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Salonicco

Greece

Large university city in the north, compact and social. The presence of AUTH supports student life and central rents; traffic and the condition of buildings must be checked on site.

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Safety 73/100
Affordability 72/100
Student-friendly 95/100
Nightlife 92/100
Transport 78/100

Last reviewed: Aug 15, 2026. Rent, scores and commute notes are indicative and should be verified before real decisions.

Quick answer

Living in Salonicco: what to know first

The essentials before you compare the details. A figure is marked as verified only when it is linked to a source.

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Room rent

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Getting around

OASTH operates the buses; the metro serves the urban axis with operational status and timetables to be checked on the official website.

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Neighborhoods to compare

4 neighborhoods compared

Ano Poli · Centro · Toumba

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Universities

2 universities in this guide

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki · University of Macedonia

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First steps

Where to start for Salonicco

Follow this order to narrow your options without taking in everything at once.

  1. Shortlist 2–3 neighborhoods

    Compare student life, safety and the real commute to campus.
  2. Check housing and budget

    Use estimates as a guide, then verify the listing, contract and current costs.
  3. Verify your documents

    Check registration, visa or permit requirements before making payments.

Interactive map

Aree urbane di Salonicco

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Neighborhood ranking

Best neighborhoods for students

  1. Ano Poli 99/100
  2. Centro 95/100
  3. Toumba 95/100
  4. Kalamaria 95/100

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

  1. Centro 95/100
  2. Ano Poli 99/100
  3. Toumba 95/100
  4. Kalamaria 95/100

Best neighborhoods for quiet living

  1. Ano Poli 99/100
  2. Toumba 95/100
  3. Kalamaria 95/100
  4. Centro 95/100

Best neighborhoods for low rent

  1. Toumba ~300 EUR
  2. Ano Poli ~320 EUR
  3. Kalamaria ~340 EUR
  4. Centro ~380 EUR

Best neighborhoods for safety

  1. Kalamaria 95/100
  2. Ano Poli 99/100
  3. Toumba 95/100
  4. Centro 95/100

Neighborhood cards

Where to live in Salonicco

Ano Poli

Student hub

Ano Poli: Historic and quieter upper town, popular with students; hills and buses affect the journey

Room
~320 EUR
Studio
~512 EUR
Apartment
~720 EUR

~ editorial estimate to verify

Safety 73 Student-friendly 99 Nightlife 74 Commute 78
Pros
  • student-friendly: 99/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: ~320 EUR.
  • Useful for Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Centro

Nightlife

Centro: Commercial and night-time heart between the seafront and campus; very practical but noisy and more expensive

Room
~380 EUR
Studio
~608 EUR
Apartment
~855 EUR

~ editorial estimate to verify

Safety 69 Student-friendly 95 Nightlife 92 Commute 78
Pros
  • student-friendly: 95/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: ~380 EUR.
  • Useful for Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
Cons
  • Safety score is 69/100: inspect the exact street and building.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Toumba

Balanced

Toumba: Residential area east of the campuses with often more manageable prices and daily services

Room
~300 EUR
Studio
~480 EUR
Apartment
~675 EUR

~ editorial estimate to verify

Safety 73 Student-friendly 95 Nightlife 74 Commute 78
Pros
  • student-friendly: 95/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: ~300 EUR.
  • Useful for Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Kalamaria

Quiet

Kalamaria: Residential coastal municipality, quieter and farther from the university; suitable for those who favor quality living

Room
~340 EUR
Studio
~544 EUR
Apartment
~765 EUR

~ editorial estimate to verify

Safety 77 Student-friendly 95 Nightlife 74 Commute 78
Pros
  • student-friendly: 95/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: ~340 EUR.
  • Useful for AUTH via bus/metro.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Study

Major universities in Salonicco

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Public university

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HumanitiesEngineeringMedicinesScience
Nearest neighborhoods
CenterAnus PoliToumba
Commute from top areas
  • Center5–20 min
  • Anus Poli15–30 min

University of Macedonia

Public university

See on the map
EconomicsBusinessSocial Sciences
Nearest neighborhoods
CenterToumba
Commute from top areas
  • Center10–25 min

Rent analysis

Average rent by neighborhood

Indicative monthly asking levels for rooms, studios and apartments.

rent figure with a linked source editorial estimate to verify

Indicative monthly rent by neighborhood in Salonicco
Neighborhood cardsRoomStudioApartment
Centro~380 EUR~608 EUR~855 EUR
Ano Poli~320 EUR~512 EUR~720 EUR
Toumba~300 EUR~480 EUR~675 EUR
Kalamaria~340 EUR~544 EUR~765 EUR

Cheapest: Toumba, Ano Poli, Kalamaria

Mid-range: Toumba, Ano Poli, Kalamaria

Premium: Centro, Kalamaria, Ano Poli

Safety

Safety notes

Safer neighborhoods

Kalamaria, Toumba, Ano Poli residential

Areas to be careful with

stations and crowded center at night, isolated uphill roads in Ano Poli

  • The most common risk for those arriving is housing fraud; check owner, property and conditions before paying.

Student perspective: Plan your evening return and check the latest connections from campus.

Nightlife

Where to go out

Ladadika

restaurants and bars

Tourist and crowded area.

Valaoritou

clubs and student life

High noise on weekends.

Transport

Getting around Salonicco

OASTH operates the buses; the metro serves the urban axis with operational status and timetables to be checked on the official website.

Metro Thessaloniki Metro
Tram / busExpanded, traffic-sensitive OASTH bus network.
TrainTransport data under review
Pass info Bus and metro tickets may have separate systems: check before travel.
WalkabilityTransport data under review
Bike-friendlinessTransport data under review

Transport sources OASTHThessaloniki Metro

Cost of living

Monthly budget estimate

Reference monthly budget Data under review

Spending items

Food Data under review
Transport Data under review
Utilities Data under review
Coffee / bars Data under review

Figures are not published until they are checked and linked to a source.

Transparency

Salonicco data sources and updates

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Next review by:

3 registered references

3/3 with a check date

Policy: review within 12 months. Status and date apply to the individual reference, not the whole city.

Budget and cost of living 0

No specific source is registered yet: related figures remain indicative or under review.

Transport 2

OASTH

Current check
Checked on
Covers
Getting around · Tram / bus · Pass info
Local rent 0

No specific source is registered yet: related figures remain indicative or under review.

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Decision guide

Pros and cons of living in Salonicco

5 strengths

  1. OASTH operates the buses; the metro serves the urban axis with operational status and timetables to be checked on the official website.
  2. Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, University of Macedonia: poli di studio rilevanti per la città.
  3. Plan your evening return and check the latest connections from campus.
  4. Center and renovated properties can significantly exceed the ranges.
  5. Centro, Ano Poli, Toumba sono tra le zone analizzate nella guida.

5 drawbacks

  1. The most common risk for those arriving is housing fraud; check owner, property and conditions before paying.
  2. Offer and prices change quickly
  3. Rent, scores and commute notes are indicative and should be verified before real decisions.

FAQ

Questions about moving to Salonicco

What is the best area of ​​Thessaloniki for a student?

It depends on the campus: Ano Poli is the first useful comparison, but door-to-door time and contract matter more than just the distance on the map.

How much should I expect for accommodation?

The rooms in the areas analyzed start approximately from €300 per month. These are editorial estimates, not guaranteed quotes.

Can I choose a house without visiting it?

It's risky. If a physical visit is impossible, ask for live video, proof of property availability, identity of the other party and full contract before any payment.

Does the map show all administrative boundaries?

No: it shows real areas useful for housing choices. The map note indicates the source, coverage and limits of the dataset.