This report provides a detailed analysis of the real-time price trends for the city of Essen.
The cost of an average rent in Essen for all rental types is €1,337 All data is current as of today, July 6, 2026.
Median price
€1,232
Rentals available today
246
Number of accommodations
557
Occupancy rate
55.83%
| Price range | Number of accommodations |
|---|---|
| €500-€600 | 2 |
| €600-€700 | 83 |
| €700-€800 | 10 |
| €800-€900 | 2 |
| €900-€1,000 | 45 |
| €1,000-€1,100 | 63 |
| €1,100-€1,200 | 43 |
| €1,200-€1,300 | 65 |
| €1,300-€1,400 | 33 |
| €1,400-€1,500 | 39 |
| €1,500-€1,600 | 41 |
| €1,600-€1,700 | 28 |
| €1,700-€1,800 | 16 |
| €1,800-€1,900 | 17 |
| €1,900-€2,000 | 22 |
| €2,000-€2,100 | 5 |
| €2,100-€2,200 | 1 |
| €2,200-€2,300 | 6 |
| €2,300-€2,400 | 6 |
| €2,400+ | 30 |
| Total | 557 |
| Month | Availability percentage |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 64.811% |
| September 2026 | 73.07% |
| October 2026 | 76.661% |
| November 2026 | 79.533% |
| December 2026 | 86.176% |
| January 2027 | 91.741% |

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This map shows the real-time price trends for Essen. Prices shown are median prices.
| Price range | Price |
|---|---|
| Lower price range | €964 |
| Price range 1 | €1,064 |
| Price range 2 | €1,164 |
| Price range 3 | €1,264 |
| Price range 4 | €1,364 |
| Price range 5 | €1,464 |
| Price range 6 | €1,564 |
| Price range 7 | €1,664 |
| Price range 8 | €1,764 |
| Price range 9 | €1,864 |
| Higher price range | €1,964 |
| Total properties | 376 |

The average price for a private room in Essen is €1,147 per month. This price is based on current market data from Erasmus Play.
The average price for a studio in Essen is €1,370 per month. Studios offer more privacy and independence for students and young professionals.
There are currently 246 accommodations available in Essen. Looking ahead, 484 will be available in 6 months and 553 in 12 months. Availability changes daily, so we recommend checking regularly.