🏢 1. University Halls of Residence (Student Dormitories)

Most international students in Austria stay in student dormitories managed by independent housing organizations in partnership with universities.

• ✅ Fully furnished rooms (single/shared)
• ✅ Communal kitchens, laundry rooms, study lounges
• ✅ Monthly rent: €250–€450
• ✅ Located close to campus or with excellent public transport links

🏠 Popular Dormitory Providers

Provider	Cities Covered	Website
OeAD Housing	Vienna, Graz, Innsbruck, Salzburg	🌐 https://housing.oead.at/en/
STUWO Student Housing	Vienna, Graz, Linz	🌐 https://www.stuwo.at/en/
WIHAST	Vienna, Graz	🌐 https://www.wihast.at/
Akademikerhilfe	20+ cities	🌐 https://www.akademikerhilfe.at/en

🏠 2. Private Student Residences

Privately run hostels and co-living spaces offering upgraded amenities like gyms, private bathrooms, and community events.

• THE FIZZ Vienna – 🌐 https://www.the-fizz.com/en/locations/vienna/
• Linked Living Vienna – 🌐 https://www.linked-living.com/en/

Average Monthly Cost: €400–€700

🏠 3. Shared Apartments (Wohngemeinschaft / WG)

• Private bedroom, shared kitchen and bathroom
• Located in residential districts
• No furniture in some cases — check before renting

Search Platforms:

• 🌐 https://www.wg-gesucht.de/en/
• 🌐 https://housinganywhere.com/
• 🌐 https://www.jobwohnen.at/
• 🌐 https://www.studapart.com/

Rent range: €300–€550/month

🏨 4. Temporary & Budget Accommodation

If you’re arriving early or still searching for long-term housing, you can stay in a youth hostel, hotel, or Airbnb temporarily.

Options:

• Hostelworld Austria: https://www.hostelworld.com/hostels/Austria
• ÖJHV – Austrian Youth Hostels: https://www.oejhv.at/en/
• Booking.com – Monthly stays: https://www.booking.com/
• Airbnb Austria: https://www.airbnb.com/s/Austria

✅ Use these for your first few weeks while you explore and finalize permanent housing.

🌍 5. Global Housing Platforms for International Students

These websites specialize in verified student housing and offer flexible contracts, multilingual support, and early booking options:

• Platform	Link
  HousingAnywhere	https://housinganywhere.com/
  AmberStudent	https://amberstudent.com/
  Uniplaces	https://www.uniplaces.com/
  Spotahome	https://www.spotahome.com/

  Many offer discounts or cashback for bookings done early or in collaboration with your university.

👥 6. South Asian & African-Friendly Platforms / Student Forums

Students from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Kenya, and other regions often find housing through local diaspora forums and student WhatsApp/Telegram groups.

• Facebook Groups:
  • “Indians in Vienna”
  • “Graz Student Housing”
  • “Pakistani Students in Austria”
• Telegram & WhatsApp Groups: Ask your university’s international office or student union for links

💡 Tips for Securing Student Accommodation

• ✅ Start early: Apply 4–6 months before semester starts
• 📑 Have documents ready: Admission letter, ID/passport, proof of payment (if needed)
• 🧾 Read contracts carefully: Most rentals require 1–2 months deposit
• 🚫 Avoid scams: Always use verified platforms and never transfer money without proper documentation
• 👩🏽‍💻 Use Google Translate for listings in German if needed

📊 Summary of Monthly Costs (2025 Estimate)

City	Dormitory (€)	Private Room/WG (€)	Private Studio (€)
Vienna	350–450	400–600	550–750
Graz	300–400	350–500	500–650
Innsbruck	350–500	400–600	550–750
Linz	300–400	350–500	500–650

📌 Most student housing includes utilities (electricity, water, WiFi).