Belgium
Cost of Living in Leuven
Monthly Total
$3,067
$53,673
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,151
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$64
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,151
$20,143
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$234
$4,095
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$166
$2,905
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$216
$3,780
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$720
$12,600
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$282
$4,935
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$262
$4,585
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$36
$630
Monthly Total
$3,067
$53,673
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