10,082 Warsaw, Poland apartments for rent
Warsaw
Warsaw is loved by many foreigners and expats around the world who are searching for something different from good old Western Europe. This city is quiet and well-organized, but it has a remarkable nightlife scene and a surprising amount of places where you can have a fun time. It’s a place where modern futuristic skyscrapers go hand in hand with social realist architecture and baroque palaces.
Overview
The history of Warsaw as a city spans over 800 years, and it overcame many difficulties and changes throughout the centuries. One of the biggest challenges was surviving after World War II, as 75% of the city’s infrastructure was destroyed during this period. Even the beautiful Old Town with its charming narrow streets and the majestic Royal Castle had to be meticulously rebuilt following old pictures and 18th-century paintings of the area. Currently, the city is undergoing a massive redevelopment and renovation to propel the growth of the city. Old factories and workshops turn into upscale bars and cultural spaces. A great example can be a Google for Startups Campus in Warsaw, which recently opened its doors in the Praga Koneser Center, which used to be a large vodka factory till 2007. Generally, Warsaw is recognized as a city that boasts a substantial startup-friendly ecosystem — it has many startup hubs, accelerators and incubators, and venture capital funds and hosts various events dedicated to startups and technology. Regardless of all the opportunities this city offers to its visitors and residents, the real estate prices and the cost of living are significantly lower than in many other European capitals. This is another reason why Warsaw is so attractive to many people around the world.
Business & Economy
At the end of the 20th century, Poland surprised the world with the extraordinarily rapid growth of the national economy. Naturally, the capital of the country attracted the largest amount of domestic and foreign investors. In 2018, the Warsaw region’s GDP equaled over 17% of the national GDP while having the unemployment rate below the national average. Warsaw is a key player in business process outsourcing, research and development, and information technology outsourcing in Poland and the Eastern European Area. Also, the city is a stronghold of polish media, entertainment, and film industry.
Culture
Warsaw’s cultural scene is powered by strong cultural initiatives. The city is home to almost 2,000 cultural NGOs that work on implementing various projects in education, heritage preservation, and raising awareness regarding pressing social issues. Warsaw is a leader in the country and the region when it comes to the level of residents’ participation in cultural initiatives. The city has a comprehensive strategy that involves financial support for cultural institutions. The integral part of the strategy is a revitalization of the Vistula’s river right bank that historically has been an economically depressed area. The New Praga district is a perfect example of this strategy coming into life. What used to be a crime-ridden neighborhood filled with old factories and warehouses is turning into an area for artists and musicians, brimming with art studios, spaces for exhibitions, and laid-back clubs.
Nightlife
For those who enjoy going out, Warsaw has a lot to offer. If you happen to visit the capital of Poland in summer, head straight to the Vistula river — that’s where the action is during warm summer nights. There are dozens of open-air clubs and bars with different varieties of music and diverse crowd, food trucks, and some quieter spaces where you can slowly sip your beer, enjoying the view. For the pub crawl night, hit Nowogrodzka street, which has excellent cocktail bars, pubs with amazing craft beer, and notorious places with cheap drinks. And, if you’re in the mood for clubbing, check out Mazowiecka street — it has plenty of clubs that suit every taste and pocket conveniently located near each other. Other great areas for hanging out in the evening include Nowy Swiat street, Plac Zbawiciela, and clubs on Praga-Polnoc.
Shopping
Warsaw is a great place for shopping. Boutiques, shopping centers, flea markets, and artisanal designer shops — this city has it all. Luxury brands can be found in the Vitkac department store and in the area around Plac Trzech Krzyzy (Three Crosses Square). For well-known mass market brands, visit shopping malls such as Zlote Tarasy or Arkadia, or take a stroll through Marszalkowska street. If you are a bargain hunter and looking for great deals, you should visit one of Warsaw’s outlets. Two of the most prominent stores are Factory Annopol and Factory Ursus, located right outside the city center and easily accessible by public transportation. If you a loaning for authenticity and original designs, visit the Mokotowska, Mysia, or Szpitalna streets. They feature boutiques of Polish designers, local clothing and jewelry brands. And, for the taste of an old-school flea market, head to Bazar na Kole.
