How much it costs to rent an apartment in Budva in 2026
Below are monthly asking rents from the Easy Monte catalogue at the start of October 2026. These are the figures owners list, not final agreed prices: on a lease of 12 months or more there is often room to negotiate, while summer rates are usually higher.
The Bečići median is higher partly because much of the supply there is in newer complexes near the beach. See current listings for apartments to rent in Budva and rentals in Bečići.
- Budva, 102 rentals: median 700 € a month for a one-bedroom apartment, 900 € for a two-bedroom.
- Bečići (the neighbouring resort village), 46 rentals: 850 € for a one-bedroom, 1,000 € for a two-bedroom.
- Rafailovići: two-bedroom apartments around 800 €; supply is small, so treat this as indicative.
Where to live in Budva: neighbourhoods at a glance
Budva is compact: you can walk along the sea from the Old Town to Bečići. Still, neighbourhoods differ a lot in noise, slopes, parking and building age, so choose by lifestyle.
- Old Town and surrounding streets: atmosphere, the promenade and Mogren beaches nearby. Downsides are summer noise and crowds, difficult parking and little modern housing.
- Centre by Slovenska plaža: everything within walking distance, easy to live without a car. Lively until late at night in summer.
- Podkošljun: a residential area behind Slovenska plaža, a few minutes' walk to the sea, with many recently built blocks.
- Rozino and Dubovica: residential areas above the centre towards the Adriatic highway, with schools, kindergartens, supermarkets and new builds. Quieter than the seafront; usually a 10–20 minute walk to the beach.
- Babilonija: dense urban housing of mixed age with good everyday amenities; building quality varies, so judge each property on its own.
- Lazi: the eastern part of Budva on the way to Bečići, with newer residential buildings; some apartments have sea views.
- Bečići and Rafailovići: a few kilometres east, with a long beach and a resort feel. Quiet in winter, when some venues close.
Seasonality: when to rent an apartment in Budva for a year
Budva's rental market follows the tourist season. From October to May there are more listings and owners are more willing to sign long leases. Towards summer many apartments switch to short-term holiday letting, and a yearly rental becomes harder to find and more expensive.
That is why the until-the-season format is common: the apartment is let from autumn to early summer, usually until June, and then the tenant is asked to leave. In the Easy Monte catalogue at the start of October 2026, 167 rentals are offered long term (12+ months), 61 until the season and 8 as seasonal lets.
The practical takeaway: if you plan to live in Budva year-round, start searching in autumn and put a term of at least 12 months into the contract.
Long-term or until the season: which to choose
Long-term options only are collected in the long-term rental catalogue. For typical terms and conditions, see the guide to long-term rent in Montenegro.
- Long term (12 months or more): the rent is fixed for the whole period, no summer move, and paperwork for a residence permit is easier. Downside: fewer options, and the monthly rate can be higher than an until-the-season deal.
- Until the season (autumn to June): often cheaper and good for trying the city and comparing areas. Downside: you will have to find new housing in summer, the most expensive time.
- Seasonal (summer months): the most expensive format and rarely suitable for living.
What to check before you rent
Many Budva apartments are designed mainly for summer, so check the winter conditions separately. Use this list at the viewing:
- Heating and air conditioning: most apartments are heated with AC units. Ask how many there are and what condition they are in, and whether there is other heating; winters can be damp, so look for mould around windows and corners.
- Parking: spaces are scarce in the centre and by the sea. Ask whether a garage or yard space comes with the apartment and whether it is included in the rent.
- Noise: check for bars, clubs or construction sites nearby, which matter most in summer.
- Utilities: electricity, water, waste collection and building maintenance. Clarify what is included and ask for sample winter bills.
- Internet: whether fibre is connected, whose name the contract is in and who pays.
- Deposit: usually one month's rent. Write down the return conditions and make an inventory of furniture and appliances with photos.
- Pets: some owners refuse pets or ask for a larger deposit. Permission for a pet should be in the contract.
Contract, registration of stay and residence permit
Sign a written lease covering the parties, address, term, rent and payment schedule, deposit, who pays utilities, early termination and rent changes. For a residence permit the lease usually needs to be certified by a notary; check the requirements for your case.
Foreigners must register their place of stay (prijava boravka, often called the white card) within 24 hours of arrival. Hotels do this for guests; in a private rental, registration is usually done at the police or the local tourist organisation, with the owner or using the owner's documents. Practice can vary, so confirm the procedure in advance with Easy Monte or the police.
If you plan to stay beyond your visa-free period (it depends on citizenship), you will need a temporary residence permit. Easy Monte offers a turnkey residence permit: property-based from 300 €, employment from 700 €, company from 1,000 €, digital nomad from 2,000 €, plus 350 € per family member; state fees are separate and preparation takes 5–14 days.
Easy Monte checks every property before publishing and supports tenants until the lease is signed. If you are still choosing a city, compare Budva with Bar, Tivat and Podgorica in the Montenegro city comparison.