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Student accommodation near the Freie Universität Berlin

€700/month

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Room at Reinickendorfer Str., 13347 Berlin-Mitte, Germany

€690/month

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Room at Prinzenallee

€699/month

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Room at Tollerstraße, Wilhelmsruh

€720/month

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Room at Cunostraße

€750/month

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Room at Konstanzer Straße, Wilmersdorf

€710/month

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Room at Nazarethkirchstraße, Wedding

€650/month

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Room at Prenzlauer Promenade, Pankow

€670/month

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Room at Lüneburger Str.

€1,008/month

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Room at Paul-Robeson Straße 1A

€710/month

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Room at Nazarethkirchstraße, Wedding

€699/month

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Room at Kaiser-Friedrich-Straße, Charlottenburg

€680/month

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Room at Damerowstraße

€1,047/month

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Room at Alexanderstraße

€1,047/month

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Room at Alexanderstraße

€710/month

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Room at Nazarethkirchstraße

€670/month

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Room at Treseburger Ufer

€710/month

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Room at Nazarethkirchstraße, Wedding

€770/month

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Room at Friedrichstraße

€665/month

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Room at Kaiser-Friedrich-Straße, Charlottenburg

€700/month

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Room at Lüneburger Straße, Moabit

Flats, rooms and residences near the FU Berlin

This institution, called Freie Universität Berlin (FU Berlin) in German, is among the largest universities in Berlin and Germany. It was founded in 1948, during the Cold War era. In fact, that's where its name comes from, “Free University”. This is because it was created in West Berlin, within the so-called "Western Free World", as opposed to East Berlin.

Available accommodationTotalAverage price
Private room Berlin8165€1226
Residence Berlin50€1210
Studio Berlin1776€1546
Entire place Berlin8953€1963
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In this article, we tell you everything you need to know about the institution, so that you can find student housing near the Free University of Berlin simply and quickly.

Flats and rooms for students near the Freie Universität Berlin

Most of the faculties are located to the southwest of the German capital, but it has different locations, so you have to determine where yours is located in order to find nearby accommodation. We tell you the details that you have to take into account:

Where is the Freie Universität Berlin located?

This institution has four different campuses in which its faculties are distributed:

Campus Dahlem

This is the main campus of FU Berlin and is located in the district of Dahlem, southwest of the German capital. Here is the university library, the university botanical garden and most of its faculties, including those of:

  • Biology, Chemistry and Pharmacy
  • Education and Psychology
  • Historical and Cultural Studies
  • Law
  • Mathematics and Computer Science
  • Philosophy and Humanities
  • Physics
  • Political and Social Sciences
  • Economy and Business

Campus Düppel

This campus is located in the neighbourhood with the same name, which is part of the suburban area of ​​Berlin called Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Here is the department of Veterinary Medicine.

Geocampus Lankwitz

Located southwest of Berlin, also in the area of Steglitz-Zehlendorf, this campus has the Department of Life Sciences, made up of the institutes of:

  • Geographical Sciences
  • Geological Sciences
  • Meteorology

Campus Benjamin Franklin

This campus is located near the Dahlem Campus, in the area of Lichterfelde West. Here is part of the School of Medicine, since the FU Berlin has joined forces with the Humboldt Universität zu Berlin to create the Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin university hospital, which has four locations.

Best neighbourhoods to live in near the Freie Universität Berlin

We recommend that you consider the following neighbourhoods to live close to the campus you are going to go to:

Dahlem

In this area of ​​the German capital is the main campus of the Free University of Berlin, which houses most of the institution's faculties. It has a student atmosphere given by the FU Berlin and has numerous green spaces, museums and some affordable dining options.

Zehlendorf

This neighbourhood is ideal if you are going to the Düppel campus or the Geocampus Lankwitz. It is located to the southwest of the German capital and has numerous green spaces, shops, bars, restaurants and cultural sites. It also has a very good connection to the centre of Berlin, which you can reach in just 30 minutes by train!

Steglitz

From here you will be able to quickly reach the Dahlem campus and the Benjamin Franklin campus, and it also has a good connection to the Lankwitz Geocampus. In Steglitz you will find a wide range of restaurants (including bars, restaurants and cafés), as well as a theatre, a cinema and many shops.

Student residences near the Freie Universität Berlin

The FU Berlin has some residences for students, but none are located on campus. Of course, keep in mind that the same institution, they recommend that you make the request as soon as possible due to the great demand that there is. In the centre of Berlin, you will also have the possibility of renting a room in a private residence.

Erasmus in the Freie Universität Berlin

Take into account the following information for your mobility in the German capital:

  • Find out if in your program it is necessary to present a German Language Certificate, since in some cases they ask for a course that demonstrates at least a B1 level.
  • You can join the “Buddy Program” on your arrival at FU Berlin. In it, they will assign you a "buddy", a local student, who will help you integrate into the university and city life more easily. Take the opportunity to learn as much as you can about the German way of life!

FAQ about the Freie Universität Berlin

Are there student accommodations near the Freie Universität Berlin?
There are a wide variety of suitable flats to live in, so you have to check which campus you are going to, to find a nearby room or apartment. Keep in mind that the cost of accommodation in this area can be a little cheaper than in the centre of Berlin, starting from €350 per month.    
What are the best neighbourhoods to live near FU Berlin?
Some of the most convenient areas to live near the FU Berlin campuses are: Dahlem, Zehlendorf and Steglitz. Keep in mind that from the central area of ​​Berlin, you can get there in about 30 minutes by train.
How to get to the Freie Universität Berlin?
The different campuses of FU Berlin have very good connections by public transport, both between them and with the central area of ​​Berlin. The most comfortable options are usually the train and the bus.
Which are the best Apps for Erasmus students at the Freie Universität Berlin?
We recommend that you use the Erasmus Play App, in which you will be able to easily find the apartment near FU Berlin that is ideal for you, while at the same time, you meet other students who are going to do Erasmus there.
How is student life at the Freie Universität Berlin?
Student life at this institution is very lively! It is one of the largest universities in Berlin and Germany, thanks to which it welcomes many students, both German and international, every year. Surely you know many people from different parts of the world with whom to share your experience!