Student accommodation, flats, and rooms for rent in Malaga

In Malaga, there’s a wide variety of activities to enjoy, from nightclubs and restaurants to museums, theatres, parks, and beaches. The city is also well-connected, making it easy to travel to other parts of Spain and Europe by land, air or sea. Plus, here you’ll get to try the fresh and delicious local cuisine.

Looking for student accommodation in Malaga? There are plenty of options, but you need to pay attention to the details of each accommodation to find the one that’s perfect for you. Erasmus Play makes it easier, with the search engine tool you can see all the details and prices and compare verified accommodations from different platforms and websites.

Student apartments for rent in Malaga

If you want to rent a full apartment for yourself in this Spanish city, a studio apartment is a great option. But if you prefer sharing a flat with other students, you can find apartments with multiple rooms. Sharing an apartment is a popular choice among young people because it lets you split the cost of rent and utility bills (water, electricity, internet, etc.).

The price of rental apartments varies based on the location, the number of rooms, and other features they may have. For example, some apartments come with a terrace, balcony, and/or more than one bathroom, which generally increases the price.

A studio apartment in a central neighbourhood starts at €320 per month, typically averaging around €500. As for apartments with two or more bedrooms, they start at about €600 and can go up to €2000 for a larger apartment that can accommodate up to eight people.

Student rooms for rent in Malaga

Looking for an affordable student room in Malaga? Besides checking the room’s details (like if they have a desk, closet, and appliances included), you should also consider the features of the entire apartment, such as the number of bathrooms, if it has a balcony, shared living room, etc. With Erasmus Play you can check out images of the accommodation, as well as its location and features.

A shared room in a central neighbourhood has an average price of €350 per month, and a private room starts at €200 per month, typically averaging around €300 per month.

Student accommodation in Malaga

When looking for student housing in Malaga, it is important to consider the apartment’s location. There are many options, and it can be tough to choose an area, so here are some of the most popular neighbourhoods among students:

Apartments for rent in the historic centre of Malaga

The historic centre is a favourite among young people because it’s close to the beach and many places of interest. It also has many bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. A studio apartment here starts at €300, with an average of €700 per month, and apartments with multiple rooms start at €800.

Apartments in El Molinillo

Located near the centre of Malaga and close to universities, this neighbourhood has many student spots to hangout like bars, parks, and shopping areas. Studio apartments here start at €500 per month.

Rooms for rent in La Trinidad

Located across the Guadalmedina river from El Molinillo, this neighbourhood offers private rooms in shared apartments starting at €250 per month, with an average of €270.

Erasmus accommodation near the University of Malaga

Some of its buildings, such as the Rectorate and the Faculty of Health Sciences, are in the city centre. The historic centre, Soho, El Molinillo, or La Goleta are good neighbourhoods to find accommodation if you study here. On the other hand, if your faculty is on the Teatinos Campus in University City, consider those neighbourhoods or some nearby ones like Hacienda Bizcochera or Los Molinos.

If you want to find housing near the University of Malaga, read this other article we wrote on the subject. Also, here's more information on the departments of the University.

University residences in Malaga

This Spanish city has several student residences offering private rooms, shared rooms, and studio flats. Residences can sometimes feature amenities such as laundry facilities, WiFi in the rooms, common areas and study rooms, gyms, dining rooms, and/or shared kitchens.

Prices range from €350 up to €900 per month.

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