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The best neighborhoods for students in BUDAPEST

The best neighborhoods for students in Budapest

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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
€295/month

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Room at Rákóczi út 57b

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HUF 160,000/month

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Room at Mester Street 34

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€395/month

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Room at Marek József u. 36

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€350/month

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Room at Liszt Ferenc tér, Budapest 6

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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
€301/month

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Room at Nefelejcs utca 42

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€370/month

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Room at Podmaniczky utca 63

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Cheap private room in Budapest
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Cheap private room in Budapest
€340/month

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Room at Rákóczi út, Budapest 8

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Renting rooms by the month in Budapest
Renting rooms by the month in Budapest
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Renting rooms by the month in Budapest
Renting rooms by the month in Budapest
Renting rooms by the month in Budapest
Renting rooms by the month in Budapest
Renting rooms by the month in Budapest
Renting rooms by the month in Budapest
HUF 95,000/month

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Room at Budapest

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Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
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Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
€337/month

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Room at Benczúr utca 1

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€350/month

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Room at Király utca, Budapest 6

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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
HUF 160,000/month

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Room at Mester Street 34

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Cheap private room in Budapest
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Cheap private room in Budapest
€350/month

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Room at Holló utca, Budapest 7

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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
HUF 139,000/month

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Room at Budapest

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Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
Room for rent with double bed Budapest
€350/month

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Room at Teréz körút, Budapest 6

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€352/month

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Room at Kertész utca 18

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€350/month

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Room at József körút, Budapest 8

Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
HUF 143,181/month

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Room at Budapest

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Cheap private room in Budapest
Cheap private room in Budapest
Cheap private room in Budapest
Cheap private room in Budapest
Cheap private room in Budapest
Cheap private room in Budapest
€300/month

Private room

Room at József körút, Budapest 8

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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
€340/month

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Room at Kossuth Lajos utca, V. kerület

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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
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Room for rent in a shared flat in Budapest
HUF 143,189/month

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Best areas for students in Budapest

In this article we tell you what the best neighbourhoods for students in Budapest are. We mention its most notable features, as well as its leisure and transportation options.

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The first thing you have to keep in mind is that the city is divided into two parts by the Danube River. On one side there’s Buda, with quiet residential areas, and on the other side there’s Pest, where the liveliest neighbourhoods are.

District V - Belváros-Lipótváros

It’s the central district of the city, so it’s ideal for those who want to be in the centre. Nevertheless, keep in mind that this also means that there are many tourists out on the streets, which means that rental prices tend to be quite higher compared to surrounding neighbourhoods.

It should be noted that District V is divided into two neighbourhoods: Belváros and Lipótváros. Belváros (translated to “Inner City”) is the most central area. Here’s the Belvárosi Campus of the Eötvös Loránd University, and it’s next to the Közgáz Campus of the Corvinus University.

For its part, Lipótváros is also central but has a more elegant and majestic atmosphere, being the home of the famous Hungarian Parliament (Országház) and St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent István Bazilika). In Lipótváros there’s, for example, the building of the Budapest Business School.

In these neighbourhoods there’s a great variety of restaurants (both with Hungarian and international cuisine), affordable cafes, bars, supermarkets, and shops for students. There are also a wide variety of museums and cultural sites to visit.

District V spreads out along the bank of the Danube River, which gives a tranquil vibe. It also has some parks and gardens, like the Károlyi-kert or the Szabadság tér.

Being the most central district, it’s very well connected with public transport. It has several tram, bus, and ferry stops, as well as metro stations.

District VI - Terezváros

This central district is considered another one of the best neighbourhoods for students in Budapest. The area that’s closest to the centre is the most lively and touristy, while those further away begin to be a little more residential.

One of the most beautiful streets in the neighbourhood is Andrássy Avenue, an avenue full of trees, restaurants, cafes, design shops, and beautiful monuments and buildings. This avenue reaches the famous Heroes' Square (Hősök tere), the entrance gate to the great Városliget park.

District VI has a great variety of cultural sites and leisure venues to visit. Among them are the Hungarian State Opera (Magyar Állami Operaház), the György Ráth villa art museum, the Museum of Terror (Terror Háza Múzeum), and the Franz Liszt Memorial Museum (Liszt Ferenc Emlékmúzeum).

