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Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Eindhoven
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Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Eindhoven
Private rooms Eindhoven 34 613/month
Studios Eindhoven 5 2454/month
Apartments Eindhoven 27 2333/month
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The cost of renting accommodation in this Dutch city is usually the most expensive part of living there, which is why most international students choose to live in shared flats. In these, you will be able to save both on the monthly cost of rent and utility bills.

Eindhoven may not catch your eye, but your exchange is certainly going to be an unforgettable one. If you share your apartment with roommates, your experience will surely be even more fun. You will enjoy living in a cultural environment, both with Dutch and with students from other parts of the world.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Eindhoven

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We advise you on some pros and cons of living in shared flats in the Dutch city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Eindhoven

  • If one of your flatmates is from Eindhoven, he/she might be a little distant at first, but once they get to know you you will see that they are friendly and that they like to share details of their culture.

  • Many of the apartments are located in buildings or residences that give access to facilities such as a gym, laundry and even free bicycles for you to use.

  • You will be able to choose shared apartments in the areas preferred by students, such as Centrum, Oud-Woensel, Villapark and Binnenstad.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Eindhoven

  • Some of the apartments may not be furnished with what is necessary to move in, so you will have to spend money to buy what is missing.

  • If the basic rules are not clear (especially regarding visits, smoking, noise, etc.) discussions can frequently arise.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Eindhoven

The Apps for Erasmus+ will make planning your exchange much simpler, before, during and after it. You will have access to a wealth of relevant information from universities and other organisations, as well as advice from students from previous years. One of them is that you take advantage of the fact that Eindhoven airport has several low-cost routes to other cities in the Netherlands and Europe. Explore as much as you can!

How to meet people in Eindhoven?

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The following are some of the ways you have to meet people in this city, in addition to befriending your flatmates.

Student associations in Eindhoven

At the Technical University of Eindhoven (TU/e) you will be able to form part of a large number of student communities and associations from the most diverse fields. For example, you can join associations for music, theatre, photography and a wide variety of sports, including rugby, badminton, handball, table tennis, rowing and golf.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Eindhoven

Most of the groups that you will find on Facebook for international students are divided according to the academic year, so choose the one that corresponds to the season in which you are going to go. There you will have the opportunity to meet other students even before travelling to the city, to make friends and look for young people who have similar interests to yours.

WhatsApp groups for Erasmus in Eindhoven

You will also find WhatsApp groups that you will be able to join, and we recommend that you do so. It is a simple way to be in more direct contact with other young people who are in Eindhoven, so you will be able to join plans quickly and also propose your own.

Tips for living in a shared apartment in Eindhoven

Keep these tips in mind when living in shared flats in the Dutch city:

  • The bicycle is the preferred means of transport for students because it allows you to save on transportation tickets and enjoy the city even more. See if your apartment has a good bicycle connection with the most frequented places of interest and with your university.

  • As well as enjoying King's Day at the end of April, you can't miss the Eindhoven Carnival! In mid-February, the city transforms into "Lampegat" and for five days there are parades, presentations, live music shows, activities and lots and lots of partying. You can be dressed up or not, but you will surely have a lot of fun during this holiday.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Eindhoven

How much does a shared flat cost in Eindhoven?
The cost of a spare room in Eindhoven is high. It is estimated that the average price for a room in a shared apartment is around €700-750 per month in a central area.

How to meet people in Eindhoven?
One of the most fun ways is to join one of the many associations that the Technical University of Eindhoven has, depending on your interests. You can also join Facebook and WhatsApp groups to get in touch with other international students.

What are the advantages of sharing a flat in Eindhoven?
Not only will you be able to live in Eindhoven with a tight student budget, but you will be able to choose accommodation in some of the preferred neighbourhoods by students every year. It will also allow you to live the experience in a multicultural and fun environment.

What should I take into account when entering a flatshare in Eindhoven?
You have to remember that your roommates will surely have habits and lifestyles that are different from yours, so you should be open-minded and transparent in your communication to avoid problems.

What are the best apps to find roommates in Eindhoven?
One of the best apps/websites you can use for your search is Erasmus Play, the online community where you will also be able to view the availability of shared and verified flats.