Best Prague neighbourhoods for families near international…

Moving to Prague with children? We have compared neighbourhoods by international schools, parks, transport and current rental and purchase prices, so that your search for a home starts where your family's everyday life begins.

For a family relocating from abroad, the best neighbourhood is determined above all by the location of the school. For schools in the north-west of the city, Prague 6, including Nebušice, is usually the best fit; for the southern campuses, Podolí and Prague 4; and for the French and German schools, Smíchov and Prague 5. Vinohrady offers city living with parks, while Klánovice and Průhonice suit those looking for a house with a garden.

What international families in Prague most often consider

A family arriving on a work contract, or planning to settle permanently, is usually thinking about more than the flat itself. What matters is the daily routine: how long the children will spend travelling to school, whether the school runs a bus service, whether there is a park or woodland nearby, and how quickly a parent can get to the office or the airport. International schools are not evenly spread across Prague. Many of them are located in the north-west and south of the city, whereas the centre tends to offer smaller private and bilingual schools.

The questions families ask most often can be summarised as follows:
- Which school and which curriculum (International Baccalaureate, British, American, German or French system) does the child need?
- Will the family live in a flat in the city, or in a house with a garden outside it?
- What length of tenancy is realistic, and when does buying make sense?
- How important is proximity to the airport and motorway exits?
- What budget corresponds to the required size and standard?

Prague 6 – Dejvice, Bubeneč, Střešovice: close to schools and the airport

Prague 6 is a traditional choice for international families, and for practical reasons. Nebušice, which is part of Prague 6, is home to the International School of Prague, offering the International Baccalaureate programme for children aged three to eighteen. Other British schools operate in Sedlec and at Vlastina in Liboc. Dejvice and Střešovice are also close to Václav Havel Airport and to the main road towards Karlovy Vary.

Bubeneč offers villas, embassies and direct access to Stromovka, one of Prague's largest parks. Dejvice has denser urban housing, with the metro and shops within walking distance, while Střešovice and Ořechovka offer quiet villa-lined streets. Green space is further provided by the Hvězda game reserve and Divoká Šárka. According to RealityMIX, asking rents in Prague 6 currently stand at around CZK 444 per square metre per month. For prestigious villas and renovated flats in Bubeneč, however, prices are considerably above this average.

Prague 2 and Vinohrady: city living with parks

If a family wants to live in the city and walk to cafés, theatres and markets, Vinohrady is the natural choice. Art Nouveau apartment buildings with high ceilings, Riegrovy sady, Havlíčkovy sady with Grébovka, and náměstí Míru together create a neighbourhood where life with young children is comfortable without a car. Metro and tram connections are also good.

The catch is that most of the large international schools are located outside the centre, so children usually have to commute. Vinohrady therefore suits mainly families with younger children at nursery, or those whose school has a bus stop nearby. Prague 2 is also one of the districts where prices are rising fastest: according to the Deloitte Real Index, flat prices there rose by 9 per cent in the first half of 2026. According to RealityMIX, asking rents reach approximately CZK 508 per square metre per month.

Prague 4 and 5 – Podolí, Barrandov, Smíchov: space and new developments

The south and south-west of Prague offer a combination of larger flats, new-build developments and good access to schools. BASIS International School Prague is based in Podolí, and Prague British International School also runs campuses in the south of the city. Podolí is attractive for its Vltava embankment and proximity to Vyšehrad, while Braník and Hodkovičky offer quieter living with views of the river and the Modřanská rokle ravine.

In Smíchov you will find the French lycée, Lycée Français de Prague, on Drtinova Street, and in nearby Jinonice the Deutsche Schule Prag. Smíchov has undergone a major transformation in recent years and offers new residential developments by the river as well as good metro connections. Barrandov and Hlubočepy are quieter, with more spacious flats and the nature of Prokopské údolí within easy reach. According to RealityMIX, asking rents in Prague 4 and 5 currently range between CZK 445 and 453 per square metre.

