Parma, Italy

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Sep 24, 2021

Summary: Parma, Italy: Everything you need to know about living in Parma, Italy: Cost of living, Finding a home, Meeting People and more.

What do I need to know before moving to Parma?

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When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Parma, they said:

"Start early and look at everything that you can. You cannot tell what a place is like from pictures or even from the outside. Also, try to find a local that can help you," said another expat in Parma.

How do I find a place to live in Parma?

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We asked expats how they chose their neighborhood and found a place to live. They answered:

"We were desperate as we couldn't find anything to fit our needs so we just took the one we could find. It is not a great fit for us and we have continued to search for another apartment to no avail. Italy is a place where you have to know someone and we are just now finding those connections after 2 years," remarked another expat in Parma.

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We've partnered with Explorastay, the largest aggregator of 1-12+ month stays. Compare listings and rental rates from 20+ accommodation sites in one search, including: Booking.com, VRBO, Expedia, UniPlaces, Spotahome, HousingAnywhere, Zumper and over a dozen more accommodation companies. Search rental properties in Italy.

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What to Bring When Moving to Parma (and what to leave behind)

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When we asked expats living in Italy what they wish they had brought when moving to Italy and what they wish they had left at home, they replied:

"Things I wish I brought: 1. Toll House chocolate chips 2. Asian food supplies (Hot and Sour soup mix) 3. Mascara (horribly expensive here) Things I wish I had left behind: 1. garden furniture (no garden) 2. extra furniture that doesn't fit 3. hair dryer, curling iron - don't work here even with adapters," added another person living in Parma.