Furnishing a Korean Apartment: Rent Your Bed, Sofa & Desk
Furnishing an empty Korean apartment by renting rather than buying starts at ₩5,500 a month per item in our catalogue, across 258 furniture pieces — beds, sofas, desks, wardrobes, dining tables and chairs. 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 can I actually rent in Korea?
- 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.
The furniture side of the catalogue breaks down as 64 beds, 58 dining tables, 46 wardrobes, 41 sofas, 28 desks and 23 office and desk chairs.
Why rent furniture instead of buying it?
- 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.
How do I furnish 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.How much does furniture rental cost per month?
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.Median monthly fees by category: chairs ₩18,900, desks ₩26,300, beds ₩29,900, sofas ₩49,000, dining tables ₩54,700, wardrobes ₩70,000. A bed, a desk and a chair is the common starting set.
Can a foreigner rent furniture in Korea?
- 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.