Warning for Renters in Panama Pacífico
We’ve rented homes several times in this neighborhood over the past couple of years, but will most likely look elsewhere next time, why?
Every place we’ve rented so far has a contract stipulating that the renter must deliver the house at the end of the rental clean and orderly - which seems pretty normal. What it really means is that the owner will charge you to paint the internal walls and for every defect, including wear and tear. In short, once you turn over your security deposit to these scumbag owners, you will never see it again.
If you choose to rent a furnished place (or any place in Panama Pacífico Woodlands) you can expect a large amount or all of your security deposit to disappear at the end of your tenancy.
It’s a scam. They prey on foreigners in this neighborhood. Don’t bother making complaints to anyone, because nobody cares. Written complaints are used for toilet paper here.
Avoid this neighborhood friends. You’ve been warned.