Question 1

How does Nomad Barrio keep rental payments safe?

Accepted Answer

Nomad Barrio secures your payment until 2 days after you move in, protecting you from rental scams. If there's an issue, you can request a full refund.

Question 2

What fees does Nomad Barrio charge?

Accepted Answer

Nomad Barrio charges a one-time 3.5% service fee on your first rental payment. After this, there are no additional fees—you pay the rental agent directly.

Question 3

Why are rentals cheaper on Nomad Barrio compared to Airbnb?

Accepted Answer

Rentals are cheaper because Nomad Barrio charges only a one-time 3.5% fee, includes local listings priced for the local market, and allows direct communication with rental agents.

Question 4

What is Nomad Barrio?

Accepted Answer

Nomad Barrio is a marketplace for safe, fiador-free monthly rentals in Medellín. We secure your payment until after move-in, protecting you from scams and offering affordable local listings without Airbnb's high fees.

Question 5

Do I need a fiador to rent through Nomad Barrio?

Accepted Answer

No. All rentals listed on Nomad Barrio are fiador-free, simplifying the rental process for digital nomads and expats.

Question 6

What if the rental turns out to be a scam or different than advertised?

Accepted Answer

If your rental is fraudulent or significantly different from the listing, contact us within 2 days of move-in. We will pause payment, investigate, and fully refund your payment if confirmed.