1Granada, Spain
Estimated monthly budget: $1,500–$1,900
Granada is one of Spain’s best-value cities. It has warm weather, tapas culture, mountain views, students, history, and the world-famous Alhambra.
Numbeo estimates the monthly cost for a single person in Granada at about €676, excluding rent. Expatistan estimates single-person monthly costs at about €1,494, and notes that Granada is one of the cheaper cities in Spain.
Granada is one of the best European cities to live in if you want to be in Spain on a lower budget. With $2,000 per month, you can enjoy local restaurants, public transport, cultural sites, and a comfortable apartment if you choose carefully.






















