How much does it cost to live in Milan? (Design student budget) 🇮🇹

How much does it cost to live in Milan, Italy?
Explaining how much to expect to spend as a design student in Milan.
Let me know in the comments if there are any more prices or costs you want to see.
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You should- Patrick Patrikios
Asleep with the sun- Unicorn Heads
Health Insurance: Before you are able to register with the national health service you first have to purchase private insurance for the Permesso di Soggiorno. Depending on the company its costs anywhere from $100-200 for the year.

[@rosalexaaragon1419]

Damn that was two years ago, 2024 I pay $1,000+ a month for a ROOM and I have three other roomates!

[@designerboy420]

It’s crazy!!!!!! I think this is a good time to say, that when I first came to Milan it was still during Covid times and little before massive inflation and outside the city circle. Nowadays it’s much more expensive and the salaries do not match the cost of living 😢

[@silviobressaninijunior4386]

wow u got a very expensive room then, i can find studios for like 600 euros

[@some8ody414]

I ve watched a tone of videos and u are the only one that actually answered about the prices of the essentials so thank uu

[@designerboy420]

Thank you so much for watching!!!!!!!!! 😃 Yeah, I struggled to find prices too before coming here.

[@Sakurtaa]

I was desperately finding youtube videos of students in Milan, and this video is so reassuring and so helpful. Thank you so much! I'll be moving to Milan this September from a small ass island called Bali in Indonesia, hope to see more content cause I am NERVOUS about moving into a whole city from an island man.

[@designerboy420]

Oh wow! Thats awesome! I want to go to Bali, its on my bucket list. I just know the flight will be very long. lol It definitely will be a change, however you have already finished the hardest part and that is STARTING. You are that much closer to achieving your goals. Stay subscribed because I will have more content. :) Thank you for watching.

[@taerincovers]

hey hi, I'm Catherine from India. I'm moving to Milan in September too. I'm still looking for accommodation so can you let me know if you find any affordable places or if you're looking for a roommate. TIA

[@mariangelmolina8546]

@@taerincoversheyy, i would like to know if you found a roomate and how did you find it. Thanksss

[@lawyerwhohelpsfanswhowantt5652]

​@@taerincovers hey I'm from India too moving to milan I sep this year I would like to know if you found any accommodation please lemme know

[@juser-abuser]

I was desperately finding youtube videos of monkeys in Milan. I'm glad I found this one.

[@matthew8556]

Ayo dude thanks a lot, I'm applying for car design in spd in Milan, that video helped, keep it up my man 💪🏻

[@designerboy420]

Thank you!!!

[@torijones9992]

Aye thank you for making this video!!! ☺️☺️☺️

[@designerboy420]

Thanks for watching :)

[@daveg9817]

Thanks man very insightful video ! You speak with great clarity, keep up the good work, from Paris 🙌

[@designerboy420]

Thanks 🙏🏾 🙌🏾

[@leonieodey]

This was so detailed, thank youu!

[@designerboy420]

Thank you!!!

[@paulinegironi2543]

hi! first time for me commenting something on yt but thank you so much for your video, I'm moving to Milan in two weeks to study design, and your content is reassuring!! thanks for that :)

[@designerboy420]

Thank you for watching! Good luck on your journey!!!!!!!!!!!!! And more importantly, have fun

[@archgirltecture]

great info!! ty so much!

[@JayeVoyaging]

Thanks for the info! I liked the intro dancing

[@designerboy420]

😂😂😂 Thanks for watching🕺🏾

[@designerboy420]

I’m wishing everyone positive money vibes? Any job suggestions for international students? 💰

[@AsandaMahlangu]

I’m applying to study in Turin from South Africa, so I wanted to make sure I know what to expect when I study in Italy lol, great video🤍🤍🤍

[@designerboy420]

Thank you so much for watching 😄That’s awesome, I wish you the best with your studies 🍀🍀🍀

[@salieshamoore4259]

I was an Au pair in Turin and its so amazing!! Large Erasmus community

[@shashumgar235]

im moving to lorenteggio for uni next year, tysm!

[@designerboy420]

Awesome! Thank you for taking the time to watch. :) Stay subscribed and more fun content is coming. :)

[@JoseAngelFdz]

Thank you! This video was really helpful, is there a video on how to find good places to live?

