Where to live in Luxembourg City
Tiny Grand Duchy capital, EU institutional seat, world's second-highest GDP per capita
Ville Haute / Grund
The district locals name first when you ask where to live.
Rough 1BR rent: $1,625–$2,700/mo. Best for: Finance and asset-management, eu-institution professionals, multilingual expat families.
Ville Haute
The historic UNESCO walled centre — Place d'Armes, the Grand Ducal Palace, the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
Rough 1BR rent: $1,450–$2,425/mo. Best for: Finance and asset-management, eu-institution professionals, multilingual expat families.
Grund
The dramatic river-canyon district below the Ville Haute cliffs — historic stone houses, the Pétrusse and Alzette confluence, the most photogenic urban setting in Europe
Rough 1BR rent: $1,350–$2,225/mo. Best for: Finance and asset-management, eu-institution professionals, multilingual expat families.
Clausen
The historic brewing-district just east of the Grund — Mousel's, Rives de Clausen restaurants-and-bars, mid-priced family housing
Rough 1BR rent: $1,225–$2,050/mo. Best for: Finance and asset-management, eu-institution professionals, multilingual expat families.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best neighbourhoods in Luxembourg City for expats?
Jonzy's guide covers 4 areas in Luxembourg City, including Ville Haute / Grund, Ville Haute, Grund. Each is scored on vibe, rent, and who tends to land happily there.
How much is rent in Luxembourg City?
A 1-bedroom across Luxembourg City's expat-friendly neighbourhoods runs roughly $1,225–$2,700/month, depending on the area and how central it is.
Where should I live in Luxembourg City as a remote worker?
It depends on budget and pace of life. Jonzy breaks down 4 neighbourhoods in Luxembourg City by vibe (walkable, quiet, up-and-coming) and who each suits best.