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Rent an Apartment in Freiburg

Currently 66 apartment listings in Freiburg on WG-Gesucht — browse by district, price and size.

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✓ 66 current apartment listings in Freiburg
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Renting an Apartment in Freiburg: What to Know

Freiburg is Germany's sunniest major city and gateway to the Black Forest — but its rental market is surprisingly tight for its size. With 25,000 students at Albert-Ludwigs-University and strong demand from across Germany, apartment hunters need to move quickly and stay flexible on location.

Freiburg Rental Market: ApartmentsAs of: July 2026

Data source: WG-Gesucht Market Data Team · 66 listings analysed

Avg. cold rent	17.59 €/m²
Price range	12.17–26.05 €/m²
Active listings	66
Cheapest district	Wiehre · 13.12 €/m²
Most expensive district	Günterstal · 25.68 €/m²

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Freiburg Neighbourhoods for Apartments

High demand

Stühlinger

West of the old town: lively, well connected, highly sought-after.

Apartments in Stühlinger

Popular

Wiehre

Quiet, green, popular with professionals.

Apartments in Wiehre

Popular

Herdern

Northern district: pre-war charm, close to the university.

Apartments in Herdern

Affordable

Haslach

Western district: more affordable, good tram connections.

Apartments in Haslach

Affordable

Zähringen

Northern district: quiet, family-friendly, better value.

Apartments in Zähringen

Affordable

Rieselfeld

Western development: modern, diverse, active community.

Apartments in Rieselfeld

Tips for Apartment Hunting in Freiburg

Move fast on listings Freiburg is small — good apartments are often gone within hours. Have your documents ready to send immediately.
Consider the wider region Merzhausen, Gundelfingen and Kirchzarten are reachable by tram or regional bus and offer noticeably better prices.
Use a bike-first mindset Freiburg has one of Germany's best cycling networks — many districts are fully accessible by bike, making location less critical.
Avoid the semester rush 25,000 students make October and April especially competitive. Searching earlier significantly improves your odds.

Useful Guides

Definition of a Shared Apartment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does an apartment cost in Freiburg?

The average cold rent is 17.59 €/m². Prices vary significantly by district – check the market data above for current figures.

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

Currently 66 apartments are listed. This number changes daily.

Which districts in Freiburg 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.