How much does a shared flat cost in Setúbal?

In general, the price of a spare room in a shared apartment is between €230 and €950 per month, although the average cost is around €350 per month for this type of accommodation.

What are the advantages of sharing a flat in Setúbal?

By saving on the rental cost, you will not only be able to enjoy more of the cultural and leisure offer of the city, but you will also have more possibilities of travelling to other nearby cities, such as Lisbon or Sintra.

What should I know when entering a shared flat in Setúbal?

You have to know that your flatmates are likely to be of different nationalities, so you will need an open mind to accept their ways of doing things. Of course, it is convenient to have established norms on the typical aspects of coexistence.

How to choose ideal roommates in Setúbal?

Ideally, everyone living in the apartment should have similar or at least compatible lifestyles. This is in relation to habits during the day and schedules, for example. If there is someone who wants to have parties every day and another does not, it would be convenient to reach an agreement.

What are the best apps to find roommates in Setúbal?

There are several apps/websites where you can search for roommates and shared accommodation with other students, such as the Erasmus Play search engine, where you will see verified accommodation from different online platforms and websites.

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Flatshare in Setúbal

€445/month

Private room

Room at Avenida Manuel Maria Portela

€1,450/month

Private room

Room at Rua Quinta dos Bonecos

€525/month

Private room

Room at Avenida Manuel Maria Portela

€550/month

Private room

Room at Avenida 22 de Dezembro

€550/month

Private room

Room at Avenida 22 de Dezembro

€830/month

Entire place

Apartment at Rua José Adelino dos Santos

Room for rent in a shared flat in Setubal

€495/month

Private room

Room at Avenida Manuel Maria Portela

€1,800/month

Entire place

Apartment at Rua Augusto Gil, Baixa da Banheira

€525/month

Private room

Room at Avenida Manuel Maria Portela

€725/month

Private room

Room at Rua Quinta dos Bonecos

Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Setúbal

The Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal has very good teaching quality, which is why it is highly recognized and attracts many students who want to enjoy their studies there. In addition, Setúbal has nearby beaches and natural parks, which adds to its attractiveness for international students who want to live their exchange in this Portuguese city. If you choose to live in a shared apartment, you will have the experience of living in a multicultural space, with roommates who come from different parts of the world.

Available accommodation	Total	Average price
Private room Setúbal	40	€595
Residence Setúbal	0	€
Studio Setúbal	1	€700
Entire place Setúbal	39	€1602

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Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Setúbal

These are some of the most outstanding pros and cons of living in shared flats in the city in the south of Portugal:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Setúbal

You will surely find accommodation in a convenient location, both close to the centre and the most popular entertainment venues, as well as the train station that leads to the university.
Some spare rooms are located in private shared flats and others in houses that have access to a garden, outdoor pool and other facilities.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Setúbal

There are still no student residences available in this Portuguese city, so you will not be able to apply for a place in this type of accommodation.
It is usually very difficult to find accommodation that has good characteristics with an affordable price, so it is convenient to start your search well in advance.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Setúbal

We recommend that you use Erasmus+ apps to make your experience in the city the best possible. In these apps, like the one created by the European Commission. You will find a wide variety of tips and information on procedures to do and on life in the city, alongside other services and discounts. One of the tips is that you try to learn Portuguese during your time in Setúbal, so you can communicate better with the locals and improve in a new language.

How to meet people in Setúbal

We advise you on some ways to meet other young people in this Portuguese city, in addition to taking the opportunity to generate close relationships with your roommates:

Student associations in Setúbal

The Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal have an office called “Centro para a Internacionalização e Mobilidade”, where you can get your questions answered and integrate more easily into the university environment.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Setúbal

Most of these groups are organized according to the academic year so, in them, it is easy to meet people who are going to be in the Portuguese city at the same time as you. Take the opportunity to connect with them before you arrive in Setúbal, so that you can organize plans once they are in the city, as well as answer any questions they may have about the exchange process.

Whatsapp groups for Erasmus in Setúbal

Whatsapp groups are used to meet other international students going to the city at the same time as you. Likewise, when they are there, they can organize different plans and activities among yourselves.

Tips for living in a shared student apartment in Setúbal

Keep these tips in mind when looking for a shared flat in the Portuguese city:

Within the city centre, you can walk everywhere, saving on transportation costs. However, keep in mind that the campus of the Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal is a bit far from the city, about 45 minutes away on foot.
Take advantage of your stay to taste Portuguese gastronomy as much as you can! Some local specialities are Bacalhau and fried cuttlefish.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Setúbal

How much does a shared flat cost in Setúbal?
In general, the price of a spare room in a shared apartment is between €230 and €950 per month, although the average cost is around €350 per month for this type of accommodation.
What are the advantages of sharing a flat in Setúbal?
By saving on the rental cost, you will not only be able to enjoy more of the cultural and leisure offer of the city, but you will also have more possibilities of travelling to other nearby cities, such as Lisbon or Sintra.
What should I know when entering a shared flat in Setúbal?
You have to know that your flatmates are likely to be of different nationalities, so you will need an open mind to accept their ways of doing things. Of course, it is convenient to have established norms on the typical aspects of coexistence.
How to choose ideal roommates in Setúbal?
Ideally, everyone living in the apartment should have similar or at least compatible lifestyles. This is in relation to habits during the day and schedules, for example. If there is someone who wants to have parties every day and another does not, it would be convenient to reach an agreement.
What are the best apps to find roommates in Setúbal?
There are several apps/websites where you can search for roommates and shared accommodation with other students, such as the Erasmus Play search engine, where you will see verified accommodation from different online platforms and websites.