Student Housing in Athens

Without a doubt, Athens is a very attractive destination for young people, since it has a very attractive climate and from there you can go sightseeing and get to know the famous Greek islands. Besides, its university has great prestige and the accommodation here is very numerous, so we do not think you are going to have huge issues.

Of course, you have to know what types of student accommodation there are in Athens and for this we are going to help you. Once you are clear about your favourite type, we invite you to use the Erasmus Play search engine to easily compare all accommodations prices. Besides, Also, we are going to guarantee you access to verified accommodation so that you do not fall for the scams that usually occur on the Internet.

Student apartments for rent in Athens

Want to learn about the different student apartment options in Athens? Here are the most important details.

In Athens, student apartments for rent are usually studios or shared apartments with several rooms. Studios typically include a kitchenette, private bathroom, and study space; while shared apartments offer single or double rooms and common areas such as a kitchen, living room, and bathroom.

Most of them are furnished, including a bed, desk, wardrobe, and basic appliances. Moreover, many buildings offer access to common areas such as laundry, terraces or study areas. Some properties include amenities such as Wi-Fi, utilities, and cleaning. It's also common to find apartments in renovated older buildings.

Renting a furnished apartment just for yourself is super convenient since you won’t have to share common areas with anyone, and you can do whatever you want at any time.

Erasmus Play offers rental apartments for students in Athens starting at around €350 and up. Plus, we guarantee access to verified accommodations so you won’t fall victim to the scams that often happen online.

Student room for rent in Athens

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Planning your stay in Athens? Find out what types of student rooms are available and what they offer. This option is much cheaper than renting an apartment, and you can also find yourself in a more central area for a lower price.

There are two types within the rental rooms for students in Athens there are two types: single rooms or shared room. The individual rooms guarantee you that space of privacy, even if you later have to share common areas with your colleagues. Shared rooms lack even that privacy, so we only recommend it if your roommates are friends or close acquaintances.

The basic price you can pay for rooms for rent for students in Athens is around € 250, a figure that may increase depending on the qualities of the property and its location.

Student accommodation in Athens

At this point, you must know which are the most prominent areas in Athens to establish your student accommodation in the capital of Greece. There are many other neighbourhoods in addition to these that we are going to comment on, but if you want to take into account the location-price ratio, you should take a look at the following areas of Athens. (If you're looking for more information, this article tells you all about the best student neighbourhoods in Athens.)

Apartments for rent in Pagkrati

When you are looking for a flat you have to take into account the location and that communication by public transport is good. At this point, renting a flat in Pagkrati is one of the most recommended options. It is located near the centre, it has a good transport connection and housing prices are more affordable than in other areas.

Apartments in Ampelokipoi

Following the previous dynamic, we find the Ampelokipoi neighbourhood, another that is quite close to the centre and that offers student apartments in Athens at a price that most students with a more limited budget can afford. This neighbourhood has all the basic services and is well connected by public transport with the rest of the city.

Rooms for rent in Panormou

In the same vein as the previous one, we have Panormou, a neighbourhood whose distance from the city centre is not worrisome. The prices for renting rooms in Panormou are affordable for most budgets and are usually very well furnished. For example, to be able to move freely, you have nearby metro stations.

Erasmus accommodation in Plaka

Right in the historic centre we have the Plaka district of Athens and it is divided into two areas: Ano Plaka and Katao Plaka. It is an area with a lot of tourist traffic and noise, so if this bothers you, we recommend a previous option. If this does not matter to you and you can afford to pay for an Erasmus accommodation right in the centre, Plaka is a neighbourhood that will provide you with what you need and will allow you to live the experience to the fullest.

If you're looking for accommodation near the institutions of the Greek capital, you can find information on accommodation near the University of Athens in this article, and this other article offers information on housing near the Athens University of Economics and Business. Moreover, here’s some information on how to get to AUEB.

University residence in Athens

Student residences in Athens offer convenience and proximity to major universities. There's a good variety of them and the prices vary according to the residence, its location and the services that each one includes.

As a general rule, you should ask for a place at the residence hall and wait for it to be accepted. Living in a residence is very good but you will have to assess the degree of freedom you want to have during your experience in the city of Athens.

All the information you need to know about student residences in Athens is available here.

Frequently Asked Questions about Athens