Antwerp, city of students

Subletting your room

Vertrek je op Erasmus of stage en wil je je kot niet opzeggen? Dan kan je ervoor kiezen om de huur verder te zetten en je kot onder te verhuren aan een andere student.

Looking for a room?

You are still looking for a room, but landlords are not responding?

Homestays: your home away from home

Are you looking for student accommodation, but do you also prefer a room that feels like home? Then a homestay could be a solution.

How do you recognise safe student housing?

A brief checklist for the alert student.

What does a student room in Antwerp cost?

One of the most frequently asked questions is, 'and what does it cost?' The average rent for a student room in Antwerp is not higher or lower than in the rest of Flanders. But it is good to know what you can expect to spend. Therefore, a small calculation.

STAN, the connection between students and Antwerp

Hey, new student from Antwerp or far beyond. We are STAN and we’re challenging you to the craziest game ever

How do you start your search?

Let's find you a KOT!

Help, there are mice in my room!

Who is responsible for exterminating mice? And how can you prevent these unwanted visitors from entering?

Do I have to pay the Province Tax?

Students who take their main residence in Antwerp (like most international students) pay an annual provincial tax.

Can my landlord install security cameras?

Your landlord is only allowed to install cameras if they are placed for a specific purpose: the prevention, determination or detection of crimes or nuisance or to maintain public order.

Information for international students

Are you coming to Antwerp as an international student? Follow these tips for a pleasant stay

Everything about your contract: Can you use your student accommodation during the holiday months if you have a 10-month lease?

Be sure to agree this with your landlord in time! If you have a model lease from Kotweb, the basics for you and your landlord are already specified.