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Rent an Apartment in Aachen

Currently 150 apartment listings in Aachen on WG-Gesucht.

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Renting an Apartment in Aachen: What to Know

Aachen sits right at the German-Belgian-Dutch border and is home to RWTH Aachen, one of Europe's leading technical universities. With over 50,000 students among the city's 250,000 residents, competition for apartments is consistently high — particularly around semester starts.

Aachen Rental Market: ApartmentsAs of: July 2026

Data source: WG-Gesucht Market Data Team · 150 listings analysed

Avg. cold rent	15.96 €/m²
Price range	11.81–23.85 €/m²
Active listings	150
Cheapest district	Brand · 8.79 €/m²
Most expensive district	Richterich · 22.00 €/m²

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Aachen Neighbourhoods for Apartments

High demand

Aachen-Mitte

Central, near the cathedral — highly sought-after.

Apartments in Aachen-Mitte

Budget-friendly

Brand

Southeastern, quiet, almost village-like — the most affordable option.

Apartments in Brand

Affordable

Eilendorf

Eastern district: quiet, better value, good bus connections.

Apartments in Eilendorf

Budget-friendly

Haaren

Northern district: quiet, green, noticeably cheaper.

Apartments in Haaren

Laurensberg

Western district: quiet, good for commuters.

Apartments in Laurensberg

Richterich

Northwestern district: affordable, tram-connected.

Apartments in Richterich

Tips for Apartment Hunting in Aachen

Learn the RWTH semester rhythm Semesters start in October and April — searching a few weeks earlier means significantly less competition.
Consider Herzogenrath or Würselen Both border Aachen directly, have tram connections, and offer noticeably lower prices.
Expect an international market Aachen has a strong international student and researcher population — a complete application with SCHUFA credit report builds trust quickly.
Apply quickly Central listings move fast. Have your documents digitally ready to send immediately.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does an apartment cost in Aachen?

The average cold rent is 15.96 €/m². Prices vary significantly by district – check the market data above for current figures.

How many apartments are listed in Aachen on WG-Gesucht?

Currently 150 apartments are listed. This number changes daily.

Which districts in Aachen are more affordable?

Outer districts and areas further from the centre typically offer better value – see the neighbourhood overview above for specifics.

Do I need a SCHUFA credit report to rent in Germany?

Most landlords will ask for one. You can order it directly through WG-Gesucht at /en/schufa, or use itsmydata (/en/itsmydata) as an equally accepted alternative.