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Short-term student residence or apartment in Freiburg?

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Short-term (1-3 months) accommodation options in Freiburg:

University-Affiliated

Studierendenwerk Freiburg

  • 300-450 €/month, furnished dorm rooms
  • Offers short-term spots for Summer/Winterschool participants
  • Application: studierendenwerk-freiburg.de

Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Guest House

  • For international guest students/researchers
  • 450-650 €/month, 1+ month reservation
  • Discounted for registered students

Private Student Accommodation

The Fizz Freiburg

  • Vauban district
  • 750-1,100 €/month, fully furnished, modern
  • Generally 3+ months minimum, short contracts available during certain periods
  • the-fizz.com

Stayery Freiburg (planned)

  • Estimated opening 2026/2027

AirBnB / Apartments

  • Freiburg city center: 60-90 €/night, monthly 1,400-2,200 € (1-bedroom)
  • Vauban / Stühlinger: 20-30% cheaper
  • Booking with "Long term" filter → discount

WG-Gesucht Zwischenmiete

  • 400-650 €/month, a room from another student during their holiday/Erasmus period
  • Most economical but not flexible — contract for specific vacant days

Strategy

Duration Recommendation
1-7 days Hostel (Black Forest Hostel — 30-50 €/night)
1 month AirBnB + Anmeldung möglich filter
1-3 months The Fizz or WG Zwischenmiete
3+ months Apply to Studierendenwerk + search for WG

Freiburg Special Circumstances

  • Summer festivals (June-August) can increase accommodation prices by up to 50% — Freiburg is small but touristic.
  • The Vauban district is car-free; travel by bike/tram. If your budget is tight, buy a used bike (50-150 €).

Important

  • The Anmeldung period is 14 days → register even for short stays.
  • Studierendenwerk's short-term room listings: studierendenwerk-freiburg.de/wohnen/zwischenmiete

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