Vuokran

Vuokran is the genitive form of the Finnish noun vuokra, meaning rent or lease payment. In everyday Finnish, vuokra refers to the periodic fee paid for the use of a dwelling, office space, vehicle, or other goods under a rental agreement. The word appears in phrases such as vuokran määrä (the amount of rent), vuokranmaksu (payment of rent), and vuokranantaja (landlord). For property owners, vuokra can also denote rental income.

In practice, vuokra is most commonly associated with residential leases, but it applies to commercial and equipment rentals as well. The rent is typically defined in the lease contract and may cover only the basic rent, with utilities and other charges handled separately in many arrangements. Factors influencing the level of vuokra include location, size and layout, condition of the property, and general market demand.

The rental relationship is governed by contract law and, in many cases, by specific housing- and tenancy-related regulations. Rent levels, payment terms, and possible increases are usually described in the lease and subject to applicable rules. When disputes arise, parties often resolve them through negotiation, mediation, or, if needed, legal avenues.

Terminology related to vuokra includes vuokralainen (tenant) and vuokranantaja (landlord). Related concepts include vuokraus or vuokraaminen (leasing) and vuokrasopimus (rental agreement). The term vuokran remains a central element in discussions of housing costs and rental markets in Finland.