About Reside
How Reside works.
Long-term homes in Malé, Hulhumalé and the islands, each one held to the same four standards.
The Standards
What you will always find here.
01
Prices upfront.
Every listing names the monthly rent. No rent, no listing.
02
Deposits upfront, and capped.
You see the deposit before you get in touch, and it is never more than two months' rent. Reside refuses a listing that asks for more.
03
Every listing is reviewed.
A person reads every listing before it is published. That takes a little longer, and it is worth it.
04
Reconfirmed every 30 days.
Every landlord confirms their listing is still free at least every 30 days. One that is not reconfirmed comes down, so what you find here is still for rent.
Counted from the site itself, today
- Listings reviewed by a person in the last 30 days
- Homes live right now
- Last confirmed, on average
- Live homes confirmed in the last 30 days
For everyone
Browse rentals
List your place
Built for both sides of the deal.
For Renters
Find your next place without the guesswork.
See the monthly rent upfront.
Know the deposit before you reach out.
Look for the verified badge when it matters.
Report anything that looks wrong.
For Landlords
Put your property in front of people who are ready.
List your property for free.
Present your listing clearly.
Verify your identity to build trust.
Hear from people who already know your asking price.
Feature a listing for a gold badge and turns at the top of search. Entirely optional.
Questions
The short answers.
Do renters pay anything?
No. Browsing, contacting a landlord, saving listings and setting a Reside Watch are all free, and so is listing a home. The one paid thing is a landlord choosing to feature a listing, and that never skips review.
How long does review take?
Usually 24 to 48 hours. A person checks the photos, the rent, the deposit, the advance, the map pin and the phone number against one checklist that is the same for everyone.
What does the verified badge mean?
The landlord has confirmed their own number and matched a government ID to their listings. It is about the person, not the property, and the ID is never shown to anyone. Get verified
Is the deposit capped?
Yes, at two months' rent, under the Residential Tenancies Act (21/2021). Our listing form will not take more. Advance rent is a separate thing and sits on its own line. Deposit rules in full
Does Reside hold my money?
No. Rent and deposit go straight to the landlord. We take no commission, and we do not draft agreements or arrange viewings. You speak to the landlord yourself.
Something looks wrong. What do I do?
Use the report link on the listing, or the form on the support page. You do not need an account, and a person reads every report.