Flatshare in Albacete

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Albacete

The following are some of the most relevant pros and cons of living in shared flats in this Spanish city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Albacete

• Thanks to the savings on the rent you can spend more money on trips to explore Spain. For example, you can easily reach cities like Valencia, Madrid, Murcia and Alicante by public transport to enjoy everything they have to offer.
• You will most likely find accommodation in a good location, with good access to the university and the most popular entertainment venues. Keep in mind that some preferred neighbourhoods by young people are the centre of Albacete, Franciscanos, Hospital and University.
• You get to choose between single spare rooms and shared rooms, as well as between those that are part of private shared flats and other student residences.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Albacete

• Winter in this city is cold, with rain and sometimes even snow. For this reason, it is convenient that you look at the heating system of your apartment and reach an agreement with your flatmates about its use.
• If you choose to live in a shared room, you will not have any space in the entire apartment to yourself.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Albacete

In the Apps for Erasmus+, you can find a lot of useful information for your stay in Albacete, corresponding to the necessary paperwork, procedures and life in the city. For example, one fact that you can find is that the best streets for nightlife are Tejares and Concepción, so remember to spend a fun night!

How to meet people in Albacete

In this section, we tell you about some ways you have to meet people in the city of Castilla La Mancha, in addition to connecting with your flatmates when you arrive there.

Student associations in Albacete

One of the best associations you can join is the ESN UCLM Albacete. It is a voluntary student organization that helps exchange students integrate easily into life in the city and at the university. They do this, in part, by planning many events and activities throughout the year, in which young people take part and interact with each other.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Albacete

On this platform, you will find the general group of the ESN of the Castilla La Mancha University, called "Erasmus Student Network UCLM". Also, every year specific groups are usually created, distinguished according to the academic year and the city in which the campus is located, such as the so-called "Erasmus Albacete ESN UCLM 22/23".

Whatsapp groups for Erasmus in Albacete

We recommend that you join these groups when you find them because you will be able to be in direct contact with other Erasmus students in this Spanish city. Also, take the opportunity to propose the plans you want to make, you will surely find other young people who want to join.

Tips for sharing a student flat in Albacete

These are some things to keep in mind when living in shared flats in the city of Castilla La Mancha:

• During your stay in the city, you will surely be able to enjoy some of the celebrations that take place they do in the city every year, such as the Carnival of Albacete, the Fiestas de San Juan de Albacete or the Christmas celebrations.
• If you like to be outdoors, you have to know that this city is characterized by numerous parks and green areas. Surely you will be able to find an apartment with good access to one of these areas.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Albacete