Student housing near Copenhagen Business School.
CBS sits in Frederiksberg, a municipality surrounded on all sides by Copenhagen, which means students can reach the campus quickly from a wide arc of neighbourhoods stretching from Vesterbro in the east to Vanløse in the west. Getting the location decision right early saves both money and commute time, because rent varies considerably across those areas.
Typical rent
€550to€1400
per month, single room
Most private rentals in Copenhagen are advertised as husleje, the base rent, with utilities such as heating, water, and electricity billed separately as aconto payments on top. A furnished room in a shared flat typically runs all in, but always confirm what is included. Expect a deposit of three months rent plus one month prepaid rent upfront. Student dormitory rents from SU Housing or private dormitories are often listed as fully inclusive, which makes budgeting simpler.
The neighbourhoods
Where CBS students live
5 areas to compare on rent, commute, and vibe.
📍Frederiksberg
€800 to €14005 to 15 min on foot or by bus
Residential and leafy, centred on a large park.
Best for: Students who want a quiet base right next to campus.
📍Vesterbro
€700 to €120015 to 20 min by bus or S-tog to Valby then bus
Dense, social, with cafes and street life on Istedgade.
Best for: Students who prefer an urban neighbourhood with nightlife nearby.
📍Nørrebro
€600 to €105020 to 30 min by bus routes 5C or 18
Multicultural and youthful, centred on Nørrebrogade.
Best for: Students on a tighter budget who like a lively local scene.
📍Valby
€550 to €95015 to 20 min by S-tog or bus
Low key and residential with good S-tog connections.
Best for: Students who prioritise lower rents and do not mind a short ride.
📍Vanløse
€550 to €90020 to 25 min by Metro M3 to Forum or bus
Quiet suburban feel with the Metro M3 running through it.
Best for: Students who want metro access to the city at a lower price point.
Getting there
Getting to CBS
CBS is served primarily by buses on Rolighedsvej and the surrounding streets, with bus routes 6A and 26 among the most useful connections from the city centre and Vesterbro. From Vanløse and Flintholm, the Metro M3 ring line brings students to Forum station, from which the campus is a short walk or one bus stop. The S-tog network at Valby and Vanløse stations also connects to bus routes that stop near campus, making crosstown journeys manageable without cycling.
Copenhagen is heavily built for cycling and a second hand bike costs roughly €100 to €200 at markets like Baisikeli or the Sunday flea market at Israels Plads, making it the fastest option for most Frederiksberg commutes year round.
Students enrolled at a Danish university are eligible for the ungdomskort, a heavily discounted monthly travel card covering all buses, metro, and S-tog zones in the city, and it is worth applying for as soon as you have a CPR number.
Copenhagen rain is frequent and often horizontal in autumn and winter, so a good waterproof jacket and mudguards on your bike make a real practical difference to daily life.
The timing
When to start looking
CBS admits large cohorts in September and a smaller group in February. For the September intake, the pressure on the rental market peaks between June and August, when thousands of students across all Copenhagen universities compete for the same listings. Starting your search in April or May for a September move gives you a realistic window to find something suitable without being forced into a bad compromise. For February starters, November is the point at which supply begins to thin.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How far is Nørrebro from CBS?+
Nørrebro is roughly 20 to 30 minutes from CBS by bus, depending on your exact starting point. Bus route 5C runs along Nørrebrogade and connects southward toward Frederiksberg via a change or a short walk, and route 18 also covers parts of the corridor. Cycling takes around 20 minutes on a direct route via Åboulevard.
What's the average rent near CBS?+
A room in a shared flat within walking or cycling distance of CBS, so in Frederiksberg or inner Vesterbro, typically costs €800 to €1200 per month for a furnished room including utilities. That is somewhat above the wider Copenhagen average for shared housing, which sits closer to €650 to €950, reflecting the premium for a central Frederiksberg address.
When should CBS students start looking for housing?+
For a September start, begin actively searching in April and have applications out by May. The sharpest competition is in July and early August when late applicants and new arrivals all search at once. For a February start, begin in October and treat November as your target month to secure something, since supply over the Christmas period drops noticeably.
Where can I see live listings near CBS?+
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