RWTH 2-bed apartments
A 2-bed is the most popular pick for international students sharing with one roommate — you each get a private bedroom and split rent + utilities roughly in half. Below are the neighborhoods near RWTH Aachen University where international students find these.
Best neighborhoods for RWTH
Pontviertel
The Pontviertel ('Pontstraße quarter') is the historic RWTH student neighborhood — the densest stretch of bars and student cafés in Germany. Walking distance to most RWTH faculties.
$350 – $850/mo
Frankenberger Viertel
Frankenberger Viertel sits east of the city centre — Art Nouveau architecture, the Burg Frankenberg, calmer than the Pontviertel. A favourite of grad students and PhDs.
$350 – $900/mo
Hörn
Hörn sits at the western edge of Aachen, next to RWTH's newer Melaten campus (where most engineering departments moved). Affordable WGs and large student-housing complexes.
$350 – $800/mo
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a 2-bed near RWTH?
2-beds near RWTH typically range from $350 to $900 per month, depending on neighborhood and amenities.
Are 2-beds easy to find for international students at RWTH?
Yes — 2-beds are the most consistently available unit type near most US universities. We curate verified options and help with no-credit-history paperwork.