The European City of Culture in 2007, Sibiu is the Transylvanian gem for expats and tourists. Due to the large number of expatriates, finding accommodation should not be a difficult task. However, it is good to have an overlook of the housing in Sibiu before moving here. Here are the neighbourhoods in Sibiu, together with an overview of the prices you may pay for rent or quick tips about transportation.
Sibiu is one of the most beautiful cities in Romania, with so much to offer. Whether expats are choosing to stay here for a short period of time, or for a long one, Sibiu is a great base for heading out in the Romanian adventure. The city is full of beautiful places. Due to the compact size, no location is a bad location to live in Sibiu.
Types of accommodation in Sibiu
Sibiu is an old city, with ancient buildings, that are still in very good condition. So for those who prefer to stay in the centre of the city, meaning near the Great Square or the Bridge of Lies, they will find buildings with authentic character. The central neighbourhoods have two and three-story residential houses. There are also some old houses that people converted into tourist hotels or modern apartment blocks, with studios or larger places.
For those who prefer new blocks of apartments, they can find them on the adjacent side of Sibiu.
Good to know:
Sibiu's population consists not only of Romanians but also small German and Hungarian communities. These minorities represent around 1,6 per cent and 2 per cent of the whole population. Expatriates moving here will find good speakers of English, German and Hungarian.
The most popular neighbourhoods in Sibiu
Sibiu is a touristic city, well-known for its beautiful historic centre. This part of the city covers around 80 hectares and represents a protected area. Here you will find Piata Mare, Piata Mica, Piata Huet, Piata Aurarilor, Piata Armelor, which are beautiful squares, with an impressive look.
The tight streets, with historical buildings, are splitting the city into Ville Basse and the Ville Haute, up to the historic Old Town.
The most offering neighbourhoods in Sibiu are the central one, followed by Strand neighbourhood, Cedonia, Calea Dumbravii, and Mihai Viteazul. Those expats who are looking for getting further away from downtown can choose Turnisor and Gusterita villages. The landscape and the tranquillity will complete the beautiful accommodation here.
Good to know:
Getting around Sibiu or on the surrounding areas is pretty easy, due to public transportation. There are also taxis everywhere, as well as buses and train systems. Whether you want to go to the grocery store or you need to transit all the city, there are affordable ways to do it.
Rent prices in Sibiu
Generally speaking, the rent prices in Sibiu are more affordable than in other central Romanian cities like Cluj Napoca. Although there are lots of tourists who come to Sibiu, the prices for renting an apartment or studio are still acceptable. For instance, a studio in the city centre costs 270 euros, while the same apartment is 190 euros outside of the centre. A 3-bedroom apartment in the centre costs 460 euros per month. The same type of flat will cost 330 euros per month for those who prefer to stay outside the centre.
These prices vary depending on if the flat is furnished or unfurnished, as well, as the location of the accommodation.
Lease conditions and procedures in Sibiu
There is no exact procedure when renting an apartment in Sibiu. Actually, the tenant and the owner of the accommodation will settle a contract for renting. They will establish the date of paying, the currency they will use, as well as warranties.
Where to find accommodation in Sibiu
The handiest way of finding the best accommodation in Sibiu is by the online platforms. There are few online portals, in English, where you can filter the results based on your wishes.
If you speak a little Romanian, you may find future accommodation in classified ads, such as the local newspapers and magazines. There are also some online forums, to find opinions about the type of accommodation you are looking for.
Last but not least, you can find proper accommodation via a real estate agency. You just call them, tell your requirements, and they will offer you the available variants. Now, note that you will need to pay a real estate agency fee, in the amount of one-month rent.
Useful links:
Sibiu100
Imobiliare.ro
Tursib
Imobilare ' Real estate agencies in Sibiu
Imobiliare
Intermed casa
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