Student Housing in Tampere

Tampere, located north of Helsinki, is the second most important city in Finland, after the capital. It attracts many international students every year who want to experience the Finnish way of life, enjoying both its culture and its landscapes. We also have to mention Finland's world-renowned quality of education, something students can take advantage of at institutions such as the University of Tampere and Tampere University of Applied Sciences.

Student apartments for rent in Tampere

Some of the student apartments for rent in Tampere are studio apartments. These are compact apartments that have a bedroom, living room, bathroom and kitchen in the same space. The cost of these is usually high, starting from 900 € per month. Keep in mind that studio apartments are usually part of buildings that have common areas, similar to student residences.

On the other hand, there are the apartments with several rooms, to be shared among different students. These have the advantage that the monthly cost of rent and expenses is divided among all those who live there. They also allow you to live with students from different parts of the world, being able to learn from them and their culture.

Student rooms for rent in Tampere

The most common type of room you will find in this Finnish city is single rooms. Most of them are usually fully furnished, at least with the basics you will need during your stay: bed, bedding, desk, chair and closet.

Keep in mind that this type of accommodation is generally the most economical in Tampere. The average cost of a room in a shared apartment in Tampere is usually 450-500 € per month. However, the minimum price can start from 340 €, usually for a room in a neighbourhood away from the centre.

Student accommodation in Tampere

Here are some of the most popular student neighbourhoods in this Finnish city:

Flats for rent in Keskusta (Tampere city centre)

Keskusta is the city centre, and it’s the area where you will find the most shops, restaurants, bars, cultural sites and entertainment venues in Tampere. But not only that, it also has several parks and green areas to enjoy, including walks along the banks of the Tammerkoski canal. Mind you, the cost of apartments here can be a bit higher than in more distant neighbourhoods.

Apartments in Kyttälä

This neighbourhood is part of the city centre and also has quite lively areas, with restaurants, shops and entertainment venues frequented by students. You’re sure to visit many of its bars! In addition, Kyttälä is home to the city's main train and bus station, which you’re going to use to visit the surrounding areas.

Rooms for rent in Armonkallio

This neighbourhood is located northeast of the historical centre of Tampere. It’s ideal for students who want to be midway between the city centre and the Kauppi campus. It’s a neighbourhood close to the sea and to part of the city’s harbour, as well as some parks nearby to relax yourself outdoors.

Erasmus accommodation near the University of Tampere

The institution has several campuses in the city, being one of the main ones the City Centre Campus. You can infer from its name, the City Centre is one of the most convenient to live in. It also has a campus in the Hervanta area, southeast of downtown, and the Kauppi Campus to the east and next to the University Hospital.

Student residences in Tampere

If you’re looking for student residences in Tampere, know that there are some private ones and some public or non-profit ones. The latter are Tampere Student Housing Foundation (TOAS) and Pirkan Opiskelija-asunnot (POAS). Please note that the type of accommodation in the residences can be either single rooms or studio flats, although both POAS and TOAS tend to have just studio apartments (the rent is usually a bit higher).

Frequently asked questions about studying in Tampere