Living in Ochota, Warsaw

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

Within AffordWhere's Warsaw dataset, a one-bedroom here averages about zł4,000/month — close to the city median, and mid-priced of the 12 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run zł5,000 - zł5,800/month and three-bedrooms zł6,600 - zł7,500/month on second-hand contracts. At 18 minutes to the center by metro, it sits about as central as most Warsaw areas in the set. On safety it rates 4/5, among the lower-rated in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the residential, universities, connected tags, it may suit families and longer-term renters who want space.

Weighing options? For cheaper rent, see Białołęka. For a shorter commute, see Śródmieście.

Rent figures reflect official statistics compiled January 2026. See data sources.

OpenStreetMap maps Bitwy Warszawskiej 1920 04 as the nearest tram stop, Skwer Dobrego Maharadży as nearby green space and Topaz as the nearest supermarket around the Ochota reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance. It also shows many cafés and restaurants mapped within about 700m of that point.

Amenity data from OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). The extracted amenity dataset is published under the same license.

How much is rent in Ochota, Warsaw?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Ochota costs zł3,700 - zł4,300/month (second-hand contract) or zł3,300 - zł3,900/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from zł5,000 - zł5,800/month, and a 3-bedroom from zł6,600 - zł7,500/month.

Is Ochota safe for expats?

Ochota has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Ochota to Warsaw center?

The commute from Ochota to Warsaw city center takes approximately 18 minutes by metro.

What is Ochota like to live in?

Central-west district. Residential, universities, good transport. In our data it is tagged as residential, universities, connected.