How much does it cost to rent in Copenhagen? Rents in 2026
Updated October 2026. A typical rental apartment in Copenhagen costs DKK 15,600 a month. That is the median asking rent of the apartments listed on Bolighub on 13 October 2026, based on roughly 1,300 active public listings. Half of the apartments cost more and half cost less.
The range is wide. 80 percent of apartments are listed between DKK 9,150 and DKK 24,436 a month, and size, number of rooms and neighbourhood decide where a home lands. If you are moving to Copenhagen for work or study, these numbers will help you set a realistic budget before you start searching.
Rents in Copenhagen right now
The figures are advertised monthly rents, not signed contracts. Utilities such as heating, water and electricity are usually extra. The typical range is the 10th to 90th percentile, so unusually cheap or expensive listings carry less weight.
| Home type | Median rent | Typical range | Median size | Rent per m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All rental homes | DKK 15,600 | DKK 9,100–24,700 | 72 m² | DKK 230 |
| Apartments | DKK 15,600 | DKK 9,150–24,436 | 70 m² | DKK 229 |
For comparison, the median rent for an apartment in Denmark as a whole is DKK 8,900 for 80 m², so Copenhagen is clearly the most expensive of the large rental markets in Bolighub’s rental market report. You can browse the listings behind the figures under rental homes in Copenhagen.
Rent by number of rooms
Danish listings count rooms differently from many other countries: the living room counts as a room. A “2-room apartment” (2-værelses) therefore usually has one bedroom and one living room.
| Rooms | Median rent | Typical range | Median size | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 room | DKK 9,700 | DKK 8,705–12,300 | 33 m² | 422 |
| 2 rooms | DKK 14,850 | DKK 13,000–17,500 | 62 m² | 301 |
| 3 rooms | DKK 17,600 | DKK 15,332–24,900 | 91 m² | 328 |
| 4 rooms | DKK 20,425 | DKK 17,750–28,600 | 106 m² | 216 |
The price per square metre falls as homes get bigger: about DKK 284 per m² for a 1-room apartment and about DKK 189 per m² for a 4-room apartment. A kitchen and bathroom cost roughly the same regardless of the size of the home, so small homes are expensive per square metre. Browse all apartments for rent in Copenhagen and filter by rooms.
Rent by neighbourhood
The median rent alone can mislead, because homes vary a lot in size between neighbourhoods. Compare the price per square metre as well.
| Neighbourhood | Median rent | Median size | Rent per m² | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| København K (inner city) | DKK 23,900 | 118 m² | DKK 207 | 78 |
| Østerbro | DKK 17,700 | 77 m² | DKK 250 | 99 |
| Sydhavn | DKK 16,325 | 80 m² | DKK 215 | 182 |
| København S (Amager and Ørestad) | DKK 15,725 | 73 m² | DKK 217 | 546 |
| Vesterbro | DKK 14,000 | 50 m² | DKK 312 | 99 |
| Nørrebro | DKK 13,500 | 49 m² | DKK 256 | 40 |
| Valby | DKK 12,600 | 48 m² | DKK 257 | 100 |
| Brønshøj | DKK 11,650 | 52 m² | DKK 230 | 31 |
| København NV | DKK 11,600 | 41 m² | DKK 276 | 56 |
| Frederiksberg | DKK 9,300 | 36 m² | DKK 289 | 79 |
- Frederiksberg looks cheap but is not. Its median is low because many of the homes listed right now are small studios. Per square metre it is among the most expensive areas.
- Vesterbro has the highest price per square metre of the neighbourhoods in the table.
- Amager, Ørestad and Sydhavn have many newer apartments and a large share of the supply. Ørestad, part of København S, has a median rent of DKK 15,548 for 74 m², or DKK 204 per m², one of the lowest in the city.
Figures for neighbourhoods with few listings can change quickly. For a closer look at what each area is like, read our guide to Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
What drives the rent?
