Grenoble
France
Updated on August 21, 2025
Overview
Grenoble is a city in southeastern France, capital of the Isère department and known as the 'Capital of the French Alps'. It is an important scientific and technological center in Europe, hosting more than 54,000 students in its universities and higher education institutions. The city is located at the foot of the French Alps and hosted the 1968 Winter Olympics.
Average cost of living€1,956.00
Quality of Life84/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€450.00
1-bed flat (center)€650.00
1-bed flat (outside)€550.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,200.00
3-bed flat (outside)€950.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€120.00
Internet€28.00
Mobile plan€20.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.60
Monthly pass€38.00
Taxi start€2.80
Gasoline (1 l)€1.65
Leisure
Cinema ticket€10.50
Fitness club€35.00
Education
Preschool (month)€180.00
Intl. primary (year)€0.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€3,800.00
sqm outside center€2,900.00
Advantages
- ✓ Important university and scientific center
- ✓ Close proximity to Alps and ski resorts
- ✓ Rich cultural and student life
- ✓ Excellent public transportation
- ✓ Well-preserved historic center
- ✓ Cosmopolitan and international atmosphere
Disadvantages
- × High cost of living
- × Very competitive real estate market
- × Cold and often cloudy winters
- × Air pollution due to valley location
- × Heavy traffic during rush hours