Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in San Vicente del Raspeig

Most international students going to the University of Alicante campus in San Vicente del Raspeig choose this city to live in. It is true that the city is smaller and quieter than Alicante, but they save time and money on transport to get to the university this way. Here you can also reach the capital of the community in less than an hour to enjoy their free time. Of course, know that the preferred type of accommodation is shared flats since living with roommates will make the exchange more fun than if you live on your own.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in San Vicente del Raspeig

The following are some pros and cons that you have to consider when choosing this accommodation option:

Advantages of sharing a flat in San Vicente del Raspeig

• You will find shared flats in various areas of the city that are convenient for living as a student, such as the centre and Barrio Santa Isabel, which are closer to the University of Alicante campus.

• You can choose between private and shared spare rooms, the latter being generally cheaper. Furthermore, you can also choose between private shared flats or student residences.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in San Vicente del Raspeig

• If you live in a student residence, you will have to comply with more regulations regarding noise, silent hours, and having guests.

• The weather in the city in spring and summer is hot, so it is best to come to an agreement with your roommates about the use of fans and air conditioning so as not to get into arguments.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in San Vicente del Raspeig

Do you want a smooth exchange planning to this Spanish city? We suggest you download the apps for Erasmus+ that you have at your disposal. In them, you will find online communities that you can join and a large amount of relevant information for your exchange. For example, you can access experiences and advice from students from previous years, who say that the best thing you can do is take advantage of your exchange not only to explore this city, but also to join student associations in Alicante and thus widen your circle of friends.

How to meet people in San Vicente del Raspeig

Despite being a small city, there are different ways to meet other students in this Spanish city. Some of them are:

Student associations in San Vicente del Raspeig

At the University of Alicante, you can join two associations for international students: the ESN Alicante and the AEGEE Alicante. Both organise numerous activities and events during the year, in which you can meet people while having fun and delving into the local culture.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in San Vicente del Raspeig

Student associations usually create groups on Facebook. Some of them are general and others are organised according to the academic year, in which it will be easier for you to contact other students who are going to be in San Vicente del Raspeig at the same time as you.

Whatsapp groups for Erasmus in San Vicente del Raspeig

You will surely find groups of international students to join, both from the university itself and from associations. Take the opportunity to introduce yourself and easily meet other young people who have similar interests as you.

Tips for living in a shared student apartment in San Vicente del Raspeig

Keep the following recommendations related to life in shared flats in this Spanish city in mind:

• Remember that the spare room is the only space you will have completely to yourself, but if you share a room you will also have to share it, making it difficult to find alone time.

• Take advantage of the extra savings on your rent to enjoy everything the area has to offer, including the leisure offer and the beaches of Alicante. You can reach Alicante in less than an hour by public transport!

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in San Vicente del Raspeig 

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