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What you can expect to pay for a studio, one-bedroom, or family apartment in Prague now

Prague rents hit new highs in Q1 2026. We break down the latest data by apartment size and look at the exact salary you need to afford them.

Expats.cz Staff

Written by Expats.cz Staff Published on 02.06.2026 16:28:00 (updated on 02.06.2026) Reading time: 4 minutes

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Shutterstock by JaySi

Rents in the Czech Republic rose again in the first quarter of 2026, though by how much depends on which data source you consult.

Two of the most closely watched indices point in different directions, and the gap between them reflects genuine complexity in a market that varies sharply by city, neighborhood, and apartment type.

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What both sources agree on is the year-on-year trajectory: rents are significantly higher than they were twelve months ago, and demand remains strong. For those trying to make sense of the market, we explain the data, followed by a realistic breakdown of what it actually costs to sign a lease in Prague today, and the salary required.

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