Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Oslo

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

Highest Rent
$2,080/mo
City Avg Rent
$1,600/mo
Neighborhoods
20

Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Oslo — Full Rankings

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

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 most expensive neighborhood in Oslo?

The most expensive neighborhood in Oslo is Frogner, with an estimated 1-bedroom rent of $2,080/month — 30% above the city average.

How much more expensive is Frogner than the city average?

Frogner is approximately 30% more expensive than the Oslo average. 1-bedroom rent is $2,080/mo vs $1,600/mo city-wide.

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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