Transportation
Warsaw has two major international airports — Warsaw Modlin Airport, located 35 kilometers to the north of the city, and Warsaw Chopin Airport, located within city limits. Warsaw Frédéric Chopin Airport is one of the biggest airports in Eastern and Central Europe — it accepts nearly 100 international and domestic flights every day and hosts 18.9 million passengers a year. Public transport in Warsaw is represented by metro, buses, trams, the light rail, urban railway, and bicycle-sharing systems. Bus service encompasses the entire city, with 1,600 vehicles and approximately 170 routes. There are significant discounts for students and a free pass for children and seniors. At night, the best way to get around is the metro, which operates till 3.00 am at weekends and until midnight on weekdays. Alternative means of transportation are night buses, marked with the letter “N.” They run from 11.15 pm to 04.45 pm.
Finding Apartments for Rent in Warsaw
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Warsaw Neighbourhoods
Wola
Previously an industrial area known for a strong labor movement has now transformed into the typical urban district. Wola is home to multiple business centers and glass skyscrapers, such as Warsaw Spire and the Warsaw Trade Tower, and it’s one of the districts that shape the outlook of modern Warsaw. Also, Wola has a very rich past, as it played an important part during WWII and the Warsaw Uprising. For a long time, it has been an area filled with industrial facilities, factories, and plain-looking apartment blocks for factory workers, but things are changing rapidly nowadays. Some of the buildings are transformed into modern office centers or modern housing developments. The neighborhood is relatively affordable, although it depends on the area — those parts closer to the center of the city can be pricier. Nevertheless, Wola has a large selection of rental properties, so you can find a cheap apartment or room for rent with a bit of luck.
Zoliborz
Zoliborz is the smallest neighborhood in Warsaw by the area and population, but it is deeply loved by those who rent an apartment or have their own place here. Some families have lived here for three or even four generations, admiring the area’s serene vibe, many hidden cafes and stores, and beautiful old villas. The district is filled with squares, parks, and open spaces, which are regarded as fine example of urban planning and architecture. There are several star-shaped squares built along the main axis of the district. One of them, Plac Wilsona, is the heart of the district and large transportation hub. The borough has historically been a place where educated intellectuals would reside. It is reflected in the names of estates — Zoliborz Dziennikarski (Journalists’ Zoliborz), Zoliborz Oficerski (Officers' Żoliborz), Zoliborz Urzędniczy (Clerks’ Zoliborz).
Śródmieście
Srodmiescie is the central borough of Warsaw, a local downtown and an official city center. Many people who prefer to live in the heart of the action are drawn to this district — it has streets great for shopping, strolling with your friends, and dancing the night off. This area is home to multiple major governmental and cultural institutions and numerous businesses. Regardless of its central location, Srodmiescie has both vibrant and energetic areas and serene quiet corners. It is also an educational hub with campuses of the renowned University of Warsaw and Warsaw University of Technology. That’s why this borough also attracts many students and has plenty of student dormitories and shared accommodation for rent. However, you should be aware that prices for rentals here are higher than average in Warsaw. The area is rich with landmarks and tourist sights — the oldest historical building, the oldest university, the tallest building in Warsaw, and the narrowest street.
Praga-Północ
This borough is part of the historical Old Praga, the city that was incorporated into Warsaw in the 18th century. The Warsaw Zoo and Park Praski occupy a large part of the territory of Praga-Polnoc. This district boasts buildings from the beginning of the 20th century that survived WWII and buildings built after the war in the socialist modernism style. Nowadays, Praga-Polnoc undergoes rapid gentrification — many abandoned dull buildings are transformed into galleries, entertainment facilities, and underground clubs. The district keeps developing and becomes more and more popular among the residents of Warsaw, but here you can still find some cheap apartments for rent.
Praga-Południe
This neighborhood consists primarily of low-rise apartment buildings and private houses. The most beautiful area of Praga-Poludnie is Saska Kepa, located right near the Vistula river. It has many offbeat cafes and restaurants and charming villas built in the 1920s and 1930s during the housing boom in Warsaw. Right now, many of these villas are occupied by diplomats, expats, and those residents of the city who seek a tranquil and peaceful vibe and can spend a good amount of money on housing. Despite several plans, the district was not redeveloped and retained much of its original character. Currently, there are several new developments with lavish blocks of apartments, but the authorities are halting new constructions to preserve the original small-town vibe.