Where to live in Kaunas
Lithuanian interwar-modernist capital, ECoC 2022, fintech-and-tech hub
Naujamiestis / Žaliakalnis
The district locals name first when you ask where to live.
Rough 1BR rent: $525–$850/mo. Best for: Ecoc 2022 cultural tourism, lithuanian-modernist, tech and startup professionals.
Naujamiestis
The 1920s–30s interwar-capital "New Town" district — the largest preserved interwar-modernist ensemble in Eastern Europe
Rough 1BR rent: $450–$775/mo. Best for: Ecoc 2022 cultural tourism, lithuanian-modernist, tech and startup professionals.
Žaliakalnis
The hilltop "Green Hill" district — the iconic Christ's Resurrection Church (1933, the largest basilica in the Baltics), modernist villas, family-friendly
Rough 1BR rent: $425–$700/mo. Best for: Ecoc 2022 cultural tourism, lithuanian-modernist, tech and startup professionals.
Senamiestis
The cobblestone medieval Old Town district — Kaunas Castle, Vilnius Street, the historic café-and-restaurant corridor
Rough 1BR rent: $375–$650/mo. Best for: Ecoc 2022 cultural tourism, lithuanian-modernist, tech and startup professionals.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best neighbourhoods in Kaunas for expats?
Jonzy's guide covers 4 areas in Kaunas, including Naujamiestis / Žaliakalnis, Naujamiestis, Žaliakalnis. Each is scored on vibe, rent, and who tends to land happily there.
How much is rent in Kaunas?
A 1-bedroom across Kaunas's expat-friendly neighbourhoods runs roughly $375–$850/month, depending on the area and how central it is.
Where should I live in Kaunas as a remote worker?
It depends on budget and pace of life. Jonzy breaks down 4 neighbourhoods in Kaunas by vibe (walkable, quiet, up-and-coming) and who each suits best.