Age of the building. Danish rent rules depend on when the building was taken into use. In buildings first used after 31 December 1991, rent can as a rule be agreed freely (Danish Rent Act, section 54). Many newer homes in areas such as Ørestad and Nordhavn fall under this rule. Older buildings follow stricter rules, so two similar apartments can have very different rents. If you think your rent is too high, the local rent tribunal (huslejenævn) can rule on many disputes.
Condition and features. A balcony, lift, new kitchen, washing machine and parking push the rent up. So does furniture.
Furnished and fixed-term leases. With a furnished home you also pay for the furniture, and a fixed-term lease gives you less security. Compare with unfurnished homes on open-ended leases before you sign.
What the rent includes. Some listings include on-account payments (aconto) for heating and water, others do not. Always compare the total monthly cost.
Rents fell since July, but not per square metre
In Bolighub’s archived report from July 2026, the median apartment rent in Copenhagen was DKK 16,800. Now it is DKK 15,600. That sounds like a drop, but the median size also fell from 81 to 70 m², and the price per square metre rose slightly from DKK 225 to DKK 229. More small apartments are on the market right now; the same square metre has not become cheaper.
Budget for the move-in cost
Expect to pay much more than the first month’s rent before you get the keys. Under Danish law a landlord can ask for a deposit (depositum) of up to 3 months’ rent and up to 3 months of prepaid rent (forudbetalt leje) (Danish Rent Act, section 59).
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| First month’s rent | DKK 15,600 |
| Deposit, up to 3 months | DKK 46,800 |
| Prepaid rent, up to 3 months | DKK 46,800 |
| Total, at most | DKK 109,200 |
The deposit is security for the condition of the home when you move out. The prepaid rent is used to pay your rent at the end of the lease. Many landlords ask for less, but plan for the maximum.
How to find a home at the right price
- Compare price per m², not just the monthly rent.
- Look beyond the inner neighbourhoods. Valby, Brønshøj and København NV have lower median rents than the central districts.
- Create a search agent. Good homes are let quickly. With a search agent you get notified when new homes match your criteria.
- Consider sharing or a room. A room for rent in Copenhagen can be a good first step while you learn the city.
- Watch out for scams. Never pay a deposit before you have seen the home and signed a lease. Read our advice on searching for a rental safely and how to understand a Danish lease.
FAQ
What is a normal rent in Copenhagen?
The median for an apartment is DKK 15,600 a month as of 13 October 2026. 80 percent of listed apartments cost between DKK 9,150 and DKK 24,436. Utilities usually come on top.
How much is a 2-room apartment in Copenhagen?
A 2-room apartment, usually one bedroom plus a living room, typically costs DKK 14,850 a month for 62 m². Most cost between DKK 13,000 and DKK 17,500.
Which neighbourhood is cheapest?
Among neighbourhoods with many listings, Valby, Brønshøj and København NV have the lowest median rent. Per square metre, Ørestad, København K and Sydhavn are among the cheapest because the homes are larger.
Are utilities included in these numbers?
As a rule, no. The figures are advertised rent. Some listings include on-account payments for heating and water, but you often pay them on top.
How much money do I need to move in?
Up to seven months’ rent if the landlord asks for the maximum deposit and prepaid rent. For a median apartment that is up to DKK 109,200.
About the data
The figures come from Bolighub’s active public rental listings in Copenhagen on 13 October 2026. The median rent is the middle rent when listings are sorted by price, and the typical range is the 10th to 90th percentile. Neighbourhoods follow postcodes: Østerbro is København Ø, Vesterbro is København V, Nørrebro is København N and Sydhavn is København SV. The figures describe advertised homes, not all rental housing or signed contracts.
Sources and further reading
- Bolighub: Danish rental market report, 13 October 2026 with data as CSV
- Bolighub: Archived report, July 2026
- Retsinformation: Danish Rent Act (Act no. 341 of 22 March 2022), sections 54 and 59 (in Danish)
- Life in Denmark: Renting a home