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Altona, Hamburg

Altona apartments for students

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Altona sits west — Ottensen is its hipster heart, with the Elbe river-front and a strong international student population. S-Bahn directly to Uni Hamburg.

Safety: very good$500 – $1,300/mo

Highlights

  • S3 to Uni Hamburg (10 min)
  • Ottensen cafés
  • Elbe river-front
  • Fischmarkt Sunday morning

Getting to campus

  • S3 to Uni Hamburg

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Featured buildings in Altona

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THE FIZZ Hamburg Hammerbrook
THE FIZZ
THE FIZZ Hamburg Hammerbrook

Hammerbrook, Hamburg

From
€750/mo

THE FIZZ Hammerbrook — purpose-built student housing south of central Hamburg, with quick S-Bahn access to Uni Hamburg and TUHH. Furnished and bills-included.

Studio

🚶 S-Bahn to Uni Hamburg + TUHH

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THE FIZZ Hamburg Altona
THE FIZZ
THE FIZZ Hamburg Altona

Altona, Hamburg

From
€750/mo

THE FIZZ Altona — purpose-built student housing in Hamburg's Ottensen/Altona district. Hipster cafés on your doorstep, S-Bahn direct to Uni Hamburg in 10 minutes.

Studio

🚶 S3 to Uni Hamburg (10 min)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the average rent in Altona?

Rents in Altona typically range from $500 to $1300 per month, depending on bedroom count and unit type.

Is Altona safe for international students?

Altona has a very good safety rating. Most international students live in well-managed buildings with 24/7 security and short walks to campus.

Do landlords in Altona accept students with no US credit history?

Yes — most major landlords in Altona accept international students. We work with you on guarantor services like TheGuarantors or Insurent if needed.

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