Poland Rent Prices Up 33-47% Since 2023, Growth Now Slowing
Housing costs remain near record highs across major cities, though the pace of increases has moderated in 2026 as new construction catches up with demand.
Even with slower growth, rents in 2026 are 33-47% higher than in 2023 across all major cities. For renters who remember pre-2022 prices, the market feels permanently more expensive. Warsaw is the most expensive city across all housing types, with shared rooms starting at 1,800 PLN and one-bedroom apartments averaging 3,500 PLN.
Where Prices Stand Now
As of early 2026, the average monthly rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Poland is around 4,300 PLN (approximately $1,075 USD or €990 EUR), excluding utilities and service charges. The average monthly rent for a studio apartment in Poland is around 2,600 PLN (roughly $650 USD or €600 EUR), though studio rents range from about 2,000 PLN ($500 USD) in regional cities like Łódź to 3,400 PLN ($850 USD) in central Warsaw neighborhoods.
Poland's rental housing market in 2025–2026 — while not seeing spectacular growth — remains safe and stable. With small price changes and no major government interventions, the market is becoming more predictable.
What's Driving the Long-Term Increase
Poland recorded the highest year-on-year housing price increase in the EU in early 2024 at approximately 15%. While the rate has normalized, the elevated price level it created is now the new baseline. The surge was driven by mass migration (particularly from Ukraine), strong economic growth, and a chronic housing shortage that years of construction have only partially addressed.
Practical Impact for Foreigners
If you're arriving on a work permit or student visa, budget carefully: rent in Warsaw or Kraków will likely consume 30–50% of a mid-range salary. Shared accommodation or apartments in outer districts offer significant savings. The good news is that the 15–20% annual jumps of 2023–2024 have ended, and landlords are no longer raising rents mid-lease as aggressively. If you're signing a new contract, negotiate—supply is finally catching up, and you have more leverage than tenants did two years ago.
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