Student Housing in Kaiserslautern

Universities and associations usually organize events for students every week, so the youth atmosphere is quite lively and fun.

Are you looking for student accommodation in Kaiserslautern? The two universities in this city attract hundreds of young people a year who move to live here, mainly because of the quality of their studies and because of the good university atmosphere in Kaiserslautern. As a result, finding student accommodation in Kaiserslautern is difficult if you don't know where to look. From Erasmus Play we make your search simple: you just have to access the search engine, select your preferences and compare between the different available alternatives. Here are some of the preferred student accommodation options in Kaiserslautern and the details you need to pay attention to.

Student apartments for rent in Kaiserslautern

In this German city, you will find both studio flats and apartments to share between several students. Make sure you take a good look at the characteristics of each one of them because, for example, shared flats can have only two rooms, but can accommodate four people, that is, the rooms are shared (with two single beds or bunk beds).

If you are looking for an apartment for students in Kaiserslautern, know that it is convenient to look for it well in advance since there are not a lot of accommodation available. From Erasmus Play we make your search easier, putting at your disposal our accommodation comparator, always showing you the characteristics of each accommodation, as well as the location and the monthly price.

Student room for rent in Kaiserslautern

Renting a room in a shared flat is often the preferred alternative for international students moving to Kaiserslautern for their Erasmus experience, for two main reasons. First, because it allows you to save on the cost of rent compared to that of a complete apartment since the price is divided between all who live there. You will also be able to distribute the cost of utility bills such as water, electricity, gas, internet, etc. Secondly, sharing a flat with other students is usually more fun than living alone, since you will be able to live day to day with other classmates who are in the same situation as you.

We recommend that you try to find a private room for rent in Kaiserslautern or a flat with several rooms and then find other students to share the accommodation with. 

Student accommodation in Kaiserslautern

Next, we will tell you which are some of the most chosen areas by young internationals to live during their Erasmus experience in Kaiserslautern. These are just some recommendations but there are many more interesting areas to live in Kaiserslautern.

Apartments for rent in Kotten

The Kotten neighbourhood is located north of the city centre, a few minutes walk from it. Here you will find a wide variety of bars, restaurants and shops frequented by students. Also, the Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences has its campus in Kotten, so it is convenient if you are going to study there.

Apartments in the centre of Kaiserslautern

Living in this area is a good idea if you want to be close to the entertainment venues that students often go to in their spare time. However, you will also have a good connection with the university and with other nearby cities, since in the centre is the main Kaiserslautern train station.

Rooms for Rent in Kaiserslautern-Süd

The Kaiserslautern-Süd area, which includes neighbourhoods such as Bunter Block, is just a short walk from the city centre. It is full of bars, restaurants, shops, museums and places of interest for young international people.

Erasmus accommodation near the Kaiserslautern universities

These are the two institutions that receive the most Erasmus students in the German city:

Kaiserslautern University or Kaiserslautern Technical University (TU)

This institution, called “Technische Universität Kaiserslautern” in German, has a unique campus that is located to the south of the city. It is located in the Lämmchesberg area, about a 20-minute walk from the city centre. Most of the students choose that neighbourhood to live near this university.

Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences

This university is called “Hochschule Kaiserslautern” in German. The campus is located in the Kotten area, northeast of the city centre. The Kotten, Kaiserslautern-Süd and Rotenberghof neighbourhoods are convenient to live in if you are going to have classes at this institution.

University residence in Kaiserslautern

There are several student residences that you can consider living in, in Kaiserslautern. Some of them are organized by the so-called Studentenwerk and others are private. Each of the residences can be found in different location and facilities, so you should look carefully at which one is the most convenient for you before applying for the place. As a reference, a room in a residence in the city centre usually has a price that varies between € 140 and € 210 per month.

Frequently Asked Questions about studying in Kaiserslautern