How much is rent in City Centre, Bucharest?

A 1-bedroom apartment in City Centre costs lei2,530 - lei3,140/month (second-hand contract) or lei2,180 - lei2,710/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from lei3,440 - lei4,280/month, and a 3-bedroom from lei4,400 - lei5,480/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 Bucharest center?

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

What is City Centre like to live in?

City Centre in Bucharest 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, Bucharest 2026: 1BR Rent lei2,530-lei3,140/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 RON (lei). 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	lei2,180 - lei2,710/mo	lei2,530 - lei3,140/mo
2 Bedrooms	lei3,010 - lei3,740/mo	lei3,440 - lei4,280/mo
3 Bedrooms	lei3,810 - lei4,740/mo	lei4,400 - lei5,480/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in City Centre, Bucharest?: A 1-bedroom apartment in City Centre costs lei2,530 - lei3,140/month (second-hand contract) or lei2,180 - lei2,710/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from lei3,440 - lei4,280/month, and a 3-bedroom from lei4,400 - lei5,480/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 Bucharest center?: The commute from City Centre to Bucharest city center takes approximately 8 minutes by walk.
What is City Centre like to live in?: City Centre in Bucharest 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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22 min transit to center

1BR from lei1,790/mo

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