Studio Apartments for Rent in Kiel

Currently 653 studio listings in Kiel on WG-Gesucht.

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Studios in Kiel: What to Know

Kiel offers good value for studio apartments among German state capitals. Being near the Kieler Förde (fjord) commands a premium, but districts further from the water offer significantly better prices while staying well connected.

Kiel Studio MarketAs 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 Studios

High demand

Ravensberg

Lively district near the fjord — highly sought-after.

Studios in Ravensberg
Popular

Brunswik

Quiet, elegant pre-war architecture, very popular.

Studios in Brunswik
Popular

Schreventeich

Central, green, near the Schrevenpark.

Studios in Schreventeich
Affordable

Gaarden-Ost

East of the fjord, in transition, more affordable.

Studios in Gaarden-Ost
Affordable

Hassee

Western district: solid value, quieter.

Studios in Hassee
Budget-friendly

Mettenhof

Most affordable studios in the city, well connected.

Studios in Mettenhof

Tips for Studio 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 by district – check the market data above for current figures.

A studio combines living and sleeping in one room. A 1-Zimmer-Wohnung typically has a separate living area, even though it's still one room. Both terms appear interchangeably in German listings.

Currently 653 studios are listed. This number changes daily.

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.

The widest selection is currently in Friedrichshain and Prenzlauer Berg.

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