Living in Żoliborz, 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 zł4,500/month — roughly 14% above the city median, and mid-priced of the 12 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run zł5,500 - zł6,400/month and three-bedrooms zł7,300 - zł8,400/month on second-hand contracts. At 20 minutes to the center by metro, it sits about as central as most Warsaw areas in the set. On safety it rates 5/5, among the higher-rated in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the green, quiet, families 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 Księdza Popiełuszki 03 as the nearest tram stop, Ogród Pana Zygmunta as nearby green space and Merkury as the nearest supermarket around the Żoliborz reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance. It also shows a large number of 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 Żoliborz, Warsaw?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Żoliborz costs zł4,200 - zł4,800/month (second-hand contract) or zł3,700 - zł4,300/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from zł5,500 - zł6,400/month, and a 3-bedroom from zł7,300 - zł8,400/month.

Is Żoliborz safe for expats?

Żoliborz has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very 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 Żoliborz to Warsaw center?

The commute from Żoliborz to Warsaw city center takes approximately 20 minutes by metro.

What is Żoliborz like to live in?

Green residential area. Quiet, families, near parks. In our data it is tagged as green, quiet, families.