"Early bird catches the apartment" — this homemade idiom perfectly describes the state of the rental market in early September when many students start searching for an apartment in Belgrade.
As a leading real estate agency in Serbia, we want to use our expertise to help you find the right apartment where you'll spend a few months, or perhaps the entire academic years. Finding a student apartment at a good price in the capital can be done in several ways: finding a roommate, choosing a location on the outskirts of the city with a single transport connection to the university, or using other strategies we suggest.
Start your search early
The most important advice for students is to start looking for an apartment in late August and early September. Instead of waiting until the last weeks before the semester begins, when the availability of apartments is limited and prices are higher, students should take advantage of the currently less active market. The current rental offer in Belgrade is solid and diverse, making now the best time to search. Early booking helps avoid rush and stress and provides the opportunity to choose an apartment that best suits your needs and budget.
How much does an apartment cost in the Serbian capital?
The current rental offer for student apartments is solid and diverse, but as you might know, prices have increased in recent years. The good news is that there's a slight trend of price decrease due to the significant increase in supply.
If students are renting an apartment independently, they usually look for studios or one-bedroom apartments. In central Belgrade, the average rent for studios is around €400 per month, while one-bedroom apartments average €600. On the outskirts of the city, studios are often available for €200-250, and one-bedroom apartments cost around €450. If you're not very familiar with Belgrade's neighborhoods, find out which ones might suit you.
More affordable neighborhoods for students in Belgrade
Apartments closer to the city center and near universities generally cost more. Therefore, it's recommended to consider peripheral areas as well.
For students of the Faculty of Philology, Philosophy, and Mathematics, the most convenient housing is in the city center. Alternatives could be neighborhoods well connected to the center, such as Višnjička Banja, Karaburma, Krnjača, Kotež, and Borča.
For technical faculty students, the most suitable area would be near the Vuk Monument, while the neighborhoods of Mirijevo and Zvezdara can also be great alternatives.
On the other hand, Voždovac is popular among students of the Faculty of Organizational Sciences, Pharmacy, and Political Sciences. There are more expensive options closer to Autokomanda, as well as more affordable ones in Kumodraž, Miljakovac, and Medaković.
Sharing expenses with roommates
To save on costs, consider renting a larger apartment with roommates. If you need accommodation near your faculty, you can easily find other students interested in the same location.
This way, you can reduce your housing expenses and live in a larger and more comfortable apartment. Two-bedroom apartments in the center and broader center of Belgrade average €800, while those slightly further from the center can be found for €500-600. By sharing an apartment with a roommate, you'll not only cut your rent in half but also share the monthly utilities. In recent years, after the rise in real estate prices, this option has become the most popular among students.
However, it's important to note that these are average prices. The price of an apartment also depends on factors like the micro-location, building, and condition of the apartment itself. Considering all these factors, you may find more affordable housing, for example, by choosing an older building with more modest equipment but in a good location and at a lower price.
Let the perfect apartment find you!
City Expert's website features a large number of attractive properties every day. All apartments with a good price-to-quality ratio are rented out in less than a day. To have an advantage and seize the moment when an apartment matching your needs becomes available, we recommend using the "save search" option on our website. Save your search parameters, such as location, price, and structure, and be automatically notified via SMS and email when such an apartment appears in our listings.
By planning ahead and considering all the mentioned factors, it is still possible to find an apartment in the capital that meets all aspects—price, quality, and comfort. We wish you good luck and are ready to provide any assistance regarding real estate!
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