Flats, rooms and residences near the URJC

The URJC is one of the most important universities in Spain and has numerous university students. Each campus has a different lifestyle as they are located in different municipalities in the area. However, thanks to the existing public transportation network, you won't have any problems getting to any of them from anywhere in the Spanish capital. In this article, we'll tell you everything you need to know about the institution so that you can easily find student accommodation near the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos.

Flats and spare rooms for students near the URJC

You have two options, depending on where your faculty is located: look for a flat in Madrid and get around by public transportation, or look for a flat around the campus. We'll give you details to take into account so that you can decide what's best for you.

Where is the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos located?

It has five different campuses:

Alcorcón Campus

Located in the municipality of Alcorcón, south of Madrid, it is in the Parque Oeste area. You will find the following faculties here:

• Health Sciences

• Education and Sports Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

• Legal and Political Science

• Fuenlabrada Engineering School

Aranjuez Campus

It is located in the centre of Aranjuez, a city about 40 minutes away by train from the centre of Madrid, to the south of it. The schools and faculties that have classes here are:

• Fuenlabrada Engineering School

• Health Sciences

• Arts and Humanities

• Economics and Business Sciences

• Law and Political Sciences

Fuenlabrada Campus

It is located in the municipality of the same name, south of the city of Madrid. The following faculties and schools of the URJC teach classes here:

• Communication Sciences

• Arts and Humanities

• Economics and Business Sciences

• Education and Sports Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

• Law and Political Sciences

• Technical School of Computer Engineering

• Fuenlabrada School of Engineering

Móstoles Campus

Also located in the municipality of the same name, the Móstoles Campus is northwest of the centre, very close to several public transportation stops, including the metro and train. This campus hosts the faculties and schools of:

• School of Experimental Sciences and Technology

• School of Computer Engineering

• Arts and Humanities

• Economics and Business Sciences

• Education and Sports Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

• Law and Political Sciences

Madrid Campus

It is located in the district of Vicálvaro, east of the Spanish capital, and is part of its historic centre. From this campus, you can reach the centre of Madrid in about 30 minutes. You will find the following faculties and schools here:

• School of Experimental Sciences and Technology

• School of Computer Engineering

• Communication Sciences

• Economics and Business Sciences

• Education and Sports Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

• Law and Political Sciences

Best neighbourhoods to live in near the URJC

We suggest you consider some of the following neighbourhoods to live near the campus you are going to:

Vicálvaro (Madrid)

This area of Madrid is ideal if you're going to the Madrid Campus of URJC, as that's where it's located. It's a quieter area than the centre of the Spanish capital, which will allow you to live peacefully and access the livelier entertainment areas in a short amount of time. You can get to the centre in about 30 minutes by public transport.

Las Retamas, Parque Oeste and the centre of Alcorcón

The first two neighbourhoods host many students every year, as they're ideal for living close to the Alcorcón Campus. Moreover, from the centre, you can reach the campus within a few minutes by foot, bike, metro or bus.

Centre of Fuenlabrada, Móstoles and Aranjuez

The centre of each of these cities forms the liveliest area for students to live in. They have good connections with their respective URJC campuses. Additionally, you'll have excellent connections with Madrid, so you can enjoy all of its nightclubs, museums, and other places of interest.

Student residences near the URJC

The cost of university residences near URJC is usually quite high. For example, a shared room near the Madrid-Vicálvaro Campus costs around €650 per month. However, you should pay attention to what's included in the price, as some residences offer a half-board or full-board, private bathrooms, and even a fridge and microwave in the same room.

Erasmus in Universidad Rey Juan Carlos

Some information to keep in mind during your mobility:

• You can access Spanish courses of varying lengths at URJC. Generally, they have an extra cost and don't count towards credits for your studies.

• Upon arrival, you can take part in the Welcome Days to learn more about the university and the city and make friends with other international students.

FAQ about Universidad Rey Juan Carlos

What campuses does the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos have?
This institution has five campuses, each located in the city or municipality from which it takes its name: Aranjuez Campus, Fuenlabrada Campus, Móstoles Campus, Madrid Campus and Alcorcón Campus.
Are there student accommodations near the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos?
You'll find apartments, rooms, and university residences near all URJC campuses. However, we recommend that you start your search well in advance and focus on the neighbourhoods suggested in this article.
How much does student housing cost near the URJC?
This depends on which of the campuses you're going to, although generally, it's estimated that a room in a shared flat usually starts from €300 in the vicinity of URJC.
How to get to the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos?
All campuses of the institution are well-connected, both with the city centre where they're located and with Madrid. You can move around by train, metro, and bus to enjoy everything the Spanish capital has to offer.
Which are the best Apps for Erasmus students at the URJC?
The Erasmus Play app is one of the best apps you can download, as it'll allow you to meet other young people from different nationalities who will be there as Erasmus students at the same time as you. Take advantage of it to make friends and, if you need it, to find roommates to share accommodation with.