Rent an Apartment in Kiel

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Renting an Apartment in Kiel: What to Know

Kiel, the capital of Schleswig-Holstein, offers a maritime lifestyle on the Baltic coast at prices well below Germany's larger cities. With Christian-Albrechts-University bringing around 27,000 students, demand is real but the market remains comparatively accessible — especially outside the fjord-adjacent central districts.

Kiel Rental Market: ApartmentsAs of: July 2026
Data source: WG-Gesucht Market Data Team · 653 listings analysed
Avg. cold rent14,50 €/m²
Price range8,00–22,00 €/m²
Active listings653
Cheapest districtSpandau · 9,80 €/m²
Most expensive districtMitte · 21,50 €/m²
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Kiel Neighbourhoods for Apartments

High demand

Ravensberg

Lively district near the fjord — highly sought-after.

Apartments in Ravensberg
Popular

Brunswik

Quiet, elegant pre-war architecture, very popular.

Apartments in Brunswik
Popular

Schreventeich

Central, green, near the Schrevenpark.

Apartments in Schreventeich
Affordable

Gaarden-Ost

East of the fjord, in transition, more affordable.

Apartments in Gaarden-Ost
Affordable

Hassee

Western district: solid value, quieter.

Apartments in Hassee
Budget-friendly

Mettenhof

Most affordable studios in the city, well connected.

Apartments in Mettenhof

Tips for Apartment Hunting in Kiel

  • Fjord-side living comes at a premium Apartments with a view of the Kieler Förde are highly sought-after — consider Hassee or Mettenhof for better value.
  • Time your search around semesters 27,000 students mean October and April see the highest demand. Search earlier for less competition.
  • Cycling is the norm Kiel has excellent cycling infrastructure — many districts are easily reachable by bike, widening your search radius.
  • Neumünster as a nearby alternative About 30 minutes by regional train, with noticeably lower prices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Currently 653 apartments are listed. This number changes daily.

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

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The widest selection is currently in Friedrichshain and Prenzlauer Berg.

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