Find a Shared Flat (WG) in Kiel

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Flatshares in Kiel: What to Know

Kiel's flatshare market reflects the city's relaxed, maritime character. With a large student population, WGs are common and reasonably priced compared to Germany's bigger cities — especially once you look beyond the most sought-after fjord-side neighbourhoods.

Kiel Flatshare MarketAs of: July 2026
Data source: WG-Gesucht Market Data Team · 653 listings analysed
Avg. rent per m²14,50 €/m²
Active listings653
Cheapest districtSpandau · 9,80 €/m²
Most expensive districtMitte · 21,50 €/m²
Most listingsFriedrichshain
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Kiel Neighbourhoods for Flatshares

High demand

Ravensberg

Lively district near the fjord — highly sought-after.

Flatshares in Ravensberg
Popular

Brunswik

Quiet, elegant pre-war architecture, very popular.

Flatshares in Brunswik
Popular

Schreventeich

Central, green, near the Schrevenpark.

Flatshares in Schreventeich
Affordable

Gaarden-Ost

East of the fjord, in transition, more affordable.

Flatshares in Gaarden-Ost
Affordable

Hassee

Western district: solid value, quieter.

Flatshares in Hassee
Budget-friendly

Mettenhof

Most affordable studios in the city, well connected.

Flatshares in Mettenhof

Tips for WG 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 rent is 14,50 €/m². Central and popular districts cost more – check the market data above for current figures.

WG stands for Wohngemeinschaft, or shared flat. Each flatmate has a private room, while kitchen and bathroom are shared. It's one of the most common and affordable ways to live in Germany.

Currently 653 rooms are listed. This number changes daily.

Most flatmates 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.

The widest selection is currently in Friedrichshain and Prenzlauer Berg.

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