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Yes. Foreigners can buy apartments and commercial property in Georgia with no restrictions. The only limitation is agricultural land, which requires a Georgian LLC. Property purchase is straightforward — transactions are registered at the Public Service Hall in minutes. Many expats buy apartments as investments, especially in Batumi where new-build prices start around $30,000–50,000 for a 1BR.
Most rental apartments in Tbilisi and Batumi are fully furnished, including appliances, kitchenware, and bedding. This is standard for the Georgian rental market. Unfurnished apartments exist but are less common for short and medium-term rentals.
This depends on the building. Newer construction has central heating or efficient split AC units with heating. Older Soviet-era buildings often rely on individual gas heaters which work well but require maintenance. Always ask about the heating system before renting, especially for apartments above the 5th floor in older buildings. Winter in Tbilisi lasts from December to February with temperatures dropping to -5 to 0°C.
For daily life in Tbilisi, no — English is widely spoken by younger Georgians (under 35), and most restaurants, cafes, and service businesses in central Tbilisi have English-speaking staff. Russian is also widely understood by older generations. However, outside Tbilisi, English drops off significantly. Learning the Georgian alphabet and basic phrases (gamarjoba = hello, madloba = thank you, gaumarjos = cheers) will earn you enormous goodwill and respect from locals.
Georgia is one of the safest countries in the region. Tbilisi has very low rates of violent crime, and it is common to walk the streets late at night without concern. Petty theft exists but is uncommon compared to Western European capitals. The main safety consideration is road safety — Georgian driving can be aggressive and unpredictable, especially on mountain roads. The occupied territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia should be avoided.
Tbilisi has a vibrant and internationally recognized nightlife scene. Bassiani, located in a Soviet-era swimming pool beneath Dinamo Arena, is consistently ranked among the world's top techno clubs. The Fabrika hostel complex houses bars, galleries, and a courtyard that serves as a social hub. Wine bars are everywhere — Vino Underground and g.Vino specialize in natural Georgian wines. The area around Aghmashenebeli Avenue and Marjanishvili has the densest concentration of bars and clubs.