Flatshare in Córdoba

One way that helps students to enjoy a cheaper exchange in Córdoba is to rent a room in a shared flat. It is highly common to have roommates from different nationalities in this Andalusian city, but if one of them is from Cordoba, you will surely find a friendly, fun person who will make you feel welcome.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Córdoba

In this section, we will tell you about some of the most outstanding aspects of living in shared flats in Andalusian city.

Advantages of sharing a flat in Córdoba

• The location of shared flats is usually convenient for students, being in neighbourhoods such as Ciudad Jardín, the centre of Córdoba or Fátima. Also, if you choose a neighbourhood a little further away, public transport works very well.

• You will be able to choose spare rooms that are part of private shared flats or residences. The latter usually have a higher monthly cost, but can include full board, cleaning or access to a gym.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Córdoba

• On many occasions utility bills (gas, water, Wi-Fi and Internet) are not included in the monthly rental price, so you have to add an extra amount at the end of the month to pay for it.

• The temperature in the Cordovan summer can be very high, sometimes exceeding 40ºC. The use of the air conditioning and fan can lead to discussions with your colleagues, since using it a lot will cause the cost of the bills to increase.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Córdoba

To make planning your exchange as simple as possible, you can download several Apps for Erasmus+ where you will find a lot of useful information, such as instructions for procedures and advice from other young people. For example, both local and international students advise not to leave Córdoba without having tried its gastronomy, such as flamenquines, salmorejo, Cordovan cake and oxtail.

How to meet people in Cordoba

To avoid loneliness upon your arrival in the city, it is recommendable to share a flat. This way you will be accompanied by your roommates who will surely help you explore the city better. In addition, you can meet people in Córdoba in the following ways:

Student associations in Córdoba

The ESN Córdoba is the preferred international student association for young people who go to the University of Córdoba. Thanks to this association, you will receive support in everything you need to do upon your arrival, as well as having the possibility to meet other students while doing a lot of fun activities.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Córdoba

In the Facebook groups, you will be able to connect with local and international students who will be in Córdoba at the same time as you. In addition, in the ESN Córdoba group, you can see the calendar of activities planned for the following months.

WhatsApp groups for Erasmus in Córdoba

If you join the WhatsApp groups that are available, you can join different activities that are organized in the city. For example, you can join other students on tours of the centre of Córdoba, on treks, tapas crawls and theme parties, organized both by the student associations and by the young people themselves.

Tips for living in a shared apartment in Córdoba

Remember these tips when sharing a flat in the Andalusian city:

• The centre of Córdoba is practically all pedestrianized, which gives it a certain peace of mind even though it is a neighbourhood with a very lively atmosphere.

• If you are going to be in this city at the end of May, you will be able to experience one of the most special celebrations: the Cordoba Fair. Here booths are installed in the fairgrounds that can be visited and in the streets, you will see horse-drawn carriages, sevillanas music and many people dressed in typical flamenco costumes. You can not miss this!

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Córdoba