Accommodation
While studying in Berlin, you have a lot of accommodation options to choose from. Most students opt to rent a studio or flat, or to share a flat or house with other students or young professionals.
Finding a flat or flat-share
Finding a place to stay in Berlin is a task that typically must be done online. Most flats for rent are not sign-posted, and very few agents have physical offices, so if you don’t see any places advertised in the areas you visit, don’t be discouraged. There are many places listed online and you can easily organise viewings to find your new home.
As you search for your new place, please take caution. Never send any documents or money to any unknown people until you have either a contract and/or have evidence that you are dealing with a trustworthy company or person. Look for reviews and references from third parties to ensure the accommodation is legitimate.
Please note that landlords usually require a security deposit before you can move in, and this can amount to up to three months basic rent.
Types of accommodation for students in Berlin
Here are some of the most popular types of accommodation for students living, studying and working in Berlin.
Shared room (furnished) in a shared apartment or ‘Mehrbettzimmer’
Not always the most popular option, as you will sleep in a shared dormitory-style room with anything up to five other people. However this is certainly the least expensive option. Accommodation of this type in Berlin starts at around €350 per month.
Single room (furnished) in a shared apartment (WG) or ‘Wohngemeinschaft’
WGs are very popular among students and young professionals. Living in a WG means sharing a kitchen and a bathroom, but each person has their own bedroom. The average rent for this type of accommodation varies greatly depending on the size of the room or the location of the apartment, but prices start at around €400 per month and can go up to €600 for a large room in a good location.
Single studio apartment (furnished and with equipment) or ‘Ein-Raum-Wohnung’
This is also a very popular way to live as a student. A studio apartment refers to a single large room that features a kitchen and a bathroom. As these apartments are very popular in the housing market, they are not cheap. Prices vary depending on location and size, but start from around €600 per month.
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