How much is rent in City Centre, Budapest?

A 1-bedroom apartment in City Centre costs Ft299,000 - Ft372,000/month (second-hand contract) or Ft257,000 - Ft320,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from Ft407,000 - Ft506,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from Ft520,000 - Ft647,000/month.

Is City Centre safe for expats?

City Centre has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from City Centre to Budapest center?

The commute from City Centre to Budapest city center takes approximately 8 minutes by walk.

What is City Centre like to live in?

City Centre in Budapest gives newcomers a central, walkable, restaurants base with practical access to the city core. The neighborhood is known for being central, walkable, restaurants.

City Centre, Budapest 2026: 1BR Rent Ft299,000-Ft372,000/mo

Commute to Center

8 min

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Safety Rating

4/5

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Rent in City Centre

Monthly rent in HUF (Ft). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	Ft257,000 - Ft320,000/mo	Ft299,000 - Ft372,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	Ft355,000 - Ft442,000/mo	Ft407,000 - Ft506,000/mo
3 Bedrooms	Ft450,000 - Ft561,000/mo	Ft520,000 - Ft647,000/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in City Centre, Budapest?: A 1-bedroom apartment in City Centre costs Ft299,000 - Ft372,000/month (second-hand contract) or Ft257,000 - Ft320,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from Ft407,000 - Ft506,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from Ft520,000 - Ft647,000/month.
Is City Centre safe for expats?: City Centre has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from City Centre to Budapest center?: The commute from City Centre to Budapest city center takes approximately 8 minutes by walk.
What is City Centre like to live in?: City Centre in Budapest gives newcomers a central, walkable, restaurants base with practical access to the city core. The neighborhood is known for being central, walkable, restaurants.

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15 min transit to center

1BR from Ft250,000/mo

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Residential District

22 min transit to center

1BR from Ft212,000/mo

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