Studios have become a regular feature of new developments in Goiânia. They are small apartments, often between 20 and 35 square meters, in buildings with a gym, laundry, coworking space and a rooftop leisure area.
The most common question about them is direct: is it worth it? It depends on what you plan to do with it.
To live in
A studio works well for people who live alone, are out all day and want to be close to work, college or nightlife. The building takes on part of what would be space in your home: you work out at the building gym, work in the coworking area, have friends over in the shared spaces.
It does not work so well if your family will grow soon, if you work from home every day and need quiet, or if you have a lot to store. Visit a show apartment and picture yourself there on an ordinary Tuesday, not on a sunny Saturday.
To rent out long-term
A compact unit can serve students, early-career professionals and people who moved to Goiânia for work. Location is almost everything: near a college, hospital, business hub or an avenue with public transport, demand tends to be higher. Tends, not guaranteed.
Do the math with real deductions. From the rent you subtract condominium fees (if the tenant does not pay them), property tax in some contracts, maintenance, a management fee if you use an agency, income tax and the months the unit may sit empty.
For short-term rentals
Many people buy a studio with booking platforms in mind. It can work, and it takes more than it seems.
Check the condominium rules. A condominium can restrict or ban short-term rentals, and Brazilian courts have upheld that right in some cases. Before buying with this in mind, ask to see the draft condominium convention or ask the builder what the rule will be. Being able to list on a platform does not replace this check.
Think about the operation. Cleaning between guests, changing linens, check-in, reviews, maintenance. Either you handle it all or you hire someone, which reduces what is left.
Furniture and decor. The studio needs to be furnished, and well. That investment goes into the numbers from the start.
What to look at in any case
- Usable area and layout. Two 26 m² studios can use space very differently. Look at where the window, kitchen and bathroom are, and whether there is ventilation and storage.
- Estimated condominium fee. Buildings with lots of leisure areas have high maintenance costs. Ask for the estimate.
- Number of compact units in the building and nearby. Lots of identical supply around increases competition when renting.
- Parking space. Not every studio has one. For some tenants it does not matter; for others it is decisive.
If you are unsure between off-plan and ready, see this comparison. With a new development, check the timeline, the contract and what you will pay until handover. With a ready unit, assess its condition and current expenses.
So, is it worth it or not?
A well-located studio, with condominium fees that fit local rents and clear rules, can be a way into the property market. A studio bought only because it is "trendy" can become a monthly cost.
If you are considering a compact unit, tell me your goal. I will help you compare options with the numbers on the table.
This content is educational and is not investment advice. Rent levels, occupancy and condominium fees vary and are not guaranteed.