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Flatshare in Karlsruhe

€1,800/month

Private room

Room at Akademiestraße, 71

€2,090/month

Private room

Room at Gottesauer Straße, 37

€1,440/month

Studio

Studio at Hans-Sachs-Straße

€1,300/month

Studio

Studio at Hans-Sachs-Straße, 2

€1,765/month

Entire place

Apartment at Richard-Wagner-Straße, 2

€1,337/month

Private room

Room at Philippstraße, 25

€1,650/month

Entire place

Apartment at Bürgerstraße, 16

€949/month

Private room

Room at Lötzener Straße, 16

€1,750/month

Entire place

Apartment at Akademiestraße, 71

€1,190/month

Studio

Studio at Amalienbadstraße, 37

€1,550/month

Entire place

Apartment at Bürgerstraße, 16

€1,400/month

Private room

Room at Steinhäuserstraße, 2

€1,750/month

Entire place

Apartment at Amalienstraße

€1,690/month

Entire place

Apartment at Saarlandstraße, Knielingen

€1,100/month

Private room

Room at Neisser Straße, 14

€1,440/month

Studio

Studio at Kaiserallee

€2,090/month

Private room

Room at Degenfeldstraße, 5

€1,199/month

Private room

Room at Neisser Straße, 14

€1,300/month

Entire place

Apartment at Jägerstraße, 62

€1,750/month

Entire place

Apartment at Akademiestraße, 71

Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Karlsruhe

This small student city has a slightly cheaper cost of living than other cities such as Berlin, Frankfurt or Hamburg. These characteristics attract many international students, who choose to do their exchange at one of its institutions, such as the Karlsruhe International University or the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology.

Available accommodationTotalAverage price
Private room Karlsruhe42€1797
Residence Karlsruhe0
Studio Karlsruhe27€1588
Entire place Karlsruhe108€1809
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To make the most of the budget and travel around, young people often choose to live in a shared apartment with roommates. The cost of this type of accommodation is usually less than a full apartment, which allows you to have more money for experiences that enrich your exchange.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Karlsruhe

These are some pros and cons that you have to take into account when deciding to live in a shared flat in this German city is the best option for you:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Karlsruhe

  • There are spare rooms available in apartments located in different parts of the city, so you will surely find one that has a convenient location to the centre and your university. Remember that some of the most chosen neighbourhoods by young people are Oststadt, Weststadt, Durlach and Südweststadt.

  • You can choose between spare rooms that are part of residences or private shared flats, it is easy to find the ideal one for you.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Karlsruhe

  • Don't wait until the last minute to find your room, as there is frequently a lot of demand, and it increases as the start of classes approaches.

  • You will have to share the common spaces and respect the use by the other roommates.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Karlsruhe

Do you want the process of your exchange in Karlsruhe to be as simple as possible? We suggest you download some Apps for Erasmus+, in which you will not only see instructions for the necessary paperwork, the Learning Agreement and the validation of subjects, but also information about life in the city and some tips from other young people. One of these is that you consider buying a second-hand bicycle, so you can move more affordably and sustainably around the city.

How to meet people in Karlsruhe

The following are some of the ways you have to meet people in the German city, both before and during the exchange:

Student Associations in Karlsruhe

The ESN Karlsruhe is the best association for international students that you can join since it is responsible for promoting interaction between young people for better integration into the German culture. Thanks to this association, you will be able to meet students who go to the different universities in Karlsruhe while doing different fun activities.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Karlsruhe

Most of the groups you will find on this platform are created by ESN, one is general and the others are organized according to the academic year. In them, you can see the different activities and events you can be part of, which include theme party nights, affordable trips to places like Hamburg, visits to museums, and bowling, among others.

WhatsApp groups for Erasmus in Karlsruhe

Once you join the Facebook groups or the ESN Karlsruhe, you will surely find that they have WhatsApp or Telegram groups you can join. Take the opportunity to introduce yourself, connect with young people and propose the plans you most want to do in the city.

Tips for sharing a student flat in Karlsruhe

Keep in mind this series of recommendations when living in shared flats in the German city:

  • You have to decide if you prefer to live in a private shared flat or in a residence, which in turn can be public or private. Take a good look at the characteristics of each accommodation, as they may include access to a gym, laundry, game and study rooms, and shared kitchen, among others.

  • If any of your roommates is German, take the opportunity to learn more about the local language and culture! In addition, you can attend language courses offered by universities, which are usually free.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Karlsruhe

How much does a shared flat cost in Karlsruhe?
The average price for a spare room in a shared flat in Karlsruhe is usually around €500 per month, although it can be between €380 and €600 approximately.
How to meet people in Karlsruhe?
We suggest you join the ESN Karlsruhe, an international student association, where you will be able to meet young people from the different universities in the city. You also have several Facebook and WhatsApp groups that you can join, so you can ask your questions and meet people.
What are the advantages of sharing a flat in Karlsruhe?
One of the biggest advantages is that you will have more budget to delve deeper into the local culture and make affordable trips. In addition, you will be able to choose between rooms in private flats and residences, making it easier for you to choose the ideal one for you.
What to ask before entering a shared flat in Karlsruhe?
You have to ask about the habits of your colleagues, such as what their schedules look like, if they usually go out partying, if they smoke inside, as well as if they study or work. You should also know how they are organized regarding cleaning and the use of common spaces. In addition, you have to ask the owner if all expenses are included in the rental price.
What are the best apps to find roommates in Karlsruhe?
We put at your disposal one of the best apps/websites to find roommates and accommodation in shared flats: Erasmus Play. You will surely find your ideal accommodation easily on our platform!

 

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