Looking for an apartment in Rio De Janeiro!

Hello. Ive been pretty stressed during whole this year and Ive decided to be on a two-month hiatus, starting from September. My destination will be Rio de Janeiro. Im interested in renting an apartment there and relax on Copacabana and Ipanema. Can you tell me something about apartment rentals in Rio? It doesnt have to be anything luxurious. I just want to be in a safe neighborhood.

I understand your concern about choosing a decent neighborhood because last time I was in Rio, I got robbed at the broad daylight in the street near downtown. But, that can happen anywhere I guess. It wont prevent me from going to Rio again next year. There are many agencies that rent apartments. The prices vary from 25 USD per day to over 100 USD. But I guess that you can bargain a bit since youd rent it for two months. It would also be great if you could find two or three people to come along with you so that you can share the rent and expenses. Id suggest you to rent an apartment facing Copacabana and Sugar Loaf. Gringo Management apartment has all necessary commodities, such as TV, DVD, microwave oven and from the window you can see the beach.