The typical lease duration for residents spans two years, often featuring a break clause in the middle. If you possess a permanent or temporary residence visa, your ability to rent property aligns with local practices, freeing you from the constraints of high-priced temporary rentals. Bariloche's popularity as a tourist destination, both in winter and summer, might lead landlords to be hesitant about leasing furnished properties with tourist appeal on a low-cost, long-term basis.
If you're relocating for employment with a local company, they should assist you, especially regarding the rental guarantee, which differs from a security deposit. While the conditions of the guarantee are relatively stringent in Buenos Aires, they may be more flexible in other locations.
I'm unsure if any BAExpats reside in Bariloche, but there is a correspondent nearby in Villa la Angostura who may contribute to this discussion