The average rental price in Rome stands at around €17 per square metre according to the latest data from online real estate portal Immobiliare.it.
This means that a 50-square-metre apartment in the capital costs around €850 a month on average.
Rents in Rome are currently at an all-time high, with prices per square metre being almost €2 higher than last year.
Property experts have blamed soaring costs on the rise of short-term rentals, as well as Rome's upcoming Jubilee celebrations.
Silvia Spronelli, CEO of Solo Affitti, said on LinkedIn: “We are facing a new scenario in Rome's real estate sector.
“The wait for the Jubilee promises to be a catalyst for an increase in rents in the capital, a phenomenon that is not isolated but which follows a trend already evident in other large Italian metropolises.”
At more than €20 per square metre (that's around €1,000 for a 50-square-metre apartment), the historic centre and other popular districts, including Trastevere, Testaccio, San Giovanni, Re di Roma, Parioli, Flaminio, Aventino, Prati and Salario, are off limits to many.
But there are some areas in Rome where you can expect lower asking prices.
Appio Claudio and Capannelle
The Appio Claudio and Capannelle area is perfect for those looking to get away from the chaos of the city.
Besides the price, other benefits include being close to Rome’s biggest park (Parco degli Acquedotti) and the A90 motorway (Grande Raccordo Anulare) should you want to escape the city and explore the wider Lazio region over the weekend.
Appio Claudio is also near metro stations Subaugusta and Lucio Sestio.
Capanelle is a bit further away from the metro stops, but it is served by a rail line transporting residents to Rome’s central station, Termini.
Average price per square metre: €13.34
Average monthly price for a 50-square-metre apartment: €667
Portuense
This district has similar rental prices to Appio Claudio and Cappanelle. Unlike them though, it is closer to Rome’s city centre and borders on more expensive districts such as Marconi and Monteverde.
Portunese is not served by a metro stop, but it does have a train station.
Highlights of the area include the Tevere Magliana park, which borders on river Tiber.
Average price per square metre: €13.62
Average monthly price for a 50-square-metre apartment: €681
Monti Tiburtina and Pietralata
Admittedly, these two neighbourhoods are not the prettiest, but if getting to the city centre quickly is a top priority, then they’re probably the best out of the capital's most affordable areas to live in.
Each is served by a metro stop, with Tiburtina being Rome’s second largest station after Rome Termini.
Average price per square metre: €14.52
Average monthly price for a 50-square-metre apartment: €726
Talenti, Monte Sacro and Nuovo Salario
Just north of Monti Tiburtina and Pietralata are the neighbourhoods of Talenti, Monte Sacro and Nuovo Salario.
The area is nicer than Tiburtina and Pietralata and is also well-connected to the centre.
There are metro stops (Conca d'Oro, Jonio) and train stations (Nuovo Salario, Val d'Ala) for commuters, as well as parks and numerous eateries.
Average price per square metre: €14.73
Average monthly price for a 50-square-metre apartment: €736.5
Appia Pignatelli, Ardeatino and Montagnola
To get the best out of living in these neighbourhoods, getting a car will be necessary as public transport options are scarce.
However, what these quartieri lack in transport, they make up for in greenery as they’re all close to the famous Appia Antica park.
There’s also a wealth of eateries and cultural opportunities if you fancy staying local over the weekend.
That said, the area is probably best suited to someone with access to a car or working from home.
Average price per square metre: €14.72
Average monthly price for a 50-square-metre apartment: €736
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