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You can move to Rome by yourself, with a friend or as a couple. There are pros and cons to all of the situations. If you consider moving abroad with any kind of friend it can be a really good idea to sit down and talk through practical and everyday stuff such as economy, bills, cleaning, grocery shopping, cooking vs ordering, going out/staying in, how you deal with potentially going out without each other as well as having friends and family visiting (from near and far and extended visits). Apart from the practical arrangements, life is fun when you can share your new core memories with other people – so it is very recommendable to move abroad together. Moving with a friend can cause you to interact less with new people compared to if you move abroad by yourself. But if this is a good or a bad thing entirely depends on your personal goals and wishes as well as your personality.

Conclusion: communication is key if you and your friend decide to move abroad together

The most common ways of public transport in Rome are trains, buses and the metro. Contactless Payment is possible. 

• Metro: Rome has 3 metro lines that connect the key parts of the city to each other. It’s the fastest way to move around the city.
• Buses: Buses mostly cover parts of the city where the metro doesn’t come. It’s a cheap option.
• Tram: Trams are also an option if you want to get into certain neighborhoods or spots in the city. It’s smaller than the bus network, but still reliable and cheap.
• Scooter sharing: Using an electric scooter sharing app can help you discover the city quickly. Apps such as Dott, Bird and Lime to rent electric scooters and travel through the city easily are available. 
• Walking: you can’t travel far distances in Rome, but the historic centre is compact and best explored by just taking a walk.

Renting in Rome can be expensive, especially if you do so in the popular areas such as Centro Storico, Trastevere, Prati, and Monti. Rome is among the more expensive cities in Italy when it comes to housing, with average rent significantly higher compared to cities like Naples or Palermo. 

• 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre: approximately €1200 per month
• 1-bedroom apartment outside the city centre: approximately €750 per month 
• 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre: approximately €2500 per month
• 3-bedroom apartment outside the city centre: approximately  €1500 per month

Real estate websites:

• https://www.idealista.it/ 
• https://www.immobiliare.it/ 
• https://www.casa.it/ 
• https://www.subito.it/ 

Local Facebook groups like “ROME – Housing, Apartments, Rooms, Sublets” or “Accommodations in Rome 2025/2026” are great places for finding shared housing or more affordable rental listings.

Cheaper neighborhoods in Rome:

• Borghesiana-Finocchio: situated in the eastern suburbs of Rome. Affordable housing in a calm and green neighborhood

• Giustiniana-La Storta-Olgiata: calm neighborhood, with 30-40 minute travel from the city centre. 

• Casal Palocco-Infernetto: Located in the southern suburbs of Rome, with bus connections to the city centre. Quiet neighborhood with enough green spaces, but also shopping options available

The weather in Rome can be described as sunny. It has a Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and hot summers. Spring is mild and pleasant, with temperatures between 12-22 °C. It’s the perfect time to do outdoor activities and sports.

In summer, the temperature rises to 25-35 °C. There is almost no rain during this period. Autumn brings mild temperatures (15-25 °C), with the possibility of some rain. Winter is colder (3-12 °C), but not as cold as in other European countries. There is more frequent rain, but snow is a rare occurrence in Rome.