Student accommodation, flats and rooms for rent in Aarhus

This city is located in the centre of Denmark, on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula. Many students choose this city every year to go on Erasmus, so you will surely have classmates from all over Europe and even from other continents. And the fact is that the Danish education system is one of the best in Europe and they usually makes it fun to go to classes instead of skipping them.

You are probably wondering, what is student life like in Aarhus? Is it a boring little town or do you have activities for fun? First, yes, it is a small and quiet city, however, there is generally always something fun and interesting to do. The city has museums, interesting architecture, parks, beaches, the bay and street art that surprises everyone who visits the city. You will also be able to enjoy festivals with dance and music that take place throughout the year. As for nightlife, if you go from Erasmus to Aarhus you will be able to go out to bars, pubs, discos or parties that are organized in residences or the same universities.

In this post, we advise you on everything you need to know about student accommodation in Aarhus, whether you want to rent an entire apartment, a room in a shared apartment or a student residence.

Student apartments for rent in Aarhus 

One detail that you have to take into account when looking for an apartment in Aarhus is that finding one that meets the preferred characteristics for you can take a long time. The city receives many students every year, so the demand is very high. However, from Erasmus Play we make it easy for you! In the search engine, you will be able to see the accommodation offered and verified in the Danish city. You will be able to compare the different characteristics that they present and book online with total security.

We also recommend that you start the search as soon as possible, that way you will have more options of flats, whether you want a complete one for yourself or one with more rooms to share with other students.

Student room for rent in Aarhus 

One of the most preferred accommodation options for international young people who move to Aarhus is to rent a room in an apartment shared with other young people. This is because rent usually represents the largest monthly expense for students and sharing a flat makes the price cheaper.

In general, the price of a room goes from € 450 per month onwards and can go up to € 750. The variation in cost is given by the characteristics of the room, such as its location and what it offers (wardrobe, desk, shared or private bathroom, etc).

Student accommodation in Aarhus 

This Danish city has different neighbourhoods that are convenient for young people who move here to study. Here are some of them:

Apartments for rent in Midtbyen 

This area is the centre of the city and includes neighbourhoods such as Latinerkvarteret (Latin Quarter) and Indre by. If you choose this area to live in, you will be close to most of the cultural sites of interest in the city, the bay and the universities. However, the rental price is usually higher than in the rest of Aarhus.

Apartments in Trøjborg 

Trøjborg is located to the north of the city centre and the east of Aarhus University. Its atmosphere is quiet, but it has several restaurants, cafes and shops to spend your leisure time. Also, here you will be able to relax in Nordre Kirkegård, which is a cemetery but has thousands of trees and flowers that make it look like a park.

Rooms for Rent in Øgadekvarteret 

This neighbourhood encompasses the area between the city centre, Midtbyen, and the Aarhus University campus. For that reason, it is a good area to stay in as an international student, in this Danish city you also have a lot of parks at your disposal and there is a port too.

Erasmus accommodation near Aarhus University 

The main campus of Aarhus University is located north of the Danish city centre, just under 30 minutes on foot. One of the advantages of this institution is that all its faculties are located close to each other, which creates a very lively student atmosphere. In addition, within the campus, there is a park with a lake that young people take advantage of to enjoy their free time outside.

If you want to find accommodation near Aarhus University, you can choose neighbourhoods like those mentioned above, as well as Nørre Stenbro or Christiansbjerg.

University residence in Aarhus 

In this Danish city, there are many student residences where you can apply for a place. When looking for a residence, you have to take into account the type of accommodation offered, which can be a studio flat or a room (individual or shared) in an apartment with other students.

Frequently Asked Questions about studying and living in Aarhus 

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