Bucharest average 1-bed rent: €600/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +5.5% Bucharest rents rise with expat demand Northern districts lead prices New metro line lifts Militari demand Deposits of 1–2 months are standard. Leases should be registered with ANAF (the tax authority). Bucharest average 1-bed rent: €600/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +5.5% Bucharest rents rise with expat demand Northern districts lead prices New metro line lifts Militari demand Deposits of 1–2 months are standard. Leases should be registered with ANAF (the tax authority).
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Bucharest Rent Index 2026
Average rent costs by neighbourhood, yearly rent increases and tenant rights in Bucharest. The typical one-bedroom rent is €600 per month, up 5.5% year on year.
Average rent by neighbourhood
| Neighbourhood | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms | Yearly increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herastrau/Aviatiei | €800 | €1,200 | +5% |
| Old Town (Centrul Vechi) | €700 | €1,000 | +5.6% |
| Floreasca | €750 | €1,100 | +5.4% |
| Militari | €450 | €650 | +6.2% |
Indicative 2026 figures (per month, EUR). Compare with real tenant-reported rents on RentScore.
Tenant rights in Bucharest
- Deposits of 1–2 months are standard.
- Leases should be registered with ANAF (the tax authority).
- Rent is often quoted in euros; clarify the payment currency.
- Rent increases during the contract must be written in the lease.
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