Introduction
Renting an apartment in Korea can be a difficult experience, especially for foreigners. Traditional housing requires massive deposits (often ₩10-50 million), Korean bank accounts, and talk with real estate agents who rarely speak English. Even after finding a place, you'll need an Alien Registration Card (ARC) just to set up basic utilities like internet.
This is where Enkostay comes in, a platform that removes these barriers for newcomers to Korea. Whether you're an exchange student, digital nomad, professional or long term traveler, relocating to Seoul, Enkostay offers a seamless way to secure housing without the usual hurdles.
Think of it as an "apartment rental for beginners" that handles everything: furnished rooms, utilities included, English-speaking support, and most importantly, no huge deposits required. You can book instantly with just a card (Visa, Mastercard), much like you'd book a hotel.
Enkostay is a housing platform designed for people coming to Korea who want a smooth, affordable way to settle in, without the usual headaches like high deposits or long agent calls.
In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through the full booking process:
From browsing listings to securing your stay and messaging the host, all with zero deposit required.
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🔍 Step 1: Start Browsing Listings
When you land on the platform, you’ll notice one big highlight right away:
No deposit required.
That’s a huge win because most landlords in Korea ask for ₩10,000,000 (~$7,000 USD) as deposit, not ideal for newcomers.
Enkostay removes that barrier and shows you available rooms right away.
🗓️ Step 2: Enter Your Dates & Preferences
Choose your move-in and move-out dates — for example:
June 1st to July 1st
Select:
- Who’s moving in (e.g., solo)
- 1-month stay (Minimum Booking Duration Varies)
- Private Place or Share house Option
Click search. You’ll now see listings across Seoul and nearby areas like Hongdae, Yeonsei, or other neighborhoods around Seoul.
🏢 Step 3: Explore Room Options
You’ll see per-month prices, detailed room photos, and even videos of some listings.
Click on one that fits your vibe, for example, a Duplex Loft or one of the Enkoplex buildings (their flagship co-living spaces most popular).
Enkostay has transparent pricing with no hidden costs. Here's what you'll see clearly listed on every booking:
- Monthly rental fee - the base cost for your room
- Utility fees - covers water, electricity, and gas usage
- Enko service fee - platform service charge
- Move-out cleaning fee - one-time professional cleaning after you leave
All these costs are shown upfront before you complete your booking, so there are no surprises later.
Rooms are:
- Fully furnished
- Include Wi-Fi
- Include utilities & cleaning fees
- No ARC needed to move in
- No separate setup for internet or furniture required
This is ideal if you’re new to Korea and don’t have your ARC yet — normally you’d have to wait to even get internet in a standard apartment.
✍️ Step 4: Sign Up & Verify
You can sign up with your email.
Paste in the verification code sent to your inbox.
Then enter your basic info like:
- Passport name
- Emergency contact (Does not have to be in Korea)
🛏️ Step 5: Choose Extras (Optional)
You can add:
- Bedding package (blanket, pillow, etc.)
- Promo code
Use promo code KIMNINJA10 to save 10% on the “Enko service fee” of your booking
You’ll also see refund policies:
- Cancel within 24 hours = full refund
- Cancel later = partial refund depending on timing
💳 Step 6: Payment
You’ll pay directly on the platform using your card Mastercard/Visa — no Korean card or bank transfer required.
This is a huge advantage since many Korean landlords want direct transfers from a local bank.
✅ Step 7: Booking Confirmation
Once you pay, you’ll see:
- Move-in & move-out dates
- Utility + service fees
- Total cost summary
You’ll get a booking confirmation instantly.
If needed, you can cancel within 24 hours directly from your dashboard:
→ Go to My Bookings
→ Click Cancel Booking
