How much is rent in Brera, Milan?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Brera costs €1,900 - €2,200/month (second-hand contract) or €1,700 - €1,900/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €2,500 - €2,900/month, and a 3-bedroom from €3,300 - €3,800/month.

Is Brera safe for expats?

Brera 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 Brera to Milan center?

The commute from Brera to Milan city center takes approximately 5 minutes by walk.

What is Brera like to live in?

Artistic heart of Milan. Galleries, boutiques, and cobblestone streets. The neighborhood is known for being artistic, boutiques, upscale.

Brera in Milan 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

Commute to Center

5 min

walk

Safety Rating

4/5

Safe

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Rent in Brera

Monthly rent in EUR (€). 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	€1,700 - €1,900/mo	€1,900 - €2,200/mo
2 Bedrooms	€2,200 - €2,600/mo	€2,500 - €2,900/mo
3 Bedrooms	€3,000 - €3,400/mo	€3,300 - €3,800/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Brera, Milan?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Brera costs €1,900 - €2,200/month (second-hand contract) or €1,700 - €1,900/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €2,500 - €2,900/month, and a 3-bedroom from €3,300 - €3,800/month.
Is Brera safe for expats?: Brera 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 Brera to Milan center?: The commute from Brera to Milan city center takes approximately 5 minutes by walk.
What is Brera like to live in?: Artistic heart of Milan. Galleries, boutiques, and cobblestone streets. The neighborhood is known for being artistic, boutiques, upscale.

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Commute to Center

5 min

walk

Safety Rating

4/5

Safe

Vibe

artisticboutiquesupscale

Rent in Brera

Monthly rent in EUR (€). 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	€1,700 - €1,900/mo	€1,900 - €2,200/mo
2 Bedrooms	€2,200 - €2,600/mo	€2,500 - €2,900/mo
3 Bedrooms	€3,000 - €3,400/mo	€3,300 - €3,800/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Brera, Milan?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Brera costs €1,900 - €2,200/month (second-hand contract) or €1,700 - €1,900/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €2,500 - €2,900/month, and a 3-bedroom from €3,300 - €3,800/month.
Is Brera safe for expats?: Brera 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 Brera to Milan center?: The commute from Brera to Milan city center takes approximately 5 minutes by walk.
What is Brera like to live in?: Artistic heart of Milan. Galleries, boutiques, and cobblestone streets. The neighborhood is known for being artistic, boutiques, upscale.