Student Housing in Zurich

The Swiss city has a very beautiful old town, with medieval streets and buildings. Besides, it has a beautiful Lake named after the city Zurich and other natural areas very close.

We know that this city is one of the most expensive in the world but, to attract international students, they have different benefits and discounts to make life a little more affordable. For this reason, you are surely wondering, how much does it cost to live in Zurich if you are a student? This depends, to a large extent, on the type of accommodation you are looking for, but prices are generally high. However, from Erasmus Play we make it easy for you to find an accommodation that meets the different characteristics that are important to you: you just have to enter our map, filter and compare between the different accommodation options that appear.

Student apartments for rent in Zurich

As the average rent in this Swiss city is very high, what students who move to Zurich tend to do is share a flat with other young people who are in the same situation. In this way, rental costs and utility bills (electricity, water, internet, etc.) per person are reduced, since the total can be divided among all occupants.

To have a reference price, the cost of a studio flat with a capacity for two people goes from 1500 CHF per month onwards. Also, a two-bedroom apartment starts at CHF 2,115 and a three-bedroom apartment costs CHF 4,500 per month.

Student room for rent in Zurich

A good option when looking for accommodation in Zurich is to rent a room in an apartment shared with other students. Most rooms and floors include features such as a television, washer, dryer, closet, heat, and/or dishwasher. Of course, make sure it has a kitchen and that you will be able to prepare your food, because if you have to eat out every day your budget will increase exponentially.

The price of the room depends on the location of the flat and its size. Generally, the further away from the city centre the cheaper the price. It can go from 890 CHF per month onwards. Besides, the average is 1200 CHF per month, expenses included.

Student accommodation in Zurich

Finding student accommodation in Zurich can be a difficult task. For this reason, we recommend that you take into account the information that we give below and that you reserve your apartment or room as soon as possible. That way you make sure you have a varied offer available.

Apartments for rent in the Mühlebach district

The Mühlebach district is located south of the centre of Zurich. It has many sites of interest, such as parks and its famous lake. Also, it has a good connection with the rest of the city by public transport. In this area you will find, above all, apartments with one or two rooms to share with other students who move to study in Zurich.

Apartments in the Alt-Wiedikon neighbourhood

This area is a bit far from the city, but in about 20 minutes by public transport you can reach the centre of Zurich. Thanks to the fact that it is distant, it is one of the areas where you will be able to find slightly more affordable prices. For example, an apartment for two people in this neighbourhood starts at CHF 1980 per month onwards.

Rooms for Rent in Hottingen

This neighbourhood is located southeast of the centre but has good tram connections to get there easily and in a short time. Here you will also find apartments and rooms for students cheaper than in other more central areas. A room in a shared flat is priced from CHF 900 per month onwards.

Erasmus accommodation near the University of Zurich

The campus of the University of Zurich is located in the city centre, and the Polytechnic University of Zurich (ETH) is very close. The Altstadt and Hochschulen neighbourhoods would be good options to find accommodation near these institutions. Also, Mühlebach is just a few minutes away by public transport, and if you have a bike you can also get there fast. To the north, the Oberstrass neighbourhood would also be a good alternative.

Are you searching for housing close to the Polytechnic University of Zurich (ETH)? Read this article, in which you’ll find useful information about this subject. Furthermore, here are some interesting details for international students at the institution.

University residence in Zurich

This option is widely chosen by international students who move to this city, as it is usually quite affordable. Of course, keep in mind that some buildings can be very old. Also, the rooms available in residences are limited, so they will surely put you on a waiting list to assign you a place.

The price of a room in a shared apartment in a student residence in Zurich ranges from CHF 1,660 onwards.

Frequently asked questions about Zurich