economy
March 24, 2026
Germany Increases Student Housing Costs
The institute analyzed data from all 89 university locations in Germany with over 5,000 students.
TL;DR
- Average monthly rent for a shared student room in Germany is now 512 euros, a 4% increase.
- The highest rents are in Bavaria (605 euros), Hamburg, and Berlin (650 euros each).
- Munich is the most expensive city, with average rents of 800 euros.
- State housing allowance of 380 euros is not enough to cover market costs.
- High demand and quick reservations make finding affordable rooms difficult.