Edinburgh · Budget
Edinburgh apartments under $3,000/month
Under $3,000 puts you in 1-beds and 2-beds in nearly every US student neighborhood — including high-cost markets like Cambridge, Manhattan, and Palo Alto. The neighborhoods below in Edinburgh fit this budget.
Best neighborhoods under $3,000/month in Edinburgh
Marchmont
Marchmont is Edinburgh's classic student neighbourhood — beautiful Victorian flats, walk to George Square.
$700 – $1,700/mo
Newington
Newington — south of campus, popular with grad students. Close to Salisbury Crags.
$700 – $1,600/mo
Tollcross
Tollcross is central Edinburgh — quick walk to George Square, Lothian Road dining.
$800 – $1,900/mo
Universities in Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Can I really find apartments under $3,000/month in Edinburgh?
Yes — 3 of our covered Edinburgh neighborhoods have units under $3,000/month, especially Marchmont, Newington, Tollcross.
Will I need a roommate to stay under $3,000/month in Edinburgh?
Often yes — sharing a 2-bed is the most reliable way to stay under $3,000/month in Edinburgh without sacrificing safety or commute.