Where to stay
Despite the fact that Austria ranks among the richest countries in the world, the living costs in Austria are not high compared to other European countries. Of course, expect to pay more in the capital city, Vienna. The cities of Linz, Salzburg and Innsbruck offer a more affordable life.
The most popular accommodation options for international students in Austria include:
-The OeAD Student Housing: it is a great budget friendly option and an official partner of universities and institutions in Austria. In fact, they provide fully furnished accommodation with the possibility to rent a place even during the summer.
-Living in a shared flat or Wohngemeinschaften (WG): you can share the bills, rents and common areas with your roommates while you can have your own room.
-Living in a hall of residence or dormitory: this option is also available for international students. It included multiple types of apartments with shared facilities and communal areas among students. You can find more information regarding this type of accommodation at the Austrian Student Union.
In Austria, tenants are often allowed to sublet their apartment for a limited time. Since many young people travel a lot, this is actually quite common. Sublets can generally be found under the terms Untermiete or Zwischenmiete. This means that the flats or rooms are sublet with a contract signed with the tenant, not the landlord. If you decide to pursue a sublet, you can start here.
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