Rent and Additional Costs
What rental models are available?
- Warm rent: Includes all additional costs (water, heating, electricity, internet, TV, etc.)
- Cold rent + additional costs: Additional costs vary depending on consumption
What are the rent prices in Magdeburg?
Rental prices in Magdeburg vary depending on the location, size, and features of the accommodation. However, compared to other university towns in Germany, Magdeburg offers relatively low rent prices.
Affordable options for students start at around €250/month for small, furnished rooms (e.g., in student dorms or shared apartments).
Small, furnished apartments start at about €300/month, while larger apartments cost around €400–450/month.
Example calculation for a small 3-room apartment (59 m2)
- Cold rent: €310/month
- Additional costs (including heating): €135/month
- Total rent: €445/month
- Additional costs (not included):
- Electricity: approx. €25–30 per person/month
- Broadcasting fees: €18.36/month (as of 2024)
- Telephone/Internet: approx. €15–25/month
Total costs: approx. €503.36-518.36/month
This example refers to an entire apartment suitable for two people. The costs can be divided between roommates, reducing the monthly financial burden per person.