Cologne · 2-bed
Cologne 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. The neighborhoods below are where international students in Cologne most often find these.
Best neighborhoods in Cologne
Lindenthal
Lindenthal houses Universität zu Köln's main campus — the Albertus-Magnus-Platz, the medical centre, the Studierendenwerk Mensa. Premium rent but you walk to class.
$500 – $1,300/mo
Sülz
Sülz sits south of Lindenthal — calmer, leafier, popular with grad students and young families. Berrenrather Straße cafés, walkable to Uni Köln and bike-distance to TH Köln.
$500 – $1,200/mo
Ehrenfeld
Ehrenfeld is Cologne's hipster heart — former working-class neighborhood, now studios, cafés, and a heavy student presence. Venloer Straße is the main artery.
$450 – $1,200/mo
Belgisches Viertel
Belgisches Viertel sits in central Cologne — design shops, gastronomy, the Brüsseler Platz. Premium rent, slightly older than the standard student neighborhood, but the most international-feeling part of the city.
$550 – $1,400/mo
Neustadt-Süd
Neustadt-Süd sits south of the Cologne Ring — central, dense, mixed student + young professional population. TH Köln's main campus is a tram ride away.
$500 – $1,300/mo
Universities in Cologne
Frequently asked questions
What's the average rent for a 2-bed in Cologne?
2-beds in Cologne typically range from $450 to $1400 per month, depending on neighborhood.
Are 2-beds easy to find for international students?
Yes — 2-beds are widely available in Cologne. We curate verified options and help with no-credit-history paperwork.