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Rent an Apartment in Dortmund

Currently 653 apartment listings in Dortmund on WG-Gesucht.

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Renting an Apartment in Dortmund: What to Know

Dortmund, the largest city in the Ruhr region, offers genuine value for renters — significantly cheaper than Cologne, Hamburg or Frankfurt while still offering big-city amenities. The city's transformation from steel town to knowledge economy has brought new energy without inflating rents to western German extremes.

Dortmund Rental Market: ApartmentsAs of: July 2026

Data source: WG-Gesucht Market Data Team · 653 listings analysed

Avg. cold rent	14,50 €/m²
Price range	8,00–22,00 €/m²
Active listings	653
Cheapest district	Spandau · 9,80 €/m²
Most expensive district	Mitte · 21,50 €/m²

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Dortmund Neighbourhoods for Apartments

High demand

Mitte

Central, urban, and the most in-demand district.

Apartments in Mitte

Popular

Hörde

Southern district by the Phoenix Lake — revitalised and increasingly popular.

Apartments in Hörde

Affordable

Dorstfeld

Near the TU campus, in transition, good value.

Apartments in Dorstfeld

Affordable

Brackel

Eastern district: solid value, quiet.

Apartments in Brackel

Budget-friendly

Lütgendortmund

Western district: the most affordable option, quiet.

Apartments in Lütgendortmund

Budget-friendly

Eving

Northern district: affordable, well connected by U-Bahn.

Apartments in Eving

Tips for Apartment Hunting in Dortmund

Best value among major German cities Dortmund offers big-city living at prices well below Cologne or Hamburg — one of Germany's genuine rental bargains.
Use the Ruhr region network S-Bahn and U-Bahn connect Dortmund well with Bochum, Essen and Duisburg — worth exploring for even more options.
Hörde is on the rise The revitalised Phoenix Lake area is gaining popularity — still better value than comparable lakeside districts in Cologne or Düsseldorf.
Apply completely, even in this relaxed market Even with lower competition, complete documents (SCHUFA, proof of income) speed up your search.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does an apartment cost in Dortmund?

The average cold rent is 14,50 €/m². Prices vary significantly by district – check the market data above for current figures.

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

Currently 653 apartments are listed. This number changes daily.

Which districts in Dortmund 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.