StayXchange was founded by former exchange students in Buenos Aires who faced the same housing challenges international students experience today. Our mission is to help foreign students find safe, verified, and student-friendly apartments near top universities. Most listings have been tested by past students, and we work closely with trusted landlords and agents to ensure transparency.

You can find verified student apartments and shared houses directly here on StayXchange. All properties are selected for international students, focusing on safety, comfort, and proximity to universities such as Torcuato Di Tella, UBA, and San Andrés.

Yes — every property listed on StayXchange is personally verified or tested by past exchange students. We only work with reliable landlords and agents and maintain ongoing contact to ensure safe, transparent, and fair rentals.

Yes. Once you decide on a property, a rental contract is signed between you and the landlord or agent. StayXchange reviews the contract to ensure it aligns with standard student housing terms and avoids unfair clauses (we are not legal advisors, but we ensure fairness and clarity).

This varies by property. Some apartments require a small reservation fee to secure the booking, while others don’t. In most cases, a deposit equal to one month’s rent is standard and paid upon arrival or contract signing.

Most landlords prefer cash payments, though some accept transfers or alternative methods depending on the property. If needed, students can withdraw funds in Buenos Aires through services like Western Union. We always help clarify the most practical payment method for your situation.

Not necessarily. StayXchange connects you with other exchange students interested in the same property. If choosing specific roommates is important to you, we recommend coordinating through your exchange groups before arrival. Some landlords require renting the entire property, in which case we help you fill remaining spots through our student network.

Most of our listings are located in Palermo, Belgrano, Recoleta, and Monserrat, which are popular and convenient for students at Di Tella, UBA, UADE, and San Andrés. Commute times to Di Tella are typically 20–40 minutes by bus or Subte. Each listing includes specific distance and transport details for easy planning.

Once the contract is signed and a reservation fee is paid (if applicable), cancellation is not possible. This ensures fairness to landlords and keeps prices competitive for other students. However, we always assist you if you need to transfer your booking or help find a replacement tenant.

We don’t stop at helping you find an apartment — we provide ongoing support throughout your stay. We assist with communication between you and landlords, help with maintenance issues, and share practical advice from our own experience as former students. StayXchange also connects tenants with our international student community in Buenos Aires.

Most students book before arriving in Buenos Aires, since popular apartments fill up quickly. Our photos and detailed descriptions provide a reliable impression, and we can share extra info, pictures or videos if requested.

If you’re already in Buenos Aires and the property is available, we’ll try to arrange a visit depending on landlord availability.

StayXchange is primarily designed for exchange and international students, since that’s our community and focus. However, in some cases we also rent to local or national students from outside Buenos Aires who share the same profile and lifestyle — ensuring a safe and like-minded environment for everyone.