An Expat Talks about Moving to Stavanger, Norway

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Stavanger

Are your housing costs higher or lower than they were in your home country? What is the average cost of housing there?

The cost of housing in Stavanger is generally quite high. Prices for apartments and houses in the city center tend to be higher than in the suburbs. On average, a one-bedroom apartment in Stavanger can cost anywhere from 8,000 to 12,000 Norwegian kroner per month, while a three-bedroom apartment can cost up to 20,000 Norwegian kroner per month.