As outdoor sites, the small Hunyadi tér park stands out, which has ping pong tables, markets on weekends, and an ice skating rink in winter. There’s also easy access to the large City Park (Városliget), ideal to enjoy on sunny days.

District VI is crossed by the M1 line (yellow) of the metro, and also has access to stations of the M3 line (blue). It also has some tram stops, several buses, and the great train station, Budapest-Nyugati.

District VII - Erzsébetváros

This district is known for its lively and eclectic atmosphere. It’s part of the most central area of ​​the city, and it extends to the large Városliget. The cost of rent here is cheaper than in District V, but it always depends on the area of ​​the district in which you’re looking (the closer to this district, the higher the cost generally).

Erzsébetváros is near some campuses of the ELTE (Loránd Eötvös University), like the Inner City Campus and the Trefort-Kert Campus. It’s also a few minutes away from several universities, such as the Corvinus University, the Semmelweis University and the Péter PázmányCatholic University.

In District VII, the restaurant offering is eclectic. In addition to having eateries with local Hungarian food, there are restaurants that focus on Asian, Italian, Spanish, Mediterranean, and other gastronomies.

The famous “ruin bars” are here too. They’re bars that are located in buildings that were abandoned and have graffiti, plants, paintings, and other elements that give them a unique vibe. In fact, you've probably already heard of the famous Szimpla Kert! And another place frequented by students is the Gozsdu Courtyard (Gozsdu udvar), which has several bars and restaurants.

The Jewish Quarter of Budapest is located in District VII, and it’s full of historical sites and monuments to visit. Among them, some highlights are the Synagogue of Dohány street (Dohány utcai Zsinagóga), and museums such as the Róth Museum (Róth Miksa Emlékház and Gyűjtemény), the Walter Rózsi villa museum and the ResoArt Villa cultural centre.

The streets of Erzsébetváros are also full of design shops and street art.

In this district, there are few green spaces and parks. However, it’s very close to the great City Park (Városliget). This is ideal for going for a walk, exercising, having picnics or even visiting its monuments and buildings.

As far as public transportation is concerned, it’s well served by bus lines and some tram lines. It also has easy access to some metro stations and one important train station, Budapest-Keleti.

District VIII - Józsefváros

This district is the one that has more residential environment than the others we name in the article. It’s a quiet area with a bohemian and hipster atmosphere, which stands out for the 19th century architecture of its buildings. The cost of renting in Józsefváros tends to be more affordable than in the more central areas, which makes it one of the best neighbourhoods for students in Budapest.

Living in this district is ideal for those who are going to study at the Trefort-kert Campus of the ELTE, as well as the Semmelweis University, and the Pázmány Péter Catholic University. Also, the Corvinus University of Budapest is very close.

Despite being a more residential area, District VIII has a variety of eateries (bars, cafes, and restaurants) and entertainment, as well as supermarkets and stores.

There are various parks and green spaces in Józsefváros to enjoy the outdoors, like II. János Pál pápa tér, Orczy-kert and Teleki Téri.

This district is very well connected with public transport: it has tram, metro, and bus stops, as well as the Keleti railway station.

Frequently asked questions about Budapest

What’s the best neighbourhood to live as a student in Budapest?

Generally, students who are going to live in the Hungarian capital for a season choose central neighborhoods in districts V, VI, VII and VIII. Districts IX and XI are also good options, with a calmer vibe.

What’s the cost of living in Budapest for students?

Estimate that you have to have between €600-800 per month to pay for cheap rent, transportation, food, and some leisure.

How does transportation work in Budapest?

Mainly through tram, bus, and metro lines, which connect the different neighbourhoods and districts. Many students also use the city's bicycles, called MOL Bubi, which have stations distributed in different parts of Budapest.

What are the safest neighbourhoods for students in Budapest?

The reality is that the Hungarian capital is a very safe city to live in. There are generally no problems in central neighbourhoods, but be careful of pickpockets in tourist areas.

What’s the best neighbourhood to live in as a student of ELTE?

It depends on which of its campuses you’re going to. For example, District VII is ideal for Belvárosi Campus and the Trefort-kert Campus, and for the latter you can also consider District VIII. For the Lágymányos Campus, you can choose Lágymányos, Gellérthegy or Szentimreváros. In this article you can read more about accommodation near Loránd Eötvös University.

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