[@designerboy420]

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[@designerboy420]

Thank you for watching!!!!!!! :)

[@Mohammadsamichowdhury-de8vh]

Bro Rome vs Milan vs other city which city is the best for international students and which is the most highest expensive city in italy and which city is high job opportunity and which city is best and helpful for English speakers. Please plz plz make a video on this topic.

[@dblessthebarber]

Broooooooo 🙌🏾

[@designerboy420]

😜😜😜

[@maliha26]

Love this! Do you suggest staying in Milan if I'm studying in the Piacenza campus?

[@designerboy420]

I would not suggest this untill you know how well the trains work between Milano and Piacenza. There are many train strikes and trains that are late which could cause issues. I would suggest finding a temp housing situation to see how it is in Piacenza and then make the move.

[@vi2448]

heyy, whats the average costs of fabrics and materials and stuff monthly for working on fashion stuff? also what unis would u recommend for undergraduate fashion design that teaches in English? thx a lot for making these videos tho its genuinely helpful to get an idea of what to expect when moving there (:

[@designerboy420]

Ciao! It honestly depends on what quality of fabrics you want to get. But definitely can be expensive! I would bring or buy muslin fabric to get started. I am not in the fashion program so I'm not sure.

[@dianamellow1408]

Was your rental furnished? How did you find it?

[@earth2ellie]

Yes with that paying rent every two seconds and the bad feeling when the money leaves your account! 😭😭

[@designerboy420]

I know right! And they say money doesn't buy happiness. 🙄😂

[@nikhilaggarwal9502]

Hi, thanks for the video, very informative! wanted to check which areas of milan can i find apparel manufacturing units or fashion buying agencies please? I will be visiting milan in April 2023

[@designerboy420]

Thank you for watching my video. I would check out Porta Venezia and Chinatown.

[@user-ds7ns7vh6y]

where would you suggest looking for apartments at, like what websites?

[@isabellestar7966]

The dancing 😂💀💀

[@fundaryaftifrahtariq3920]

Can you suggest some apps or websites to find these information like accommodation jobs and other services for students

[@lawyerwhohelpsfanswhowantt5652]

Im moving to milan in september of this year and im looking for uni for fashion marketing / business degree please lemme know or find any thank you

[@daisymargotemiliablaketrin7476]

Thanks for the video. I’ll be studying abroad in Milan in the fall from Alabama! My parents will be paying rent for me and I’ll have about 4,000 for 4 months which will be my travel, food, gifts, etc. Basically $4,000 for 4 months on everything besides rent. What do you think about this budget and do you think it’ll work? I want to travel a lot

[@designerboy420]

Ciao! With 4k I think you could travel all of Europe once youre here. lol. Because they have trains, which I prefer over planes you can travel some distance. There is less stress with trains, plus they are cheaper. But even if you want to get a plane most tickets are quite cheap compared to the US. You can stay in hostels to save more money. Are you just staying in Milan for 4 months or is that your budget and then you need to find work or something after the 4 month period?

[@daisymargotemiliablaketrin7476]

@@designerboy420 after the 4 months I go home, it’s just a semester in Milan. But also that 4k has to cover my food and miscellaneous expenses as well. But I am looking forward to it very much!

[@twisted1021]

Hey man thanks for the video, I’m moving to Milan this September for my master studies, hows the nightlife/socializing in Milan, excluding the obviously expensive designer/premium clubs 😭 Oh and how big of a language barrier did you face, I know a tad bit of Italian and I’m fluent in English 😭

[@designerboy420]

Thank you for watching! :) Italy in general is great for socializing! I find the clubs in Milan different than what I was expecting and I find that afternoon life is better in my opinion. Meaning (aperitivo and then dinner). The nightlife is there but not as good as some of the places I’ve been.

[@designerboy420]

You definitely need to know Italian, and it will be something you face everyday especially since many things are done in person or over the phone. It can be stressful but you learn to not judge yourself.

[@designerboy420]

Good luck 🍀 and hope to see you in the studio

[@twisted1021]

@@designerboy420 See ya in italy bro 😆

[@jenniferflick7283]

I’m coming in September for school… how did you find your housing?

[@danielagonzalez2382]

How did you find the place you lived in? Thank you very much for this info!!

[@designerboy420]

I found it on immobiliare. I also would recommend using Facebook

[@real6553]

May I ask , is it too bad to commute to our schools for 30-40mins by public transportation? I found an accommodation in that far, but some of my friends told me there's gonna be a problem when there's a transit strike...!

