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Rentals: The unexpected question that can leave a landlord's apartment unoccupied for months - La Nacion Propiedades
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June 10, 2025
There is a key factor for many tenants that if the owner does not accept, their property may be left empty.
The increased rental supply has forced landlords to be less restrictive with some requirements.Antonio Guillem - Shutterstock
Imagine that after visiting different online sites , walking around the city, and exploring neighborhoods looking for the best apartment to rent , you find the perfect one : good lighting, a strategic location, the right space, and a price that fits your budget. But just as you're about to close the deal, a crucial question arises, and the owner says no . Everything can fall apart.
"Do you accept pets?" In a society where there are more dogs than children and the availability of apartments is ever-increasing, not answering the question can become a trap that leaves a property empty for much longer than expected.
And it can become a problem in a rental market where the number of listings is growing : since DNU 70/2023 came into effect on December 29, 2023, the supply in the city of Buenos Aires has increased by 176.55% , while in the last month it has risen more than 10%, according to the latest data provided by the Buenos Aires Notary Association (CUCICBA). "That's why owners who don't accept pets are at a disadvantage, and that can become a definitive reason for not renting a property," says Daniel Salaya Romera, director of the eponymous real estate agency.
More and more people are deciding not to move to an apartment because they don't accept their pet.Shutterstock
According to the latest census conducted by the General Directorate of Statistics and Census of the City of Buenos Aires, 493,676 dogs and 368,176 cats live in Buenos Aires homes , for a total of 861,852 pets in CABA.
This figure contrasts with the population of children between 0 and 14 years old , which reaches 460,696 , revealing that pets outnumber children by 401,156 individuals. This number translates to approximately 16 dogs and almost 12 cats per 100 inhabitants in the city .
A key fact to note is that this upward trend in pet ownership is compounded by a reverse trend in birth rates : in 2024, 425,000 births were recorded in Argentina, 40% fewer than in 2014 , when births exceeded 700,000, according to official data. At the same time, the proportion of families living with pets increased from 50% in 2014 to between 75% and 80% today.
This phenomenon is not anecdotal : it responds to cultural and demographic changes where domestic animals occupy a central role in people's lives , providing companionship, emotional well-being and a new dimension of " family members ."
Another key fact is that, “around 30% of landlords still don't want animals in their properties, which drastically reduces the options for tenants with pets,” adds Salaya Romera.
However, it's important to know that " this prohibition is only valid if it's expressly stated in the lease agreement or in the building's co-ownership regulations ," the broker clarifies.
If no documents prohibit it, the tenant can keep their pet without legal problems. However, some condominium regulations establish animal bans, and in cases of noncompliance, tenants have lost lawsuits or settlements .
If no document prevents it, the tenant can keep his pet without legal problems.
The pet dispute goes beyond the contract : several condominiums have raised complaints about the safety nets on balconies and windows designed to protect animals. While some residents install this type of protection and reinforcement, others consider it an unauthorized modification to the building.
" If a tenant wants a pet, they should , before signing, review both the lease agreement and the condominium regulations and the neighbors' code of conduct ," the specialist advises.
For many renters with pets, the question "Do you accept pets?" is one of the first filters : if the answer is no, they immediately rule out the property. In a scenario where applicants with pets represent a growing percentage of demand, closing that door drastically reduces the chances of quickly renting the property .
"The increased rental supply has brought greater opportunities for tenants, some price reductions relative to the CPI, and greater flexibility when it comes to renting. Landlords should be less restrictive with their requirements so that tenants with pets now have more options to rent," concludes Salaya Romera.
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www.lanacion.com.ar
June 10, 2025
There is a key factor for many tenants that if the owner does not accept, their property may be left empty.
