Student housing in Stuttgart

You are surely wondering, how much does it cost to live in Stuttgart if you are a student? The monthly cost will depend, to a large extent, on the accommodation you choose for your Erasmus. Keep in mind that the demand for accommodation is very high, as many students move to Stuttgart every year and look for furnished flats or rooms located close to the universities.

From Erasmus Play we recommend that you look for your accommodation as soon as possible to make sure you find a good option. Do it with our verified accommodation comparison platform and, when you find an accommodation that meets all the characteristics that are important to you, make up your mind quickly and rent 100% online and in total safety.

Student rental apartments in Stuttgart

There is a wide variety of rental apartments available in the city of Stuttgart, from studios to apartments with more than one bedroom. The latter are shared among students and expenses are divided, making the rent cheaper. The apartments also differ in the features they offer, although most include basic appliances such as an oven, refrigerator, washing machine or microwave.

We recommend you to use our search engine, where you will be able to compare the different characteristics of the accommodations. In addition to the comforts of your room, you will see what the entire apartment consists of, by viewing all the images, locations, etc.

As a general line, studio flats in a neighbourhood like Möhringen, a bit far from the city centre, start 1,200 € per month. In more central neighbourhoods the average is around € 2,000.

Rooms for rent for students in Stuttgart

When looking for a room to rent, you have to take into account different characteristics, both of the room and of the apartment in which it is located. In the Erasmus Play search engine, you will see if the room has a single or double bed, a desk and/or a private bathroom. As for the apartment, you will see if it has internet, appliances, terrace or other characteristics that are important to you.

The price of rooms for rent for students in Stuttgart starts from € 300 and the average is € 400 per month. Generally, those found on the outskirts of the city are cheaper.

Student accommodation in Stuttgart

Choosing student accommodation in Stuttgart can be a complicated and somewhat daunting process, as prices are often high. From Erasmus Play we make your search easier and help you find not only the best area to live according to your university but also the best apartment or room according to your preferences.

Apartments for rent in the Cannstatt Mitte neighbourhood

This neighbourhood is a bit far from the centre but has good connections, you can get there in about 20 minutes by public transport. A studio apartment for rent in this area has a price ranging from € 650 per month onwards.

Rooms for rent in Stuttgart Mitte

This neighbourhood is the centre of the city, so it is not uncommon for prices to be higher than elsewhere. However, its advantage is that some of the most important universities are located here. A private room in a shared flat in Stuttgart Mitte has an average price of € 500 per month.

Erasmus accommodation near the Universities of Stuttgart

All Erasmus and international students want to find furnished accommodation with a good location, close to our university campus. We advise you on the closest neighbourhoods  and most convenient for students who go to one of the three main institutions in Stuttgart:

University of Stuttgart

The main campus of the University of Stuttgart is located in the city centre, in the neighbourhood called Stuttgart Mitte, so this area would be ideal for looking for accommodation.

One of the campuses of the University of Stuttgart (where most of the technical majors are taught) is located in Vaihingen, so this neighbourhood and others nearby, such as Möhringen, are good alternatives.

Here’s a link to another article so you can read more on housing options close to Stuttgart University. Evenmore, here are some details about its faculties and institutes.

University of Hohenheim

This university has three faculties. It is located in the Hohenheim district, south of the city of Stuttgart. The connection with this area is very efficient: from the centre you can get there in just over 30 minutes by metro and from the districts of Vaihingen and Möhringen it is about 20 minutes by public transport.

In this other article you can find out more about convenient housing close to Hohenheim University.

Stuttgart Technical University (HfT) 

It is located in the city centre, next to the University of Stuttgart that we mentioned earlier. Areas like Stuttgart-Süd or Stuttgart-Ost are also good options to find an apartment or room for students.

Student residence in Stuttgart

Another alternative for student accommodation in Stuttgart is student residences. You will find several of them, but keep in mind that each one offers different comforts. They can include services such as laundries, common spaces to rest or work, a shared kitchen and even some meals included. In Erasmus Play you can find one that suits your needs.

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