Baghdad rentals: what tenants ask for in summer 2026

In Karrada, Mansour, and Jadriya we still see strong demand for 1–2 bedroom flats with reliable electricity backup and parking. Families ask earlier about school routes; singles care more about generator hours and building rules. USD-quoted rents remain common for mid and upper listings, while some neighborhood deals stay in dinar. Always confirm which currency is binding in the contract. Listings that reply on WhatsApp within the hour and show a current video walkthrough convert far better than text-only posts.