Friedrichshain is east of Mitte — Boxhagener Platz, Simon-Dach-Straße, the longest-surviving stretch of the Berlin Wall. Very dense student/twenty-something population. Rent rising fast since 2018 but still affordable vs Mitte.
Safety: good$550 – $1,300/mo
Highlights
U5 to HU (10 min)
Boxhagener Platz dining
East Side Gallery
Late-night scene
Getting to campus
U5 to HU (10 min)
Friedrichshain, Berlin on the map
Featured buildings in Friedrichshain
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Purpose-built student-housing tower in Friedrichshain, run by Europe's largest private student-housing brand. Fully furnished studios with all-bills-included billing — the simplest first lease for international students arriving in Berlin without a UK/EU credit history.
Stayery operates serviced-aparthotel buildings in Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, and Bremen — flexible 1-12 month leases with hotel-grade service. The most flexible soft-landing option for incoming master's students.
Rents in Friedrichshain typically range from $550 to $1300 per month, depending on bedroom count and unit type.
Is Friedrichshain safe for international students?
Friedrichshain has a good safety rating. Most international students live in well-managed buildings with 24/7 security and short walks to campus.
Do landlords in Friedrichshain accept students with no US credit history?
Yes — most major landlords in Friedrichshain accept international students. We work with you on guarantor services like TheGuarantors or Insurent if needed.