Mirailand Blog

10 September 2026

Why Can West-Facing Houses Feel Hotter?

Ever walked into a house in the afternoon and immediately thought, "Wow, why is it so hot in here?" Even though the house has AC. And the windows aren't even that many. The problem might not be the AC at all. One thing that could be affecting it is the direction the house faces and the position of its openings relative to the sun. A house that faces...

08 September 2026

Kenapa Rumah Rp500 Juta Belum Tentu Lebih Murah daripada Rumah Rp700 Juta?

Kalau diberi pilihan rumah Rp500 juta atau Rp700 juta, kebanyakan orang mungkin akan langsung memilih yang Rp500 juta. Masuk akal. Selisihnya Rp200 juta. Siapa yang tidak ingin menghemat? Tapi ada satu pertanyaan yang sering terlupakan ketika membeli rumah: "Murah saat membeli, atau benar-benar lebih murah setelah dihuni?"

06 September 2026

Sewa Rumah Rp30 Juta Setahun, Sebenarnya Keluar Berapa?

Rp30 juta setahun terdengar seperti Rp2,5 juta per bulan. Selesai? Belum tentu. Karena ketika mencari rumah untuk disewa, angka Rp30 juta biasanya baru biaya untuk mendapatkan kuncinya. Setelah tinggal di sana, masih ada listrik, air, internet, parkir, biaya perawatan, bahkan deposit yang perlu disiapkan sejak awal. Kalau semua dihitung, biaya tempat tinggal yang awalnya terlihat Rp2,5 juta per bulan bisa terasa cukup berbeda.

05 September 2026

If You Own a House That's Being Rented Out, Who Pays the Tax?

"I'm only renting out a house. Why is there a tax?" A question like this is quite reasonable, especially for homeowners renting out their property for the first time. On the other hand, tenants are also often confused. When they hear there's a tax on house rent, the next question is usually: "So I'm..."

04 September 2026

Is It True That Rental Prices Will Go Up in 2027?

Recently, news about rental homes and taxes has been widely discussed again. One of the things most people are asking about is the possibility of a tax policy related to houses or properties that are rented out in 2027. For rental home owners, the question is of course...

03 September 2026

Renting an Apartment: When Can This Be the Right Choice for You?

Looking for a place to live doesn't always mean you have to buy a house right away. Some people are building their careers and don't yet know which city they'll settle in. Some work in the city center every day and want to save on travel time. Some are just starting to live independently and feel they're not yet re...

02 September 2026

8 Semarang Districts Rarely Considered, Yet With Active Listings on Mirailand

Beyond BSB City, Mijen, and Ngaliyan that get discussed often, these eight other districts have active listings worth adding to your search radar.

31 August 2026

Plots in Boja, Bandungan, and Bawen: Land Investment on the Outskirts of Semarang

Three districts outside Semarang City — Boja (Kendal), Bandungan and Bawen (Kabupaten Semarang) — each have an active plot market with distinct characteristics. Know them before you invest.

29 August 2026

Apartments in Central Semarang: A Practical Alternative to Landed Houses for Young Professionals

Landed houses aren't the only option in central Semarang. Apartments in Semarang Tengah and Semarang Selatan offer short commutes with a different set of trade-offs.