Ten top tips for students looking for accommodation

Published Monday 03 August, 2020

Ten top tips for students looking for accommodation
As thousands of young people get their places in higher education, the hunt is on for somewhere to live. But it can be tough to find accommodation when students leave home for the first time. There is a shortage of student housing, especially in the big cities. So, the earlier you start looking, the better.

Let BoligPortal help you find a place to live
BoligPortal, Denmark’s largest rental housing portal, has written a guide with insights into what students should be aware of and how they should set about finding somewhere to live. Especially in the first year, it is worth knowing how to get a head start by looking for accommodation early. This also helps prevent stress and bad decisions.

BoligPortal has come up with these Ten top tips for finding accommodation to make it easy to find a flat and get the student life off to a great start:

1. Get out of the starting blocks

2. Prepare well

3. Monitor the housing market

4. Introduce yourself

5. Broaden your search and be open to alternatives

6. Move in with others

7. Be flexible

8. Put yourself in the landlord’s shoes

9. Look after yourself

10. Check the tenancy agreement

Happy reading and good luck