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Savamala

Belgrade, Serbia · Neighborhood Guide

Belgrade's coolest neighbourhood — repurposed warehouses, galleries, coworking, craft breweries, techno clubs, riverside bars

Data verified June 18, 2026

Savamala at a Glance

Mid-Range

Cost Level

€350–€550/month for 1-BR

Rent Range

Good — busy nightlife area; some caution late at night on quieter streets

Safety

100–300 Mbps fibre widely available

Internet

Who Lives in Savamala?

Digital nomads, artists, young Serbs, startup founders, nightclub promoters.

Digital nomadsCreativesNightlife loversYoung professionals

Living in Savamala — Practical Details

Walkability

Excellent — flat, central, walkable to everything in the old city

Grocery & Food Access

Good — Maxi and Idea supermarkets nearby; Zeleni Venac market 5 min walk

Getting Around

  • Trams and buses — free for registered residents
  • Car:Go app for rides (€3–€7)
  • Walking to Stari Grad (10 min)

Nearby Coworking

  • Startit Centre
  • BIOS Coworking
  • Impact Hub Belgrade

Insider Tips for Savamala

  • 1Savamala's riverside bars (splavovi) are legendary — but they're seasonal (May–October)
  • 2The area is gentrifying fast — lock in a lease before prices climb further
  • 3The Mikser Festival in June transforms the warehouses into an incredible cultural event
  • 4Winter air quality in Belgrade is poor — invest in an air purifier for your apartment

FAQ — Savamala, Belgrade

What is Savamala like for expats?

Savamala is a mid-range neighborhood in Belgrade. Belgrade's coolest neighbourhood — repurposed warehouses, galleries, coworking, craft breweries, techno clubs, riverside bars Best for: Digital nomads, creatives, nightlife-loving expats

How much does it cost to live in Savamala, Belgrade?

Savamala is classified as "Mid-Range" in Belgrade. Typical rent: €350–€550/month for 1-BR. Total monthly budget in Belgrade: €1,000–€1,500.

Is Savamala safe for expats?

Good — busy nightlife area; some caution late at night on quieter streets

Who lives in Savamala?

Digital nomads, artists, young Serbs, startup founders, nightclub promoters.

Other Neighborhoods in Belgrade

Stari Grad (Old Town) / Dorćol

Higher-End

Historic centre; pedestrianised Knez Mihailova street; mix of old-school kafanas and modern cafés; walkable to everything

Vračar

Higher-End

Upscale residential; Saint Sava Temple; quiet streets; good restaurants; popular with diplomats and long-term expats

Zemun

Mid-Range

Former separate town; Danube riverfront with restaurant strip (kej); distinctly Hungarian architecture; more relaxed pace

Novi Beograd (New Belgrade)

Budget-Friendly

Socialist-era tower blocks; now home to business centres, malls, Belgrade Arena; practical, affordable, excellent metro connections

Dedinje / Senjak

Luxury

Exclusive southern hill suburbs; embassies, villas, private schools, greenery

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