Who can rent property in Morocco?
Foreigners are allowed to stay for 90 days on a tourist visa. For longer stays, apply for residency visa (Carte Sejour), here.

Find more information here.

As most rentals are negotiated in Moroccan Dirham, it is best to open a Moroccan bank account and have rent money transferred from an overseas bank in advance so the money has cleared and is accessible. Most foreigners move to the Moroccan towns of Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakesh, Fes and Tangier. In larger cities, apartments can be rented for between US$250 and $600 per month while smaller city prices are lower and tend to be unfurnished and sometimes without full bathrooms.

Condition of apartments
Many lower-priced apartments are not painted before tenants move in. Tenants are responsible for repairs for any damage while they inhabit the unit. There may not be a refrigerator, stove or oven and bathrooms may be traditional style. Before moving in, take pictures and/or videos to keep as proof of the condition of the unit as insurance against responsibility for previous damage. When leaving a property, inspect it with the landlord. If any repairs are required, the cost to fix these will be taken out of the deposit, and the remaining deposit returned.

Real Estate Agents
Real estate agencies have properties for rental but many properties are rented through Samsars, local agents. They provide options, show properties, and ensure the contract complies with standards. Samsars rarely have offices but can be found by asking at places where locals convene. 

Before committing, view multiple housing options as many agents assume that all expats want a lavish or expensive apartment. The renter and the landlord pay a small commission to the samsar for his services if an apartment is rented. Companies of employed renters may have a preferred agent. 

Contracts
In some areas, month-to-month leases are popular, a 10% deposit is paid by the renter and no contract is ever entered into. To protect the renter’s rights, a written contract can be drawn up. As these are usually in Arabic or French, assistance of a translator may be required. Find local translators here.

Contracts need to be notarised at a local town administration building to be considered a valid agreement, otherwise they are considered null and void, and will not stand up in any court.

Contracts should include:

• Landlord's and tenant's names
• Identification of the rented property and its use
• Term of rental
• Rent amount and any additional charges

Article source:

Easy Expat

See also:

Visas and work permits for Morocco

Buying Property in Morocco

Taxes in Morocco