Barcelona rental prices by district — March 2024 data
Barcelona rental prices by district
Rent in Barcelona varies a lot depending on where you live. The gap between the cheapest and most expensive districts is about €5/m², which for a 60m² apartment means roughly €300/month difference.
Here's how things look based on March 2024 data.
Most expensive districts
- Sarrià-Sant Gervasi — €17.43/m²
The priciest district in Barcelona. Quiet, tree-lined streets, good schools, big apartments. It's where families with money tend to settle.
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- Les Corts — €16.22/m²
Close to the business area around Plaça de Francesc Macià and L'Illa Diagonal. Popular with professionals who want to live near work.
- Sant Martí — €16.18/m²
Home to the 22@ tech district and the waterfront. Lots of new development, a younger crowd, and prices that have climbed fast.
Most affordable districts
- Nou Barris — €12.40/m²
The cheapest district by a good margin. Quieter, more residential, further from the tourist zones. Good parks and a real neighborhood feel.
- Sant Andreu — €12.93/m²
Affordable with a laid-back, village-like atmosphere. Weekly markets, local squares, less noise than the center.
- Horta-Guinardó — €14.08/m²
Hilly district with views and green space. A mix of older locals and younger people priced out of Gràcia. Good value for the quality of life.
Mid-range districts
- Gràcia — €15.60/m²
Small squares, independent shops, and a bohemian reputation (though it's gentrified a lot). Popular with young professionals and creatives.
- Sants-Montjuïc — €15.74/m²
A big, mixed district. Goes from working-class Sants near the train station to the museums and parks on Montjuïc hill.
What drives the price
Location, proximity to the center and beach, public transport access, and building condition. Districts near tourist areas or tech offices tend to cost more.
Full price comparison
| District | Min €/m² | Max €/m² | Average €/m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ciutat Vella | 15.3 | 18.3 | 16.85 |
| Eixample | 15.1 | 16.8 | 16.10 |
| Gràcia | 13.4 | 17.3 | 15.60 |
| Horta-Guinardó | 11.7 | 15.5 | 14.08 |
| Les Corts | 14.8 | 17.1 | 16.22 |
| Nou Barris | 6.2 | 14.3 | 12.40 |
| Sant Andreu | 8.9 | 14.7 | 12.93 |
| Sant Martí | 11.9 | 21.2 | 16.18 |
| Sants-Montjuïc | 12.2 | 22.9 | 15.74 |
| Sarrià-Sant Gervasi | 13.6 | 20.2 | 17.43 |
The wide ranges in Sant Martí (€11.9-21.2) and Sants-Montjuïc (€12.2-22.9) show how much prices vary within a single district. Neighborhood matters more than district.
For more detail, browse our district guides or compare your own rent.
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