Flatshare in Oviedo

Remember that when looking for roommates or entering an already shared apartment, you should somehow find out about the lifestyle they lead in the apartment and the habits of your roommates. If you have common interests with your roommates, it will be easy to befriend them and living together will be more pleasant.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Oviedo 

We highlight some pros and cons of living with roommates in Oviedo:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Oviedo

• The cost of services and shopping in Oviedo is usually quite high, so, if you have a tight budget, it will be convenient for you to live in a shared apartment in which the rent and bills are divided among all.

• Many of the shared flats are located in areas such as El Cristo or El Milán, these neighbourhoods are full of students where you will be able to enjoy a multicultural environment.

• In Oviedo you will find many options of renting single or shared rooms with other students, this will help you save on your monthly expenses.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Oviedo

• In this city, it rains a lot, and although you will surely get used to the weather quickly, on rainy days you will probably stay home all the time. Keep this in mind, especially if you are going to choose a shared room.

• Utility bills are usually more expensive than other cities in Asturias, so we recommend that you reach an agreement with your flatmates about the use of heating or air conditioning. Otherwise, this can cause problems between you.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Oviedo

We recommend that you use some available apps so that your experience in Oviedo is the best possible. One of them is the European Commission's Erasmus+ app, in which there are instructions on how to carry out procedures, advice and experiences from other students, and information on the exchange process and the cities.

How to meet people in Oviedo?

If you share a flat, as soon as you arrive in the city you will be able to meet your flatmates and make plans with them. Other ways to connect with students in Oviedo are:

Student associations in Oviedo 

In this Asturian city, you will be able to meet with different groups of students, both Erasmus (such as ESN Oviedo) and other student groups with many interests, such as Cybersecurity, Biotechnologists, Motorcycling, Literary Studies, etc. With all this variety of student associations, you will surely connect with students with similar interests to yours.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Oviedo

The most up-to-date group on Facebook for Erasmus is that of ESN Oviedo. In it, you will be able to find out about activities, events and trips that are organized by the association. There are also different groups regarding your Erasmus year, in which it will be easier for you to meet young people who will be in Oviedo at the same time as you.

Whatsapp groups for Erasmus in Oviedo 

On many occasions, Facebook groups or student associations create WhatsApp groups so that students can be updated on the activities and events that take place in the city.

Tips for sharing a student flat in Oviedo

We give you some tips on accommodation in this Asturian city:

• Oviedo attracts many students every year, so we advise you to look for your accommodation in advance. If your course starts after the summer, take the opportunity to search in those months when the city is emptier as the locals move to the beaches for vacations.

• If you live with roommates who like the same interests as you, you will have a healthier relationship with them and that will improve your overall experience staying in a shared apartment.

• Choosing an apartment that is located in the centre of Oviedo will allow you to be close to most of the leisure offers and to have good public transport links with the rest of the city.

Frequently asked queries about sharing a flat in Oviedo