Student Residences
A low-cost option for student accommodation are the residences managed by the non-profit association . With 25 residence halls that can accommodate around 4,390 occupants, Studierendenwerk is the largest provider of student accommodation in Hamburg. you will find an overview of all the universities and schools the Studierendenwerk Hamburg cooperates with.
Around 50 percent of the residents of Studierendenwerk Hamburg's halls of residence are international students. The percentage of international students studying at Hamburg universities is 10%.
There are different types of accommodation: rooms in shared flats, but also 1-bed or 2-bed apartments. The residents share a kitchen, a common room and the sanitary facilities.
You can  to join the waiting list up to three months prior to your move-in date. Due to the high demand, it is suggested that you do so as early as possible.
Flatsharing
It’s also very common among students in Germany to share a flat with several flatmates ('Mitbewohner' in German). In order to successfully move into a vacant room in a shared flat (’Wohngemeinschaft’ or 'WG'), it is likely you'll have to introduce yourself at a ’Mitbewohner-Casting'.
It's important to know that people are usually looking for someone sociable and reliable, so it’s advisable to present yourself that way. Rental prices start at around EUR 400 per month and can rise significantly due to the high demand for student accommodation in Hamburg.Â
Temporary Stays
Students or interns who will only stay in Hamburg for a few weeks or months are advised to look for sublets. Keep an eye out for listings that include the phrases 'Zwischenmiete', 'Untermiete', 'Wohnen auf Zeit' or 'Befristete Miete'​​​​​​​, all of which indicate temporary leases.