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Stavanger Sentrum, Stavanger: Neighborhood Guide for Expats

Compact city center. Colorful wooden houses in Gamle Stavanger, harbor restaurants, oil industry HQs.

Commute to Center

0 min

walk

Safety Rating

4/5

Safe

Vibe

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Rent Prices in Stavanger Sentrum

Monthly rent in NOK (kr). First-hand contracts are directly with the landlord or housing company. Second-hand (sublet) contracts are typically more expensive.

Apartment SizeFirst-Hand RentSecond-Hand Rent
1 Bedroomkr11,500 - kr15,000/mokr14,000 - kr18,500/mo
2 Bedroomskr16,000 - kr21,000/mokr19,500 - kr25,500/mo
3 Bedroomskr21,500 - kr28,000/mokr26,500 - kr34,000/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Stavanger Sentrum, Stavanger?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Stavanger Sentrum costs kr14,000 - kr18,500/month (second-hand contract) or kr11,500 - kr15,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from kr19,500 - kr25,500/month, and a 3-bedroom from kr26,500 - kr34,000/month.
Is Stavanger Sentrum safe for expats?
Stavanger Sentrum 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 Stavanger Sentrum to Stavanger center?
The commute from Stavanger Sentrum to Stavanger city center takes approximately 0 minutes by walk.
What is Stavanger Sentrum like to live in?
Compact city center. Colorful wooden houses in Gamle Stavanger, harbor restaurants, oil industry HQs. The neighborhood is known for being central, historic, harbor.

Other Neighborhoods in Stavanger

Eiganes

8 min walk to center

1BR from kr15,500/mo

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Storhaug

10 min walk to center

1BR from kr13,000/mo

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Madla

15 min bus to center

1BR from kr12,000/mo

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Hillevåg

10 min bus to center

1BR from kr11,000/mo

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