How much do apartment rentals and everyday groceries cost in Tbilisi compared with Moscow?

Budget around $500–600 per month for a spacious three-bedroom apartment with two balconies and mountain views in Tbilisi. This is described as cheaper than renting a comparable large apartment in Moscow.

For everyday grocery staples, check Carrefour: local shoppers report that most of a typical basket can be cheaper there, with cheese being a notable exception.

Do not expect to find every item in one supermarket: chilled chicken breast, buckwheat, eggs, cottage cheese and apples may require visits to several chains, including SPAR, Europroduct, Nikora and Carrefour.

For vegetables, fruit, cheese, tkemali and Kakhetian oil, use small produce shops rather than relying only on supermarket chains. Fruit and vegetables are considered better quality, although prices vary by product.