Roommate Playbook For Greece And Southern Europe

Step One. Budget And Bills

• Set a monthly ceiling that includes rent utilities and internet
• Track every receipt in a shared sheet and store meter photos in a cloud folder
• Agree on payment dates and a two day grace period
• Read basic tenancy declaration info on gov dot gr
• Explore profile fields and preferences on StayDuo Features

Step Two. Viewing Checklist

• Visit twice to check noise traffic and light at different times
• Photograph existing wear and note meter readings at move in
• Confirm deposit rules and notice period in writing
• Plan commute time using OASA Athens for metro and bus information

Step Three. House Rules That Work

• Each person writes three non negotiables such as quiet hours guest policy and cleaning
• Rotate two weekly tasks so no one burns out
• Keep a ten minute weekly check in to clear small issues early
• Use a simple agreement template on the StayDuo FAQ

Step Four. Communication That Prevents Conflict

• Keep key decisions in writing and store them in a shared folder
• When a problem appears describe the impact and propose one realistic fix
• Set a review date and confirm the result in one short message
• See a summary of common roommate questions on the StayDuo Blog

Step Five. Cities And Regions

• Athens
Choose areas near metro lines for predictable schedules and faster commutes
• Thessaloniki
Check bus frequency and distance to campus or office before you commit
• Patras and student hubs
Consider two or three person shares to balance cost and comfort
• Greek islands and seasonal stays
Book early and confirm renewal options in writing since demand is high

Step Six. Safety And Comfort

• Photograph keys locks and meters on day one
• Test water heat and internet before final agreement
• Save emergency numbers in a shared note and add the building manager if available
• Learn practical home energy tips from the CRES Energy Centre

Step Seven. Move Out With Zero Drama

• Schedule a joint walkthrough one week before departure
• Compare photos with the move in folder and agree any fixes
• Return keys and confirm the deposit timeline in one final written note

Suggested Internal Links

• StayDuo Home
• StayDuo Features
• StayDuo Blog
• StayDuo FAQ

Suggested External Links

• Tenancy declarations overview on gov dot gr
• Athens public transport planner at OASA Athens
• Energy saving guides at the CRES Energy Centre

Closing

Most roommate problems fade when money is transparent rules are clear and people check in once a week. Keep everything written store evidence neatly and enjoy a quieter shared home.