The increased rental supply has forced landlords to be less restrictive with some requirements.Antonio Guillem - Shutterstock
Imagine that after visiting different online sites , walking around the city, and exploring neighborhoods looking for the best apartment to rent , you find the perfect one : good lighting, a strategic location, the right space, and a price that fits your budget. But just as you're about to close the deal, a crucial question arises, and the owner says no . Everything can fall apart.
"Do you accept pets?" In a society where there are more dogs than children and the availability of apartments is ever-increasing, not answering the question can become a trap that leaves a property empty for much longer than expected.
And it can become a problem in a rental market where the number of listings is growing : since DNU 70/2023 came into effect on December 29, 2023, the supply in the city of Buenos Aires has increased by 176.55% , while in the last month it has risen more than 10%, according to the latest data provided by the Buenos Aires Notary Association (CUCICBA). "That's why owners who don't accept pets are at a disadvantage, and that can become a definitive reason for not renting a property," says Daniel Salaya Romera, director of the eponymous real estate agency.
More and more people are deciding not to move to an apartment because they don't accept their pet.Shutterstock
More pets than children
In the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires (CABA), there is no longer any discussion : pets—especially dogs and cats —are an increasingly essential component of Buenos Aires homes , to the point that they outnumber children up to 14 years old.According to the latest census conducted by the General Directorate of Statistics and Census of the City of Buenos Aires, 493,676 dogs and 368,176 cats live in Buenos Aires homes , for a total of 861,852 pets in CABA.
This figure contrasts with the population of children between 0 and 14 years old , which reaches 460,696 , revealing that pets outnumber children by 401,156 individuals. This number translates to approximately 16 dogs and almost 12 cats per 100 inhabitants in the city .
A key fact to note is that this upward trend in pet ownership is compounded by a reverse trend in birth rates : in 2024, 425,000 births were recorded in Argentina, 40% fewer than in 2014 , when births exceeded 700,000, according to official data. At the same time, the proportion of families living with pets increased from 50% in 2014 to between 75% and 80% today.
This phenomenon is not anecdotal : it responds to cultural and demographic changes where domestic animals occupy a central role in people's lives , providing companionship, emotional well-being and a new dimension of " family members ."
More and more “
The Buenos Aires rental market is extensive : according to Zonaprop, there are nearly 15,000 apartment listings in CABA. Of that population, only 2,380 properties have the "pet-friendly" option activated , representing less than 16% of the total listings.Another key fact is that, “around 30% of landlords still don't want animals in their properties, which drastically reduces the options for tenants with pets,” adds Salaya Romera.
However, it's important to know that " this prohibition is only valid if it's expressly stated in the lease agreement or in the building's co-ownership regulations ," the broker clarifies.
If no documents prohibit it, the tenant can keep their pet without legal problems. However, some condominium regulations establish animal bans, and in cases of noncompliance, tenants have lost lawsuits or settlements .
If no document prevents it, the tenant can keep his pet without legal problems.
The pet dispute goes beyond the contract : several condominiums have raised complaints about the safety nets on balconies and windows designed to protect animals. While some residents install this type of protection and reinforcement, others consider it an unauthorized modification to the building.
Do you accept pets? The contractual dilemma
Legally, a landlord can expressly prohibit the ownership of animals in the lease agreement , provided that this clause is properly established and accepted by both parties. However, a consistent refusal to accept pets can result in longer vacancy periods and the need to adjust the price or conditions to attract potential buyers." If a tenant wants a pet, they should , before signing, review both the lease agreement and the condominium regulations and the neighbors' code of conduct ," the specialist advises.
For many renters with pets, the question "Do you accept pets?" is one of the first filters : if the answer is no, they immediately rule out the property. In a scenario where applicants with pets represent a growing percentage of demand, closing that door drastically reduces the chances of quickly renting the property .
"The increased rental supply has brought greater opportunities for tenants, some price reductions relative to the CPI, and greater flexibility when it comes to renting. Landlords should be less restrictive with their requirements so that tenants with pets now have more options to rent," concludes Salaya Romera.
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