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Rent an Apartment in Düsseldorf

Currently 189 apartment listings in Düsseldorf on WG-Gesucht — browse by district, price and size.

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Renting an Apartment in Düsseldorf: What to Know

Düsseldorf is known for fashion, media and one of Europe's largest Japanese communities, giving it a distinctly international character. The rental market is active and competitive, particularly in central districts, but the city's compact size means most areas remain well connected.

Düsseldorf Rental Market: ApartmentsAs of: July 2026

Data source: WG-Gesucht Market Data Team · 189 listings analysed

Avg. cold rent	22.63 €/m²
Price range	15.65–49.71 €/m²
Active listings	189
Cheapest district	Unterbach · 16.16 €/m²
Most expensive district	Derendorf · 88.50 €/m²

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Düsseldorf Neighbourhoods for Apartments

High demand

Pempelfort

North of the old town: lively, popular, well-connected.

Apartments in Pempelfort

Popular

Flingern

Creative quarter east of downtown — up-and-coming and popular with young renters.

Apartments in Flingern

Affordable

Oberbilk

Affordable, diverse, with good U-Bahn access.

Apartments in Oberbilk

Affordable

Bilk

South of the centre: university proximity, better value.

Apartments in Bilk

Friedrichstadt

Central location between the station and old town.

Apartments in Friedrichstadt

Budget-friendly

Gerresheim

Eastern district: quieter, greener, more affordable.

Apartments in Gerresheim

Tips for Apartment Hunting in Düsseldorf

Consider Neuss or Ratingen Both border Düsseldorf directly, offer good S-Bahn connections, and are noticeably cheaper.
Expect an international market Düsseldorf has a strong international community. A complete application with SCHUFA credit report builds trust with local landlords.
Cologne is a realistic commute The regional train between Cologne and Düsseldorf takes about 30–40 minutes — worth considering if Cologne offers better value.
Check for the rent cap Düsseldorf is classified as a tight housing market area — the Mietpreisbremse (rent cap) applies to new lettings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does an apartment cost in Düsseldorf?

The average cold rent is 22.63 €/m². Prices vary significantly by district – check the market data above for current figures.

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

Currently 189 apartments are listed. This number changes daily.

Which districts in Düsseldorf 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.