Furnishing a Korean Apartment: Rent Your Bed, Sofa & Desk
Moving into an empty officetel or apartment, furniture adds up fast — a bed, a mattress, a sofa, a desk. Instead of buying it all at once (and reselling when you leave), you can rent furniture (가구) in Korea for a small monthly fee, delivered and set up for you. Here's how to furnish your place the easy way.
What furniture you can rent
- Beds & mattresses (침대·매트리스) — frames and mattresses in various sizes.
- Sofas (소파) — from compact two-seaters to larger living-room sets.
- Desks & chairs (책상·의자) — great for students and remote workers.
- Storage & cabinets (수납·장식장) — wardrobes, shelving and display units.
Why rent furniture instead of buying
- No large upfront cost — spread it into a monthly fee.
- No resale hassle — when you leave Korea, you're not stuck selling a used bed or sofa.
- Delivery & setup included — bulky items are carried in and assembled for you.
Furnishing a small officetel or one-room
Space is tight in a typical officetel, so measure first. Prioritize a bed and a desk, then add a compact sofa or storage. A first-home checklist helps you decide what to get on day one versus later.Monthly cost & contract
As with appliances, the monthly fee assumes a contract length (약정), and a partner-card discount may lower it. Final terms are confirmed during consultation.How to rent as a foreigner
- Browse furniture or use the 30-second Finder.
- Pick your pieces and compare monthly price in your language.
- Tap Apply — the operator arranges delivery and assembly. A common requirement is at least one year of remaining stay.
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners rent furniture in Korea?
Yes, foreign residents can generally rent furniture the same way as appliances. A common requirement is at least one year of remaining stay, confirmed during consultation.
Is it cheaper to rent or buy furniture for a short stay?
For a shorter stay, renting often makes more sense — you avoid the upfront cost and the hassle of reselling used furniture when you leave. For a long stay, compare against buying in our rent vs buy guide.
SETKORA is a rental brokerage (통신판매중개자), not the contracting party. Prices assume a contract term and, where noted, card-spending conditions; final terms are confirmed during consultation.