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Renting in Brera, Milan

Upscale & artistic

Brera is Milan's most beautiful and most expensive neighbourhood — cobblestone streets, Pinacoteca di Brera, designer boutiques. Genuinely artsy and central. Rents are among the city's highest; best for professionals on relocation packages or well-funded MBAs.

Room from

€850/mo

Studio from

€1200/mo

Metro

M2 Lanza

Noise level

Moderate

What it's actually like

Known for

Art galleries, Accademia di Brera, cobblestone streets, designer restaurants

Best for

Expats on relocation, MBA students at SDA Bocconi, professionals prioritising aesthetics over budget

✓

Very safe.

Rent in Brera

Type	Monthly range
Room in shared flat	€850–€1,300/mo
Studio apartment	€1,200–€2,200/mo
Prices reflect 2025/2026 Milan market. Add ~€100–200/mo for utilities in shared flats.

Getting around

🚇 M2 Lanza🚇 M2 Moscova

Commute to nearby universities

Bocconi🚇 18 min transit

Cattolica🚇 10 min transit

Common questions about Brera

How much does a room in Brera cost?+

Rooms in shared apartments in Brera typically cost €850–€1300 per month. Studios range from €1200 to €2200. Prices vary by size, furnishing, and landlord.

Is Brera good for international students?+

Expats on relocation, MBA students at SDA Bocconi, professionals prioritising aesthetics over budget

What metro lines serve Brera?+

Brera is served by: M2 Lanza, M2 Moscova. From here, Bocconi takes about 18 minutes.

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