Portuguese Phrase
Como faço para me candidatar a este apartamento?
Meaning
A polite question asking for the steps or procedure needed to apply for a particular apartment. It implies the speaker is interested in renting or buying and wants to know the required actions.
When to use
Use this sentence when contacting a landlord, real‑estate agency, or property manager to inquire about the application process for a specific rental or purchase listing.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Comofaçoparamecandidataraesteapartamento
Como + verbo
The pattern 'Como faço para...' is used to ask 'how do I ...?' and is followed by an infinitive verb.
Fazer (faço)
First‑person singular present of 'fazer' (to do/make) is used here as an auxiliary to form the question.
Verbo reflexivo 'candidatar‑se'
The verb 'candidatar' is reflexive; the pronoun 'me' must be included (me candidatar) to mean 'to apply'.
Preposição 'a' + demonstrativo
When referring to a specific object, use 'a' + demonstrative (este, essa, aquele). Here 'a este apartamento' = 'to this apartment'.
🗨In Conversation
Como faço para me candidatar a este apartamento?
How do I apply for this apartment?
Você pode preencher o formulário online, enviar o comprovante de renda e o seu CPF.
You can fill out the online form, send your proof of income and your CPF.
✕Common Mistakes
Como faço para candidatar a este apartamento?
The verb is reflexive; you must include the pronoun 'me' (or 'se') to mean 'to apply'.
Como faço para me para candidatar a este apartamento?
Do not place the pronoun after 'para'; it belongs before the infinitive.
Como faço para me candidatar a esse apartamento?
If the apartment is far away, Brazilians often use 'a esse apartamento' (that one).
↔Alternatives
Qual é o procedimento para me candidatar a este apartamento?
What is the procedure to apply for this apartment?
O que preciso fazer para me candidatar a este apartamento?
What do I need to do to apply for this apartment?
Como posso me inscrever neste apartamento?
How can I sign up for this apartment?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, applying for an apartment usually requires a CPF number, proof of income (holerite or IR), a copy of your ID, and sometimes a guarantor. Landlords often prefer applicants who can present these documents quickly, so having them ready shows seriousness.