Karlsruhe · Budget
Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe fit this budget.
Best neighborhoods under $1,500/month in Karlsruhe
Oststadt
Oststadt sits next to KIT's main campus, the classic walk-to-class neighborhood for engineering and informatics students. Gerwigstraße restaurants, Alter Schlachthof creative district nearby.
$400 – $950/mo
Innenstadt-West
Innenstadt-West is between the city centre and KIT, the densest spread of student bars and cafés. Tram + bike to campus in under 10 minutes.
$400 – $1,000/mo
Südstadt
Südstadt sits south of the city centre, a calmer mix of grad students, families, and creatives. Werderstraße cafés, the Südstadtfest each summer.
$400 – $950/mo
Universities in Karlsruhe
Frequently asked questions
Can I really find apartments under $1,500/month in Karlsruhe?
Yes, 3 of our covered Karlsruhe neighborhoods have units under $1,500/month, especially Oststadt, Innenstadt-West, Südstadt.
Will I need a roommate to stay under $1,500/month in Karlsruhe?
Often yes, sharing a 2-bed is the most reliable way to stay under $1,500/month in Karlsruhe without sacrificing safety or commute.