Student accommodation, flats and rooms for rent in Leverkusen

Leverkusen is a German city located in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia, in the west of the country. It is located on the right bank of the River Rhine, very close to other major German cities such as Cologne, Bonn and Düsseldorf.

Many students come to this city to live their Erasmus experience every year, so the student atmosphere is quite lively. However, one of the advantages of living in Leverkusen is that Cologne is very close by public transport, so most young people take advantage of all the leisure and gastronomy offer that this city has.

Surely you are wondering, how much does it cost to live in Leverkusen for students? We tell you that this depends largely on the type of accommodation you choose since the cost of rent usually represents a large part of the student's budget. In this article we give you advice on the different types of accommodation that you will be able to find in Leverkusen, after reading it it will be easier for you to find the ideal one for you.

Student apartments for rent in Leverkusen

Are you looking for a cheap student apartment in Leverkusen? The cheapest option is flats to share between several students since studio flats tend to have a higher price. In the case of shared apartments, you will be able to divide the expenses of the utility bills among those who live there, so that the monthly cost is also cheaper per person. However, if you prefer a complete apartment for yourself in which you do not have to share common areas, such as the bathroom and the kitchen, in Leverkusen you will also find a wide variety of studio apartments available, with capacity for one or two people.

Concerning the cost of the apartments, this will always depend on the characteristics of each one, the location and how many people can live there. Studio flats can vary between € 880 and € 1,500 per month, and shared apartments usually have an average price of € 2,000 per month for one with approximately three bedrooms.

Student room for rent in Leverkusen

Renting a room in a shared apartment in Leverkusen is always one of the preferred options for young internationals since in this way, in addition to saving on the cost of rent, you will be able to share the experience more closely with other students who are in the same situation as you.

Most of Leverkusen's available rooms are furnished with everything a student needs, such as bed, bedding, wardrobe, desk and chair. However, it is also advisable to pay attention to the characteristics of the apartment in which the room is located since each one has different details (heating, internet, garden, gym, etc).

The cost of rooms in shared flats in Leverkusen usually has an average of € 700 per month, although it always varies according to each accommodation.

Student accommodation in Leverkusen

Here are some of the areas most chosen by international youth to live their Erasmus experience in Leverkusen:

Apartments for rent in Wiesdorf

This neighbourhood is located in the centre of Leverkusen, on the banks of the river Rhine. Thanks to this, Wiesdorf has several green areas where you will be able to spend your leisure time. It also has a good transport connection to the different universities, a wide variety of shops and restaurants.

Apartments in Opladen

Opladen is located towards the north of the centre of Leverkusen and is home to one of the campuses of TH Köln University. Therefore, it is ideal for those students who are going to go to that institution. In this area, you will find different affordable places for young people, such as bars, restaurants and cafes, and also several green areas that you will be able to enjoy.

Rooms for rent in Manfort

This neighbourhood is another of those that make up the city centre. It has one of the Leverkusen train stations, so it has a good connection with universities and other nearby cities.

Erasmus accommodation near the universities of Leverkusen

This German city is home to several campuses of different institutions in the country. Some of the universities that receive the most students every year are:

TH Köln 

The Leverkusen campus of this university is located towards the north of the city, in the Opladen - Neustadt area. Here the classes of the Faculty of Applied Natural Sciences are taught and it is also home to the Leverkusen Library. 

University of Applied Sciences of FOM

This institution has a campus in the southern part of the city and there are the faculties of Administration and Economics. It is located in the Flittard area, halfway between Leverkusen and Cologne.

University residence in Leverkusen

In this German city there are still no residences available for students, so young people often choose to rent a room in a shared flat. However, if you want to live in a residence, you can always look for one in Cologne, since it is only approximately 30 minutes away by public transport.

Frequently asked questions about studying in Leverkusen

Other Erasmus cities

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