Klánovice, Nebušice, Průhonice: a house with a garden outside the city

For families who want a house with a garden without losing their connection to the city, there are three distinctly different locations. Nebušice lies right next to the International School of Prague, so children can walk or cycle to school. This is a rare advantage in Prague, and it is reflected in both demand and prices.

Klánovice, on the eastern edge of Prague, is a villa district surrounded by the Klánovice Forest. It has its own railway station with a direct connection to the centre, and a choice of Czech and bilingual schools and nurseries. The large international schools, however, are a long way away, so it is better suited to families planning on a Czech or bilingual school.

Průhonice is a separate municipality just beyond the Prague city boundary, in the Central Bohemian Region, known for its château park. It is close to the D1 motorway and to the southern campuses of the British school; check directly with the school whether, and from where, it provides transport for children. If you move outside Prague, bear in mind that local jurisdiction affects matters such as catchment schools, local authorities and public transport.

Rental and purchase prices for a family flat or house

According to RealityMIX, the average asking rent in Prague currently stands at approximately CZK 464 per square metre per month, while the Deloitte Rent Index reported an average of CZK 466 for the first quarter of 2026. For a 100-square-metre flat of average standard, this means roughly CZK 44,000 to 51,000 per month excluding service charges, depending on the district. Premium flats with a terrace, parking and a high-quality renovation, however, let for considerably more. These are asking prices; rents actually agreed may be lower.

When renting a flat, under Section 2254 of the Civil Code (občanský zákoník) the security deposit (jistota, commonly known as kauce) may not exceed three times the monthly rent. At the end of the tenancy, the tenant is entitled to have it returned together with interest; the landlord may first use it to settle any outstanding debts owed by the tenant.

For purchases, the Deloitte Real Index is based on prices from actual purchase contracts. The average price of a flat in Prague reached CZK 153,100 per square metre in the first half of 2026, and CZK 216,700 in Prague 1. A 100-square-metre flat therefore costs more than CZK 15 million on average, and considerably more on the most sought-after streets of Bubeneč, Vinohrady or Malá Strana. For family houses and villas in locations such as Nebušice, Střešovice or Ořechovka, the price range is very wide, so it is essential to work from specific comparable sales.

How to plan your home search around the school

A common mistake is to look for a flat before it is clear which school the child will attend. International schools have admissions procedures, waiting lists and limited capacity in individual year groups. The recommended approach is as follows:
- First, shortlist two or three schools by curriculum and check available places and admission deadlines.
- Find out the routes and stops of each school's bus service and mark them on a map.
- Define areas within a reasonable commuting distance of both the school and the workplace, and check the journey time in the morning rush hour.
- Decide whether renting for the first year, which lets you get to know the city, is the better option, with a purchase following once you have settled in.
- Plan your viewings within one intensive week, ideally well ahead of the start of the school year.
- Have the tenancy agreement or purchase contract reviewed before signing, especially if it is not in a language you fully understand.

Frequently asked questions

Which Prague neighbourhood is most practical for a family moving from abroad? It depends mainly on the school. For the International School of Prague, Prague 6 and Nebušice work best; for BASIS and the southern campuses of the British school, Podolí and Prague 4; and for the French lycée and the German school, Smíchov and Prague 5.

How much does it cost to rent a family flat in Prague? The average asking rent currently stands at around CZK 464 per square metre per month, so a 100-square-metre flat costs roughly CZK 44,000 to 51,000 excluding service charges. Premium flats and villas are considerably more expensive.

Can a foreigner buy a flat or house in the Czech Republic? Foreigners can generally buy property, but the specific procedure, mortgage financing and tax implications vary depending on your situation. We recommend consulting a lawyer and a tax adviser before signing a contract.

DALILE LIVING can help you find and vet a flat or house to rent or buy near your chosen school, including properties that are not publicly advertised. We would be glad to go through your requirements with you even before you arrive in Prague.