Cheapest Neighborhoods in Oslo

All 20 neighborhoods in Oslo ranked by cost of living index. Updated 2026.

Cheapest Rent
$1,152/mo
City Avg Rent
$1,600/mo
Neighborhoods
20

Cheapest Neighborhoods in Oslo — Full Rankings

# Neighborhood 1BR Rent Index vs Avg
1 Stovner $1,152/mo 0.72x -28%
2 Alna $1,248/mo 0.78x -22%
3 Manglerud $1,280/mo 0.80x -20%
4 Grønland $1,312/mo 0.82x -18%
5 Lambertseter $1,360/mo 0.85x -15%
6 Tøyen $1,408/mo 0.88x -12%
7 Nordstrand $1,472/mo 0.92x -8%
8 Sagene $1,632/mo 1.02x +2%
9 Nydalen $1,632/mo 1.02x +2%
10 Torshov $1,680/mo 1.05x +5%
11 St. Hanshaugen $1,728/mo 1.08x +8%
12 Bærum $1,760/mo 1.10x +10%
13 Grünerløkka $1,792/mo 1.12x +12%
14 Ullern $1,792/mo 1.12x +12%
15 Sentrum $1,840/mo 1.15x +15%
16 Majorstuen $1,888/mo 1.18x +18%
17 Holmenkollen $1,888/mo 1.18x +18%
18 Bygdøy $1,952/mo 1.22x +22%
19 Aker Brygge $2,000/mo 1.25x +25%
20 Frogner $2,080/mo 1.30x +30%

Rent estimates based on city average of $1,600/mo adjusted by neighborhood cost index. Index 1.00 = city average.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest neighborhood in Oslo?

The cheapest neighborhood in Oslo is Stovner, with an estimated 1-bedroom rent of $1,152/month — 28% below the city average.

What is the average rent in Oslo?

The average 1-bedroom rent in Oslo is approximately $1,600/month. Rents range from $1,152/mo (Stovner) to $2,080/mo (Frogner).

How many neighborhoods does Oslo have?

Our database covers 20 neighborhoods in Oslo, each with detailed cost-of-living and salary data.

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