What is the average cost of housing in Hungary?
If you are thinking about moving to Hungary, cost of living in probably a key consideration. Expats commented about the cost of housing...
"I would say outside the city lower but inside the city normal for most US cities and lower for cities like NYC and DC. The average cost for a 1200 square ft. apartment is around the same price usds. If you get a good deal that would include utilities. We pay 720. usds on the average for a 1 bedroom apartment including utilities. We were lucky," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Budapest, Hungary.
"The cost of housing in Hungary varies depending on the location and type of accommodation. Generally, renting an apartment in Hungary can cost anywhere from around €200 to €1,000 per month, while buying a property can range from €50,000 to €500,000," commented one expat who made the move to Hungary.
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What is the average cost of housing in Hungary?
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