[@designerboy420]

Ciao! It just depends on where at you are at. Some places are better connect with other transport options too. There are train stikes all the time and most of the time trains are late. So you have to take that into factor. To be honest getting to class on time isn't such a big deal here....when you have design presentations or critiques then yes! But your normally on a team that can cover for you if you aren't there on time. Also take in consideration as well, are you more trying to get to the center of Milan or trying to get to Politecnico. Because your afterschool life is just as important. So maybe you far away from school but close to other things that you would like. Just things to consider. :)

[@real6553]

@@designerboy420 It‘s good to see your reply and all of suggestions, thanks a lot, I will be studying also design but specifically transportation design, I think that following you would benefit me a lot! Please make more videos about living in Milan and design student lifestyle ..etc.🤭

[@designerboy420]

@@real6553 Thank you for watching! Stay subscribed for more content. See you in the studio! :)

[@ahmedzayan1368]

If you don't mind sharing, what's the name of your university and the specific design course you're enrolled in?

[@designerboy420]

I got into the Politecnico di Milano. I am in the Integrated Product Design Program.

[@matijavranesevic5845]

When i pay for the metro card are that including all costac for metro or i need to pay 2$ for every ride plus metro card, and thank you for this video is realy nice

[@designerboy420]

You will just use the metro card for main part of Milan… so within the city ring, but when you got outside the city limits then you will have to pay a fee for your trip.

[@matijavranesevic5845]

@@designerboy420 Thank you very much!! And i heve one more question 😅 are you paying 650 for entire flat or just for the room.

[@designerboy420]

@@matijavranesevic5845 Entire flat 😎

[@davidsean775]

Hey soon, moving to Milan where are you finding these houses for 400-600€? When I look on idealista and immobiliare they are far more pricy than that

[@designerboy420]

The rent and economy has changed so much since I posted this with everything going on. I would expand your max price if it is possible or move further from the city center. However, there are some nice areas in Nolo that I would suggest for you to check out.

[@designerboy420]

Im going to do a video on finding apartments and share with everyone all the tips and tricks that I used to find my place.

[@goodphone156]

Good.

[@FlowyMC]

Hey I was wondering, what is the website that you used to find your apartment? Or now that you have been living a while there, what are the websites or place do you recommend for us people that are interested to look for a place there in milan?

[@designerboy420]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWSannqlg5aWgaM

[@designerboy420]

I actually have a video on it. lol

[@FlowyMC]

@@designerboy420 thank you!

[@monicayepez5568]

Hi! I am living to Millán, can you help me with the información for the private health insurance 🙏🏼

[@alexandranoronha4151]

Pls tell me where you found your apartment I live in milan rn in an airbnb and I got it marangoni pls tell me where I could find apartments same budget as yours

[@designerboy420]

Ciao Alexandra! I found my apartment on Immobiliare.it. The time between me posting that video and now, rent has gone up significantly. :/ I would suggest trying to use Facebook to find a place. I find that people are more likely to post affordable places on Facebook. Also I would recommend a roommate if you are trying to live closer to the center. Or further out but close to a train or metro to live by yourself. Definitely look in the south Milan area

[@tomasmargarit4610]

Hi bro! Im tomás from Argentina. Im currently studying engineer but i want to apply in politecnico di milano. Do you know what are the steps to follow in order to continue my career at Politecnico di Milano? I have a European passport so it would not be a problem to apply to that university. Greetings bro!

[@designerboy420]

Ciao Thomas!

[@designerboy420]

www.polimi.it/en/programmes/laurea-magistrale-equivalent-to-master-of-science

[@designerboy420]

Follow the link and choose your specific program. Each program will be a little different. But it will tell you what is required.

[@ashlesha1445]

Hi! Are there any hostel accommodations available at the uni?

[@designerboy420]

Hostels, Im not sure. But student housing, yes. It gets booked super fast tho.

[@jaisudhikshs7503]

Sir is Italian must for joining Polimi??? or i can learn simultaneously pursuing my masters

[@designerboy420]

Italian will be a must for living in Italy. You will be okay with English in Polimi but I highly recommend learning some Italian for your life outside of school

[@FirstnameLastname-pt5ss]

Hey, just wondering, is your flat located near your university? How long does it take for you to get get into your uni from your crib?

[@designerboy420]

I’m about a 25 min walk from the bovisa campus. It’s very convenient. But you can live on the opposite side of the city and be fine if you are next to a metro. I stress metro because the trains are always late. Trams are better but still be lagging.

