If you would like to live right in the city centre, good light matters to you, and you also want quiet in the evening, this flat could be an ideal choice. In Budapest’s District VIII, on Rákóczi út, one block from Blaha Lujza tér, I am offering for rent a 2nd-floor, courtyard-facing 30 m² flat with a sleeping gallery. It is renovated, quiet, furnished and fully equipped, and thanks to its practical layout it is a comfortable home for one person or a couple.
The flat and the gallery
The one-and-a-half-room layout is complemented by a practical sleeping gallery in the living room, which provides a clearly separate resting or sleeping area. The washing machine and the fridge are in the kitchen; the flat is fully furnished and ready to move into immediately.
Heating is provided by a gas convector, and a brand-new heating/cooling air conditioner was also installed a few months ago, so the flat is pleasant in summer too. TV and internet can be connected according to the future tenant’s preference.
Light and quiet in the city centre
It faces west and south-west, and there is only one floor above it, so the flat is pleasantly bright. Because it faces the courtyard, none of the Rákóczi út traffic can be heard inside, which makes it a particularly good choice for studying and working from home.
Utilities and costs
Based on experience so far, utilities come to about 20,000 HUF/month for 2 people, and on top of this 20,000 HUF common charges are payable. Every utility has its own meter, and consumption is settled monthly based on meter readings.
Location and transport
One of the biggest advantages of the area is transport: the M2 metro and trams 4 and 6 stop at Blaha Lujza tér, and several bus lines run along Rákóczi út. Astoria and Keleti railway station are 1-2 stops by metro and Deák tér is a few minutes, so almost every part of Budapest is quick to reach, even without a car.
Universities (the Budapest faculties of ELTE, Semmelweis and Pázmány), cafés, shops and everyday services are all nearby, and there is even a modern gym just a stone’s throw from the building.
Rental terms
- rent: 205,000 HUF/month + utilities + common charges
- on moving in: 2-month deposit + 1 month’s rent in advance
- for a maximum of 1–2 adults: ideal for a single person or a couple
- non-smoking flat, no pets
- renting requires a notarised move-out declaration, the cost of which is shared 50-50 by the parties
- available immediately
Frequently asked questions
What is the total monthly cost?
The rent is 205,000 HUF/month. On top of this come the 20,000 HUF common charges and the utilities, which based on experience so far are about 20,000 HUF/month for 2 people. So the total monthly cost is about 245,000 HUF, plus TV and internet as the tenant requires.
How much money do I need to move in?
A 2-month deposit and 1 month’s rent in advance, i.e. 615,000 HUF. The cost of the notarised move-out declaration is shared 50-50 by the parties.
How many people can move in?
The flat is ideal for a maximum of 1–2 adults: a single person or a couple.
Is there a lift in the building?
No, the flat is on the 2nd floor.
Can I bring a pet, is smoking allowed?
No, it is a non-smoking flat, and pets are not allowed.
When can I move in?
Immediately.
How far is the metro?
It depends: if you are running late and run, about 20 seconds; if you take a relaxed stroll, a minute and a half. The same goes for trams 4 and 6, and Keleti railway station and Astoria are 1-2 stops away by metro.