Finding a room in Enschede

Enschede is a technical student city in the east of the country, home to the University of Twente and a close campus community. Many students live on or around the UT campus, where associations and events alternate week after week. The city buzzes with start-ups, makerspaces and events for technical students.

As a student city, Enschede has a modern, innovative atmosphere. The campus is an important part of student life, with many facilities and activities. The city combines technical innovation with a cozy student life.

Student associations

Enschede has an active association life:

• A.A. S.V. Taste: One of the largest student associations in Enschede, known for its active association life
• Student Union Twente: The student union that organizes various activities
• DSCC/DJCR Ares: Active associations with many social activities and committees

Many hospita houses are connected to one or more associations. Campus life plays an important role in association life.

Student life

Student life in Enschede is modern and innovative:

• Campus life: Many students live on or around the UT campus, where associations and events alternate week after week
• Tech and innovation: The city buzzes with start-ups, makerspaces and events for technical students
• Sports: Many sports facilities on the campus and in the city
• Nightlife: From cozy pubs to larger clubs, there's something for everyone

Students in Enschede appreciate the combination of technical innovation and an active social life. The campus offers many opportunities for activities.

Average room price

The average room price in Enschede ranges from €300 to €450 per month, depending on:

• Location: Rooms on the campus or in the center are often more expensive
• Surface area: Larger rooms (15-20 m²) generally cost more than smaller rooms (10-12 m²)
• Facilities: Rooms with own kitchen, bathroom or balcony are usually more expensive
• Inclusive/exclusive: Some rooms have service costs and utilities included, others don't

For a room of approximately 12-15 m² in a student house, you can count on an average of €350-€400 per month. Enschede is relatively affordable compared to other student cities.

How do you find rooms in Enschede with myHospi?

myHospi makes finding a room in Enschede much easier. Below you'll find a short step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Create a profile

Download the myHospi app and create a complete profile. Add your personal information, interests, association and photos. A complete profile significantly increases your chances.

Step 2: Search and filter

Use the search function to find available rooms in Enschede. Filter by price, surface area, location and association to quickly find the right rooms.

Step 3: Send your profile

See an interesting house? Send your profile to the house. Adapt your message to the specific house you're responding to, this shows you're really interested.

Step 4: Wait for invitation

If the house is interested, you'll receive an invitation for a hospiteer evening. Via the chat you can ask questions and get more information.

Step 5: Visit the hospiteer evening

During the hospiteer evening you'll meet your potential housemates. Be yourself and show who you are, that works best!

Step 6: Get chosen!

Were you chosen? Congratulations! Via myHospi you can easily stay in touch and finalize the rent.

Tip: Keep your profile up-to-date and respond quickly to new rooms. In Enschede there's a lot of demand for rooms, so be proactive!