1. Accommodation (Alojamiento)
- Renting a room in a shared flat: Expect ~ €300-€600/month, depending on neighborhood, size, amenities.
- Private studio / one-bedroom in the city center: ~ €900-€1,200/month. Suburbs are cheaper, ~ €600-€850.
- Student residences with all bills included: can be more expensive, ~ €1,050+ depending on what’s included (utilities, cleaning, social areas).
- Note: shared flats also mean sharing utilities, internet, etc., which lowers individual cost.
2. Food & Groceries
- Monthly groceries: €150-€300 depending on what you buy and how often you eat out.
- Typical supermarket item prices:
• Milk (1 liter): ~ €0.90-€1.20
• Bread (1 loaf): ~ €1-€2.50
• Chicken (1kg): ~ €7-€12 - Eating out:
• Budget café / small restaurant: €10-€15 for a menú del día or casual meal
• Mid-range restaurant, 3 course: ~ €50 for two people.
3. Transport & Getting Around
- Monthly public transport passes (metro + bus) for regular zones: ~ €50-€55
- Abono Joven (youth pass under ~26): huge savings (as low as €10/month) in many cases.
- Single metro/bus ticket: ~ €1.50-€2.50 depending on distance / zone.
- Utilities (electricity, water, gas, garbage): ~ €100-€160/month, depending on apartment size, consumption and winter heating / summer AC needs.
4. Utilities, Internet & Other Basics
- Internet + phone plan: ~ €15-€40/month depending on data, speed.
- Utility bills (not included in rent): see above (water, electricity, heating) ~ €100-€160 plus splits if shared.
5. Leisure, Entertainment & Extras
- Coffee: ~ €2-€3 for a regular coffee in a café.
- Beer in a bar: ~ €3-€5 depending on location.
- Going out / nightlife: many bars have cheap drinks before midnight; a mid-night out might cost more depending on venue.
- Gym memberships: ~ €25-€50/month depending on the gym.
6. Typical Monthly Budget Estimate (for Erasmus Student)
| Living Style | Shared Room / Shared Flat | Private Room / Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Low budget (cook often, use youth transport pass, minimal meals out) | ~ €700-€900 | ~ €1,200-€1,400 |
| Moderate budget (some meals out, nicer location, more comfort) | ~ €1,000-€1,300 | ~ €1,500-€1,800 |
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