Cologne · Studio
Cologne studio apartments
A studio is a single open-plan room with a kitchenette and a separate bathroom. Cheapest private option for international students who don't want roommates. The neighborhoods below are where international students in Cologne most often find these.
Best neighborhoods in Cologne
Lindenthal
Lindenthal houses Universität zu Köln's main campus, the Albertus-Magnus-Platz, the medical centre, the Studierendenwerk Mensa. Premium rent but you walk to class.
$500 – $1,300/mo
Sülz
Sülz sits south of Lindenthal, calmer, leafier, popular with grad students and young families. Berrenrather Straße cafés, walkable to Uni Köln and bike-distance to TH Köln.
$500 – $1,200/mo
Ehrenfeld
Ehrenfeld is Cologne's hipster heart, former working-class neighborhood, now studios, cafés, and a heavy student presence. Venloer Straße is the main artery.
$450 – $1,200/mo
Belgisches Viertel
Belgisches Viertel sits in central Cologne, design shops, gastronomy, the Brüsseler Platz. Premium rent, slightly older than the standard student neighborhood, but the most international-feeling part of the city.
$550 – $1,400/mo
Neustadt-Süd
Neustadt-Süd sits south of the Cologne Ring, central, dense, mixed student + young professional population. TH Köln's main campus is a tram ride away.
$500 – $1,300/mo
Universities in Cologne
Frequently asked questions
What's the average rent for a studio in Cologne?
Studios in Cologne typically range from $450 to $1400 per month, depending on neighborhood.
Are studios easy to find for international students?
Yes, Studios are widely available in Cologne. We curate listed options and help with no-credit-history paperwork.