Student Housing in Rotterdam
Browse 1792 verified student rooms and studios in Rotterdam. Prices from €135 to €8,750 per month. English-first search, instant alerts.
About Rotterdam for students
Rotterdam has become the default alternative for students priced out of Amsterdam. EUR's international programs draw thousands of new students each year, and the local rental market — while tightening — is still meaningfully more affordable.
Kralingen is the traditional student neighborhood, a short bike ride from the Erasmus campus. Oude Noorden and Nieuwe Westen have become popular with international students looking for cheaper rooms without sacrificing connectivity.
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Average monthly rent in Rotterdam
Roughly 20–25% cheaper than Amsterdam for equivalent space, but prices are rising fast.
Room (shared house)
€600–€850
per month
Studio
€850–€1,200
per month
1-bed apartment
€1,100–€1,500
per month
Live student rentals in Rotterdam
1792 active
What international students should know
Four things that catch almost every new arrival off-guard — and the guides that solve them.
No BSN yet?
You can rent without one. Our guide covers the workarounds landlords actually accept.
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Watch out for scams
International students are the primary target. Learn the five patterns we see most.
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Know the real prices
City-by-city averages for rooms, studios and one-beds so you don't overpay.
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Start early
Peak season runs July–September. Begin three to six months ahead.
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