Cost of living in Bucharest
1 min read · foreigners · 2026-03-20
Budgeting for premium housing and day-to-day life.
Overview
Bucharest offers strong value versus many EU capitals. Premium housing clusters in north and central districts; city centre and airport corridors suit frequent travellers.
Budgeting tips
Track utilities, building maintenance and parking separately from rent. Many expat-friendly leases quote rent in EUR; day-to-day spending is often in RON.