How Much Is Rent in Athens? Prices per Square Meter by Area
Asking rents in Athens have kept rising through 2026. Here is what a studio, one-bed and two-bed cost by area, what the rent leaves out and where to check fresh figures.
Asking rents in the Municipality of Athens had a median of about €12.2 per square meter a month in the third quarter of 2026, according to the Spitogatos property index. That puts a 55 m² one-bedroom flat in the center at roughly €650 to €800 a month, before common charges and utilities.
The southern coastal suburbs are the most expensive part of Attica, and the western suburbs the cheapest. All figures here are asking rents from listings, as of November 2026. Signed rents can be a little lower after negotiation, and well-kept flats in popular streets often go above the average.
What is the average rent per square meter in Athens?
Spitogatos, the largest Greek property portal, publishes a quarterly index of asking prices. Its Q3 2026 figures, released in autumn 2026, give this picture:
| Area | Median asking rent, Q3 2026 |
|---|---|
| Attica region (average) | About €10.9 per m² |
| Municipality of Athens | €12.2 per m² |
| Southern suburbs | €13.5 per m², the highest area in Greece |
| Kolonaki and Lycabettus | €18 per m² |
| Palaio Psychiko | €18 per m² |
| Vouliagmeni | €22.4 per m², the highest in Attica |
| Agios Stefanos (north-east Attica) | €6.7 per m², the lowest in Attica |
In the second quarter of 2026, the same index put the Athens center at about €12.0 per m², the southern suburbs at €13.3 and the northern suburbs at €11.8. The northern suburbs average hides a wide spread: Kifisia and Psychiko cost far more than Nea Ionia or Irakleio.
How much does a studio, one-bed or two-bed cost?
Multiplying typical sizes by area averages gives a working range. A separate July 2026 index of asking rents by mamaXO Research, built from portal listings, gives neighborhood-level numbers used below.
| Area (asking rent per m²) | Studio, 30–35 m² | One-bed, 50–60 m² | Two-bed, 75–90 m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patissia, Kypseli (about €10) | €300–400 | €500–650 | €750–950 |
| Pangrati, Exarchia (about €12) | €350–450 | €600–750 | €900–1,100 |
| Koukaki (about €13.4) | €400–500 | €650–800 | €1,000–1,200 |
| Kolonaki (about €18) | €550–650 | €900–1,100 | €1,350–1,650 |
| Glyfada (about €19) | €550–700 | €950–1,150 | €1,400–1,700 |
| Chalandri, Marousi (about €12) | €350–450 | €600–750 | €900–1,100 |
| Piraeus (about €11) | €330–420 | €550–700 | €800–1,000 |
Ranges are rounded and as of November 2026. Small flats cost more per square meter than large ones, renovated flats more than original 1970s interiors, and furnished flats more than empty ones. Neighborhood guides on this site go into each area: Koukaki and the Athens neighborhoods compared.
How fast have rents in Athens gone up?
The Attica median asking rent rose about 5% year on year in Q3 2026, after a 4.8% rise a year earlier, according to Spitogatos. Some areas moved much faster: Kaisariani rose about 25.7% and Neo Psychiko about 21.8% over the same year.
Several things push prices up. Short-term rentals took many central flats off the long-term market before Athens froze new short-term registrations in its 1st, 2nd and 3rd municipal districts from January 2025. Little new housing was built during the 2010s crisis. Demand from students, newcomers and golden-visa buyers adds pressure in the center and on the coast.
What does the rent include, and what comes on top?
The rent covers the flat only. Expect these extra costs each month, as of November 2026:
- Common charges (koinochrista). Building cleaning, the lift, stair lighting and, in older blocks, central heating fuel. Roughly €20 to €60 a month outside winter, and often much more in winter where the building has central oil heating.
- Electricity. The largest bill for most tenants, especially with air conditioning in July and August.
- Water. Billed by EYDAP, the Athens water company, and usually modest for one or two people.
- Internet and mobile. A fiber or VDSL line plus SIM cards.
Our guide to utilities in an Athens flat lists typical amounts. Ask the landlord for the last few common charge statements before you sign, because they vary a lot between buildings.
Where can you check current rent data?
- Spitogatos price index (SPI). Published quarterly with asking rents and sale prices per square meter by area. It is the most widely quoted source for rents.
- Bank of Greece. Publishes the official residential property price indices. These track sale prices, not rents, but show the wider market trend.
- ELSTAT. The Hellenic Statistical Authority tracks rent as part of the consumer price index, which shows how fast existing rents rise rather than new asking prices.
- Live listings. Filter Spitogatos or xe.gr by your target street and size. Listings that sit for weeks are usually overpriced.
Is there any help with rent?
Greece pays an annual rent refund to eligible tenants, worth one month’s rent and capped at €800 plus €50 per dependent child as of November 2026. AADE calculates it automatically from tax returns, and it is paid at the end of November. The lease must be declared on the AADE platform and rent paid through the bank, and income limits apply. Our guide to renting an apartment in Athens covers the lease registration.
Bottom line
Use the per-square-meter figure, not the headline rent, to compare listings across areas. Ask for common charge statements and the heating type before deciding, since winter costs can add €100 or more a month in an older building with central oil heating.
FAQ
What is a normal rent for a one-bedroom in central Athens?
As of November 2026, asking rents for a 50 to 60 m² flat in central neighborhoods are mostly between €600 and €800 a month. Kolonaki and renovated flats near the Acropolis cost more.
Is rent cheaper outside the city center?
The western suburbs and parts of north-east Attica are cheaper. The southern coast and the leafy northern suburbs such as Kifisia are more expensive than the center.
Do asking rents match what people actually pay?
Not exactly. Indexes use listing prices, and signed rents can be lower after negotiation, especially for flats that stay on the market for a while.
Are rents in Athens still rising?
Yes. The Attica median asking rent rose about 5% in the year to Q3 2026, with faster jumps in some neighborhoods.
