How to list a short-term rental in Colombia and receive more serious inquiries

Quick answer: To receive serious inquiries when posting a short-term rental in Colombia, you must include clear photos (facade, bathroom, kitchen), the exact price, the approximate location, and the house rules. A complete listing acts as the first filter to keep away the curious and attract those who truly want to close the deal.

If you have tried to rent out an apartment or a country house for days or months, you know what a headache it is to answer "price and where is it?" a hundred times to people who never follow through. Watch out for this: posting a short-term rental in Colombia doesn't have to be a full-time job if you know how to filter from the very first moment.

According to internal data from Colombia Move (June 2026), the short-term section has a very thin supply: we have only 1 active listing against an internal goal of 8. Additionally, we recorded exactly 10 recent searches that yielded no results and a search demand of 15. In other words, there is real interest, but well-presented options are missing.

What a short-term listing must have so it doesn't look improvised

For urban housing in Colombia, the rental must be treated as a regulated contractual relationship (aligned with regulations such as Law 820 of 2003), not as an informal agreement without obligations. That is why your listing in the main housing section must reflect professionalism from the title.

An improvised listing attracts improvised deals. If you leave details to the imagination, people will write to you just to ask what you omitted. Be clear about the maximum capacity of people, whether you accept pets, and if utilities are included or paid separately.

Photos that reduce repetitive questions

I would skip the typical blurry photo of an unmade bed. Honestly, if you want to avoid the curious, show the reality of your space. A good set of images answers 80% of a potential tenant's questions.

• Facade or entrance: Provides security about the type of building or complex.
• Bedrooms: Shows the actual size of the beds and the natural lighting.
• Bathroom and kitchen: These are the spaces interested parties check the most; make sure they look clean and functional.
• Real view: If it faces the street or a park, show it without exaggerated filters.

Price, location, dates, and rules: the filters that save time

Just as it happens when posting an office for rent, filters are your best friend. If you put "price by inbox," you are inviting chaos and a waste of time.

Clearly define the rental fee and whether there are additional cleaning charges. Indicate the neighborhoods or sectors of cities like Medellín, Bogotá, or Cali without giving the exact address until there is trust. Specify the available dates and, above all, the house rules (parties, noise, visitors).

How to respond via WhatsApp without losing control

Many owners are afraid to give out their number, but the reality is that direct contact speeds everything up. Colombia Move allows direct contact via WhatsApp if the advertiser decides; the seller controls what they share and when they respond.

My advice is to set up quick replies on your phone with the basic information and conditions. That way, if someone writes to you asking something that is already in the listing, you send the default message and evaluate their level of real interest before continuing the conversation.

What to check before accepting a visit, reservation, or payment

Security is key. Asking for documents, confirming identity, and avoiding strange advance payments helps reduce scams or unserious contacts. As recommended by entities like the Superintendencia de Industria y Comercio and the Police's Virtual CAI, keep all communication clear.

Do not let yourself be pressured by people who claim to have "the money now" but send you strange links or dubious transfer receipts. Take your time to validate each profile.

Where to post if groups become noise

You already posted it in Facebook groups and only received "I'm interested" from profiles without photos. Groups are useful, but listings disappear quickly and do not have structured search filters.

The advantage of a dedicated platform is that you have a permanent page, easy to share, where the tenant who is actively searching can filter by their exact needs. It is a showcase that works for you 24/7.

Frequently asked questions

❓ How much does it cost to post a short-term listing on Colombia Move?

Posting is free; check the current flow on the platform before uploading your listing to confirm the options. We do not charge commissions for the contacts you receive.

❓ How do I make my listing receive serious contacts and not curious ones?

The key is to filter with the exact price, available dates, approximate location, house rules, and real photos. If you make everything clear from the beginning, the people who write to you will already know what you offer and you won't waste time answering the basics.

❓ What photos and data should I include to rent faster?

Upload clear photos of the facade or interior, the bedrooms, the bathroom, the kitchen, and the real view, in addition to the price, the neighborhood or sector, and the dates. A complete listing generates much more trust than one with only two dark images.

❓ Can I post from my cell phone? What happens after posting?

Yes, if the platform's form allows it, you can upload the photos directly from your phone. Once published, your listing will be visible to interested parties, who will contact you according to the rules you have defined.

❓ How do I avoid scams or people who are not serious when renting?

Always verify the identity of the interested party, avoid clicking on strange links they send you, and document the conditions of the deal well. Do not let yourself be pressured with strange advance payments or fake receipts.