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 €1,326 All data is current as of today, October 6, 2026.
Median price
€1,232
Rentals available today
205
Number of accommodations
548
Occupancy rate
62.59%
| Price range | Number of accommodations |
|---|---|
| €500-€600 | 1 |
| €600-€700 | 84 |
| €700-€800 | 8 |
| €800-€900 | 3 |
| €900-€1,000 | 60 |
| €1,000-€1,100 | 46 |
| €1,100-€1,200 | 40 |
| €1,200-€1,300 | 71 |
| €1,300-€1,400 | 41 |
| €1,400-€1,500 | 39 |
| €1,500-€1,600 | 31 |
| €1,600-€1,700 | 28 |
| €1,700-€1,800 | 18 |
| €1,800-€1,900 | 13 |
| €1,900-€2,000 | 19 |
| €2,000-€2,100 | 4 |
| €2,100-€2,200 | 1 |
| €2,200-€2,300 | 7 |
| €2,300-€2,400 | 5 |
| €2,400+ | 29 |
| Total | 548 |
| Month | Availability percentage |
|---|---|
| November 2026 | 55.839% |
| December 2026 | 70.985% |
| January 2027 | 79.927% |
| February 2027 | 83.029% |
| March 2027 | 86.496% |
| April 2027 | 87.774% |

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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 | €952 |
| Price range 1 | €1,052 |
| Price range 2 | €1,152 |
| Price range 3 | €1,252 |
| Price range 4 | €1,352 |
| Price range 5 | €1,452 |
| Price range 6 | €1,552 |
| Price range 7 | €1,652 |
| Price range 8 | €1,752 |
| Price range 9 | €1,852 |
| Higher price range | €1,952 |
| Total properties | 375 |

The average price for a private room in Essen is €1,161 per month. This price is based on current market data from RNT Rooms.
The average price for a studio in Essen is €1,390 per month. Studios offer more privacy and independence for students and young professionals.
There are currently 205 accommodations available in Essen. Looking ahead, 479 will be available in 6 months and 543 in 12 months. Availability changes daily, so we recommend checking regularly.