[@designerboy420]

I’m about a 25 min walk from the bovisa campus. It’s very convenient. But you can live on the opposite side of the city and be fine if you are next to a metro. I stress metro because the trains are always late. Trams are better but still be lagging.

[@luispablo7504]

Hi, Great video. May i ask is there any apps can be used to find apartment? Thanks in advance ~~

[@designerboy420]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWSannqlg5aWgaM

[@luispablo7504]

Thanks ~~ and good luck with your studies

[@barbaralove0991]

What website did you use to find an apartment? Also that’s a pretty good rent from what I’ve seen so far 🥴

[@designerboy420]

Rent like this doesn't exist anymore, unfortunately. :/ I have another video to help you find an apartment on my channel. It has all the websites

[@designerboy420]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWSannqlg5aWgaM

[@barbaralove0991]

Thx!!

[@ayeshaqayyum8980]

If international student gets scholarship so, how much expenses does the fashion design student need for assignments etc?

[@designerboy420]

Ciao! That question completely depends on two variables what scholarship you get and what type of clothing you create.

[@chopisdish2]

Hey, Can you hepl me with the rental in Milan?

[@designerboy420]

Ciao! I can suggest is to use idealista or Immobiliare and facebook

[@danielagonzalez2382]

Did you open a bank account there? I was thinking it might be easier

[@designerboy420]

I just use digital banks. N26. It's too much of a headache to try to get an account here. But it is possible tho.

[@trevorphilips7025]

Lots of benefits with a European passport

[@Leo-mc3er]

I am also a student studying design. Do you have any good part-time job recommendations in Milan?

[@designerboy420]

Right now Im working at Mcdonalds. Fast food is hiring now because its August. I had anxiety about it because of the Italian. But my Italian listening comprehension is improving. Im filming a video on it. Maybe it will come out in the future. 👀🤣

[@zapanmarco9544]

Man help me find a rent at 500 cuz i want to move at the the start of the summer and I don’t find nothing decent even at 800.

[@designerboy420]

Hey dude. Unfortunately 800 is the new normal 😭 I moved when Covid was still on the rise so prices were down. But if you are okay with a roommate you can still do this! Plus you can do a nice location in the center

[@yagmurkurnaz1322]

hello, i'm thinking of applying milano statale for 23-24 . Can i speak to you privately about some questions i have?

[@designerboy420]

DM me on instagram @designerboy420

[@yagmurkurnaz1322]

@@designerboy420 Thanks

[@aptdccvii]

the parking part LMAO

[@designerboy420]

😂

[@Devil-Jin-yt]

He has such a typical fashion designer vibes, yet he decides to wear like CJ from San Andreas for the video 😂

[@designerboy420]

Ever heard of "camp"

[@Devil-Jin-yt]

@@designerboy420 you would be knowing better man. I know only about CJ. But yeah I would love to get enlightened. After all, it is helping your engagement. 😘🤌

[@innerlight4601]

Why didn't you apply for scholarship?🤪 Italy has some of the best plans for free education which cover your cost of living too

[@designerboy420]

This depends on so many factors like country of origin, family income, academic background etc. Plus there is a large amount of paperwork and continuous circles of bureaucracy. They may have this option for some but its not for all.

[@joridak]

How did you pay the money?

[@designerboy420]

My savings and investments, a loan from my parents, working at McDonald’s 😂

[@joridak]

@@designerboy420 😂😭😭😭can you pay with student loan ?

[@designerboy420]

@@joridak I saw something regarding student loans. But I never completed the process because it’s very complex.

[@designerboy420]

www.polimi.it/studenti-iscritti/tasse-borse-e-agevolazioni-economiche/prodotti-e-servizi-a-condizioni-speciali/prestito-per-merito

[@supertrooper6879]

650 euro now in 2023 is just impossible in Milan. Rents have skyrocketed out of control.

[@designerboy420]

I know!!! And at the time some of my Italian friends were telling me that I was paying way too much! 😂 The world economy needs to reset because this is unsustainable. 🙄

[@user-yo7fx2xn8m]

🙈🙈🙈

[@chrishall1339]

Too negative and bad energy 😢

[@designerboy420]

I wish you a great day! Thanks for watching :)

[@diegorodrigo2177]

Because I dont like gay but I feel like I like u😍😍😌

[@AngelRuiz...]

Bestfriend, just shut up fr