To find a monthly rental in Tenerife for the winter, start searching in August or September, use a mix of mid-term rental platforms, local agencies and expat groups, insist on a video tour and a written seasonal contract, and pay deposits only by traceable methods to people you can verify.
When to start
December to March is peak season in the south. The best-value apartments are often re-let to the same winter guests every year, so new arrivals have the most choice in late summer. Last-minute deals exist, but mostly in less popular areas or outside January and February.
Where to look
- Mid-term rental platforms that specialise in stays of one to twelve months.
- Holiday rental platforms with monthly discounts; check the total price including fees.
- Local estate agencies in Los Cristianos, Costa Adeje and Puerto de la Cruz, many with English-speaking staff.
- Facebook groups for long-stayers and expats in Tenerife; useful, but the place where most scams happen.
- Word of mouth once you are on the island; many owners never advertise.
What to ask before you book
- Is the price per month inclusive of electricity, water, internet and community fees?
- How much is the deposit and when is it returned?
- Is there a written seasonal contract in English or Spanish?
- Does the listing show a valid rental registration number?
- Is there a lift, sun in the afternoon and good wifi?
- How far is it to the bus stop, supermarket and health centre?
Making the booking safely
- Ask for a live video call inside the apartment.
- Search the photos online to check they are not copied from another listing.
- Never pay by money transfer services to private individuals you have not verified.
- Get receipts for every payment.
Read Winter Rental Scams in the Canary Islands and How to Avoid Them.
Our verdict
Start early, ask lots of questions and get everything in writing. Compare areas in Best Area in Tenerife for a 3-Month Winter Stay.