that give estimates of rental prices in Cayman and was wondering what you guys who actually live out there think as to how realistic these prices are.

http://www.ey.com/global/content.nsf/Cayman/Living_In_Cayman

"Housing. Rented accommodation is relatively easy to find, and generally annual leases are available, although less so between November and February (the tourist season). Monthly rental costs can vary considerably depending upon the nature (furnished or unfurnished), location, and size of the accommodation. The following is a general guide:

Modern fully furnished one-bedroom apartment:
· On the beach CI$1,500-2,500
· Off the beach CI$750-1,200

Modern fully furnished two-bedroom apartment:
· On the beach CI$2,000-3,000
· Off the beach CI$1,200-1,800

Two- or three-bedroom fully furnished houses:
· Off the beach CI$1,500-3,000

Generally deposits of one month’s rent are required for apartments. Also, telephone, water, and electricity deposits are approximately CI$750 in total.

Most rented accommodation is provided with air conditioning which, in turn, increases utilities cost. For example, the typical cost of electricity for an apartment would be CI$75-100 per month without using air conditioning, from $125-300 with air conditioning. These amounts vary based on square footage, the quality of construction, and insulation."



http://www.hamilton-recruitment.com/cost_cayman.htm

Prices in US$



West Bay:
1BR: $800 - 1200
2BR: $1200-2000
3BR: $2300-2800

7 Mile Beach
1BR: $1450-2000
2BR: $2300-5000
3BR: $3000-9000

George Town
1BR: $ 900-1600
2BR: $1650-2000
3BR: $2000-3800

South Sound
1BR: $ 950-1400
2BR: $1800-3000
3BR: $2200-4000

Prospect
1BR: $ 800-1200
2BR: $1200-1800
3BR: $1950-3000

Bodden Town
1BR: $ 500 - 800
2BR: $ 900-1600
3BR: $2000-2200

Source: New Resident Magazine 2004



Thanks in advance.

HeyMcfly
07-24-2005, 02:41 PM
I think the prices are too low. Just as an idea here is what we pay.

West Bay: 3 BR apartment, 3 bath, close to beach but not on it 3500 CI/month
Utilities on average for our house are 500-550 CI/month, water is 200-250 CI/month, internet 100 CI per month, cable tv 100 CI per month, cell phone 60 CI per month.

JTP73
07-24-2005, 09:35 PM
Has anyone heard when the new RH will be completed? Will it be ready for the August class as previously indicated? Thanks in advance.

JP