Dresden · Budget
Dresden apartments under $1,500/month
If you're looking under $1,500 per month, you're looking at studios in mid-tier neighborhoods, sharing 2-beds, or living slightly farther from campus. The neighborhoods below in Dresden fit this budget.
Best neighborhoods under $1,500/month in Dresden
Südvorstadt
Südvorstadt sits next to TU Dresden's main campus — walking distance to most lecture halls. The dominant TU Dresden student neighborhood. Substantially cheaper than west-German university cities.
$300 – $800/mo
Neustadt
Dresden Neustadt sits north of the Elbe — Dresden's bohemian neighborhood, dense student/nightlife scene, the Kunsthofpassage courtyards. Tram to TU Dresden in 15 minutes.
$350 – $900/mo
Striesen
Striesen sits east of the city centre — calmer, leafier, popular with PhD students and young families. Tram to TU Dresden in 15 minutes.
$350 – $900/mo
Plauen
Plauen sits southwest of central Dresden — large student-housing presence, multiple Studierendenwerk halls. One of the cheapest neighborhoods on this list.
$300 – $800/mo
Universities in Dresden
Frequently asked questions
Can I really find apartments under $1,500/month in Dresden?
Yes — 4 of our covered Dresden neighborhoods have units under $1,500/month, especially Südvorstadt, Neustadt, Striesen.
Will I need a roommate to stay under $1,500/month in Dresden?
Often yes — sharing a 2-bed is the most reliable way to stay under $1,500/month in Dresden without sacrificing safety or commute.