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Oviedo

Oviedo

Spain

Updated on August 28, 2025

Overview

Capital of the Principality of Asturias, known for its pre-Romanesque historical heritage, the University of Oviedo, and rich gastronomy. University city with a well-preserved historic center and proximity to Asturian nature.

Average cost of living€1,595.00
Quality of Life85/100

Accommodation

Rent room (flat-share)€360.00
1-bed flat (center)€775.00
1-bed flat (outside)€525.00
3-bed flat (center)€900.00
3-bed flat (outside)€762.50

Utilities

Basic utilities€145.00
Internet€30.00
Mobile plan€15.00

Transportation

One-way ticket€1.20
Monthly pass€30.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.47

Leisure

Cinema ticket€8.00
Fitness club€32.00

Education

Preschool (month)€360.00
Intl. primary (year)€7,600.00

Buying House

sqm in city center€2,133.30
sqm outside center€1,383.27

Advantages

  • Rich historical and cultural heritage
  • Excellent Asturian gastronomy
  • Proximity to nature and mountains
  • Dynamic university atmosphere
  • Pedestrian historic center
  • Good transport connections

Disadvantages

  • × Rainy and humid climate
  • × Limited job market
  • × Fewer opportunities than major cities
  • × Long and grey winters