guirijohn

There is a very useful rent comparison tool (comparador precios) on this site. It allows you to chose an area and by entering the rent you wish to pay you can see what is available, above and below this price. It will give you an idea anyway.

http://www.enalquiler.com/index.php/

Valencia does seem good value when compared to other major cities and of course it has the Mediterranean coast.

snikpoh

I disagree, the link you've given is just to one of many rental web sites. Ah, now I see it - select "comparador precios" from menu bar.

Mmmmm why aren't my flats showing up I wonder?

Worlo24

Thanks guirijohn will check it out now

Catalonian

Hi,Worlo
In response to your request for suggestions respecting attractive areas of city in which to live I nominate three for your consideration-
1.The area west of Gran Via Fernando El Catolico,between the metro stations of Turia and Angel Guimera,bounded by Calle Angel Guimera, Avenida Perez Galdos, Paseo de la Pechina and GV Fernando; comprising streets of Palleter,Erudito Orellana,Calixto 3, Gabriel Miro,San Ignacio de Loyola , Juan LLorens (last named is night club street,plus or minus.you choose)etc etc

2.The area around La Fe hospital -great feeling of space in this area and some attractive streets

3.The area around the Ciudad de la Justicia,between Avenida de la Plata and Calle Antonio Sacramento-some fine modern red-brick blocks with pleasant courtyard areas
There are attractive locations on railway lines north and south of Valencia if you are prepared to accept a short commute
I do not have current information on rents etc.

Worlo24

Wow thanks for the information. Gives us a good idea of where to start looking.

chopera

As others have mentioned, Madrid is a lot cheaper than London, but more expensive than Valencia. You have more chance of finding work in Madrid but as a city it isn't to everyone's taste (noisy, polluted, and no outstanding architectural landmarks - no visual wow-factor) others like it because it has lots going on, friendly and open people, great street-life (terrazas, bars, etc) and there's always something to do. If you are after a slower pace of life (and less extreme weather) then Valencia probably ticks more boxes (provided you can find work)

Dick Dasterdly

Having been into the centre of Valencia old town lately on a couple of occasions I was amazed at just how reasonable prices were compared with most other big city centres where getting ripped off is usually the order of the day.

Reputedly the best indoor market in the country, wonderful building, wonderful produce, yet just every day prices you'd see in an average town.
Noticed one bar in the centre had painted on the window, canya 40 cents, coffee with sandwich 90 cents,... can't be bad.

Also unlike quite a few city centres which look a bit dilapidated in places, Valencia is kept pretty much up to the mark despite the financial problems and there's obviously a lot of pride in the place.

Worlo24

Those prices sound just to my liking ha! Cheers for that

johnnyone

I agree with all of the above but would also mention the beach area that has had a lot spent on it for the America's cup and F1.Some great bars and a wonderful beach.

Worlo24

Thanks johnnyone - it's getting more appealing after every post

me me

90 cents for coffee and sandwich, it seems like desperation to me.

jackytoo

What could be in a sandwich for that price...I sure wouldn't even take a bite

Dick Dasterdly

So I presume you two food snobs would turn your noses up at free tapas bars also.

me me

What are you going on about?

I said that 90 cents for a coffee and sandwich seemed like desperation, on the part of the business, and you come back with this post and call me a snob for that?


Tapas bars are a different matter altogether, and if a man if your age can't see the difference something is amiss.

Anyway, carry on with your cheap shots, I'm off.

is there 'a finger' emotion? And if so where is it?

elfallero

No. It's true. Especially around the University areas (Tarrongers). And you can get a very decent three course meal including beer or wine for maybe 6€. These places are full. They are not desperate - there are queues to get in! The food is good too.