Student Housing in Jelgava

The culture and history of Jelgava are reflected in emblematic monuments, such as the Jelgava Palace, which adds a majestic touch to the urban landscape. You'll also be able to explore museums, participate in local festivals and immerse yourself in the authenticity of Latvian life. Although Jelgava is a quieter city compared to other European cities, it offers a nightlife that could be described as cosy. There are bars, cafes and clubs where students gather and spend their free time. Maybe it’s quieter, but still fun!

Student apartments for rent in Jelgava

The search for accommodation for Erasmus students in Jelgava can become a challenge, as many are looking for affordable, furnished and strategically located apartments, near the university and student entertainment areas. To make this process as simple as possible, you should follow these steps:

• Access our Erasmus Play search engine.
• Set your arrival and departure dates, as well as your monthly budget.
• Compare between the different options of rental flats, both shared and studio apartments.
• Once you find the ideal one for you, make your reservation 100% online and secure. It's that simple!

Student rooms for rent in Jelgava

In this Latvian city, you’ll find both single rooms and shared rooms. The latter usually have space for two people, but sometimes they can even accommodate three students. However, they are normally furnished for the number of people they can accommodate. That is, if there are two students sharing a room, there will be two beds, two desks, two closets, etc.

Another thing to keep in mind is that shared rooms usually have a much lower cost than single rooms. However, remember that this type of accommodation means that you may have less time to spend by yourself, so you have to decide if you prefer a room that’s all to yourself or not.

Student accommodation in Jelgava

In this section you’ll find out which are some of the most popular neighbourhoods for students who are looking for accommodation in the Latvian city.

Flats for rent in Jelgava City Centre

Choosing an apartment in the centre is one of the preferred alternatives for students, as it not only allows you to be close to many of the University buildings, but also gives you the possibility to be close to the most visited leisure venues and places of interest. Living in the centre of Jelgava means being in the centre of Latvian city life!

Apartments in Pētera iela

This neighbourhood is located west of downtown and is just a few minutes walk from the city centre. It’s a residential area that offers a lot of parks, shops, and also easy access to the university buildings. It’s a great option if you prefer to live in a quieter area than downtown, but being just minutes away from the liveliest locales.

Rooms for rent in Pārlielupe

The Pārlielupe area is located across the Lielupe River from the centre of Jelgava. Because of this, the cost of rent here is usually a bit cheaper than in that area. It’s true that it’s a quiet area, but it has several University buildings, the reason due to which several students choose Pārlielupeto to live.

Erasmus accommodation near Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies (LBTU)

This institution has a main campus that’s next to the Jelgava Palace, and other buildings that are scattered around downtown and across the Lielupe River from it. The neighbourhoods we named above are good options to live near the University, since all the buildings are relatively close.

Student residences in Jelgava

The student halls that you’ll find in this Latvian city correspond to university student halls, that is, belonging to the university. You’ll find several of them, but international students usually have places available in residence number 8. Regarding the type of accommodation you can find, the most common is shared rooms between two people. A positive thing is that each room usually has a bathroom to be used only by the two students living there.

Frequently asked questions about studying in Jelgava