Student housing near University of Applied Arts Vienna.
Angewandte sits in the Innere Stadt, Vienna's historic first district, placing its roughly 2,000 students at the geographic heart of a city where rents vary sharply by district and good rooms move fast. Knowing which neighbourhoods sit within a reasonable commute, and what a realistic budget looks like, saves weeks of confusion before you even land.
Typical rent
€550to€1100
per month, single room
Most private listings in Wien are quoted as Kaltmiete, meaning rent without utilities. Warmmiete adds heating and sometimes water, typically an extra 80 to 150 euro per month. Expect a deposit of two to three months rent upfront. Student dormitory fees are usually all inclusive. Agency fees (Provision) were banned for tenants in 2023, so landlords now cover those costs.
The neighbourhoods
Where Angewandte students live
5 areas to compare on rent, commute, and vibe.
📍Leopoldstadt (2nd district)
€650 to €105010 to 14 min by tram line 2 or U Bahn U1 to Schwedenplatz then walking
Canal side, multicultural, busy with young residents year round.
Best for: Students who want central access without Innere Stadt prices.
📍Landstraße (3rd district)
€620 to €9808 to 12 min by tram lines 71 or O to Stubentor
Quiet residential streets close to the Belvedere gardens.
Best for: Students valuing calm surroundings with fast tram access.
📍Wieden (4th district)
€680 to €108012 to 18 min by U Bahn U1 from Südtiroler Platz to Schwedenplatz then tram or walking
Dense, lively, popular with university students and creatives.
Best for: Students who want a social neighbourhood with good nightlife nearby.
📍Mariahilf (6th district)
€600 to €95018 to 25 min by U Bahn U3 to Stubentor or tram
Commercial high street meets residential backstreets and local cafes.
Best for: Students on a tighter budget who still want central city access.
📍Alsergrund (9th district)
€580 to €90020 to 28 min by tram D to the Ring or U Bahn U2 via Schottentor
Student heavy, home to several universities, relaxed and walkable.
Best for: Students who prefer a classic Viennese student neighbourhood atmosphere.
Getting there
Getting to Angewandte
Angewandte's main building is on Oskar Kokoschka Platz in the Innere Stadt, close to the Stubentor U Bahn station on the U3 line. From Leopoldstadt, tram line 2 gets you to the Ring area in around ten minutes. From Alsergrund, tram D runs south along the Ringstraße and takes roughly twenty minutes. The U3 from Mariahilf or Wieden connects via Stubentor. Most journeys from nearby districts sit under half an hour.
Vienna has an extensive cycle lane network and the city's WienMobil Rad bike share scheme offers short term hire at low cost, making cycling from Leopoldstadt or Landstraße to campus a practical daily option.
Students enrolled at an Austrian university can buy the Wiener Linien semester ticket (Semesterticket) at a significantly reduced rate, covering U Bahn, tram, and bus across the entire Vienna network.
Vienna winters bring snow and ice from December through February, so factor in slower cycling days and slightly longer walk times when choosing how far from campus you are comfortable living.
The timing
When to start looking
Start your search in April or May for an October semester start, and in October or November for a February start. Vienna's student housing market tightens sharply in June and July as domestic students also lock in accommodation. Waiting until August leaves you competing for a much smaller pool of listings, often at higher prices. International students should add extra lead time to handle remote viewings and contract signing.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How far is Leopoldstadt from Angewandte?+
Leopoldstadt is roughly ten to fifteen minutes from Angewandte by tram line 2 to the Ringstraße area, or you can cycle along the Donaukanal path in a similar time. It is one of the closest non central districts to campus.
What's the average rent near Angewandte?+
A furnished private room in the districts closest to Angewandte, such as Leopoldstadt, Landstraße, and Wieden, typically runs from around €650 to €1050 per month Kaltmiete. The wider Vienna average for a private room sits in a similar range but outer districts like Favoriten or Simmering can come in lower, between €500 and €750, at the cost of a longer commute.
When should Angewandte students start looking for housing?+
For an October intake, begin searching in April and aim to have something confirmed by June. For a February intake, start in October. International and exchange students should allow extra time for remote viewings, translation of documents, and international bank transfers for deposits.
Where can I see live listings near Angewandte?+
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