In the sprawling dystopia of Night City, finding a place to call home is more than just a luxury—it's a necessity for survival. As Cyberpunk 2077 continues to evolve six years after its initial release, the variety of living spaces available to V has become one of the game's most underappreciated features. While not marketed as a home decoration simulator, the game offers diverse apartments that serve as crucial safe havens in the dangerous metropolis.

Living Options in a Dystopian Future

Night City's housing market offers something for every mercenary, from cramped studios to luxurious penthouses. Each residence provides essential amenities like inventory stashes, weapon racks, and mirrors for appearance customization. What many players overlook is how interactive items within these spaces provide valuable gameplay buffs. Taking a shower grants the Refreshed buff, sleeping delivers the Rested buff, and brewing coffee (where available) provides the Energized buff with +25% max stamina and +30% stamina regeneration for one hour.

Free Housing Options: Survival on a Budget

Dogtown Apartment

Located in the lawless Dogtown district, this free accommodation becomes available after completing the "Lucretia My Reflection" mission in the Phantom Liberty expansion. While the price is right, the living conditions are abysmal—trash everywhere, a deafeningly loud generator, and initially no running water. Perfect for V's experiencing the authentic dystopian lifestyle! 🗑️

Kutcher's Home

This Badlands trailer becomes available when V romances River Ward and completes "Following the River" quest line. While providing all basic necessities, its remote location in Red Peaks makes it inconvenient for mercenaries who spend most of their time in Night City proper. The 2026 patch added some additional decorative elements, but it remains charmingly rustic.

Judy's Apartment

After completing Judy's emotional "Pyramid Song" quest, she leaves Night City for Oregon and gifts V her apartment in Kabuki. The space is chaotic but functional, reflecting Judy's creative personality. If V romances Judy, she'll occasionally return to visit, making this option more appealing for those seeking companionship in the cold city.

V's Starter Apartment

Surprisingly spacious for a default option, V's initial home in Megabuilding H10 offers considerable amenities. This apartment can be customized with purchasable upgrades and becomes home to Nibbles the cat if V completes that side quest. The unlimited Burrito Vending Machine is a quirky bonus that many players adore. Recent updates have added more customization options, making this a surprisingly viable long-term residence.

Kerry Eurodyne's Villa

Romancing rockstar Kerry Eurodyne grants V access to his luxurious North Oak villa. While remote, this property offers unmatched luxury and security bots for protection. The 2026 update added interactive musical instruments throughout the villa, allowing V to jam with Kerry when he visits. 🎸

Premium Housing: For the Edgerunner Who's Made It

Northside Apartment - 10,000 Eurodollars

For mercenaries on a budget, this compact Watson district apartment offers clean, if cramped, accommodations. Located in the Sunset Motel, it includes the addictive Roach Race arcade machine—a feature that's become even more elaborate in recent updates with online leaderboards and unlockable characters.

Japantown Apartment - 30,000 Eurodollars

This mid-tier option balances cost and comfort beautifully. For 30,000 eddies, V gets a cozy space with numerous interactive elements including a playable guitar and burnable incense. The 2026 update added a meditation mini-game that provides a unique "Centered" buff, improving cooldown times for quickhacks. ✨

The Glen Apartment - 80,000 Eurodollars

Located in Heywood, this spacious but sterile apartment costs 80,000 eddies. What it lacks in personality, it makes up for in amenities, including a pool table, record player, and coffee machine. Recent updates have added customizable lighting options and a smart home system that V can control via their cyberdeck.

Corpo Plaza Apartment - 110,000 Eurodollars

For V's with corporate aspirations or backgrounds, this City Center luxury apartment perfectly reflects success in Night City. At 110,000 eddies, it's a significant investment but includes a security checkpoint, stunning decor, and a coffee machine. The 2026 update added a virtual assistant that provides market updates and investment opportunities, potentially generating passive income for V.

The Unattainable Dream: V's Penthouse

The crown jewel of Night City living remains tantalizingly out of reach for most playthroughs. V's Penthouse becomes available only during "The Sun" ending, featuring a private garden and personalized memorabilia. While players don't get to fully enjoy this space due to the game's ending structure, the 2026 "New Dawn" update has introduced an extended epilogue where V can spend more time in this ultimate status symbol if certain conditions are met.

Housing Impact on Gameplay

The apartment system in Cyberpunk 2077 has evolved beyond mere aesthetics. Your choice of residence now impacts:

• Regional Reputation: Living in a district increases V's standing with local fixers

• Recovery Rates: Higher-end apartments provide better resting buffs

• Fast Travel Nodes: Strategic housing choices can optimize mission efficiency

• Faction Relationships: Certain apartments put V in proximity to specific gangs or corps

Comparison of Key Apartment Features

Apartment	Cost	Location	Special Features	Best For
Dogtown	Free	Dogtown	Raw survival aesthetic	Phantom Liberty players
V's Starter	Free	Watson	Burrito machine, cat	New players
Northside	10,000¥	Watson	Roach Race arcade	Budget gamers
Japantown	30,000¥	Westbrook	Guitar, incense, zen	Balanced gameplay
The Glen	80,000¥	Heywood	Pool table, spacious	Luxury seekers
Corpo Plaza	110,000¥	City Center	Coffee, security	Corpo lifepath
Kerry's Villa	Free	North Oak	Security bots, luxury	Kerry romancers
V's Penthouse	Free	Watson	Garden, ultimate status	"The Sun" ending

Night City's housing market reflects the same brutal inequality as the rest of the cyberpunk world—from squalid conditions in Dogtown to opulent luxury in North Oak. As the game continues to receive updates in 2026, players have discovered that their choice of residence has become increasingly meaningful to their overall experience. Whether you're a struggling mercenary or Night City's rising star, there's a place for everyone in this neon-drenched dystopia.

For those diving into Cyberpunk 2077 today, the housing system represents one of the game's most improved features since launch—a testament to CD Projekt Red's commitment to creating an immersive urban experience where even finding shelter becomes part of V's journey through the dark future. 🏙️