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Vienna Student Dorm Prices 2026: €301–€904 Across 62 Dorms
All Vienna student housing prices for 2026: 62 dorms across 5 providers (ÖJAB, STUWO, WIHAST, home4students, Akademikerhilfe), cheapest entry from €301.
Vienna student housing prices 2026: from €301 at the cheapest entry-level room, median €556, premium studios up to €904. We currently track 62 dorms from 5 main providers (ÖJAB, STUWO, WIHAST, home4students, Akademikerhilfe) with prices taken from each operator's own page, each carrying the date it was last checked straight from each provider's site. In this guide you'll find the complete 2026 price list by provider, a budget matrix from cheap to premium, and the hidden costs that often get overlooked.
Step by Step: Finding the Cheapest Dorm
- Set a budget: A realistic range is €350-500 rent plus €100-150 utilities and lifestyle.
- Pick a provider: WIHAST from €320, ÖJAB from €301, Akademikerhilfe from €311, STUWO from €430. home4students prices are on request.
- Check the location: the district barely moves the price (the median room costs €549-566 everywhere), so choose by your commute to campus.
- Submit your application: 3-6 months before the semester starts (March for the winter semester).
- Sign the rental contract: After acceptance, pay the deposit and pick up your keys.
- Register your address (Meldezettel): Within 3 days of moving in (see my Meldezettel guide).
What does a student dorm in Vienna cost?
The 2026 median sits around €556 per month. The full range spans €301 (cheapest entry) to €904 (premium studio). These figures come from our own tracking of 62 active Vienna dorms — see the complete dorm directory.
Three main factors determine where you land in this range:
- Room type: A bed in a shared double is the cheapest option, a single room in a shared flat costs more, and a studio or apartment costs the most
- Location: matters less than you might think — the median room costs €549-566 in the inner, middle and outer districts alike
- Amenities: Furnishing, internet, cleaning service and air conditioning can each add €50-150 to the monthly rent
Price overview by provider (2026)
WIHAST: lowest entry prices
8 tracked dorms, price range €320-467. A solid choice for budget-conscious students, with many fixed prices (no range).
| Dorm | District | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Studentinnenheim Hainburgerstraße | 3rd | €320 fixed |
| StudentInnenwohnhaus Tendlergasse | 9th | €328 fixed |
| Studierendenwohnheim Säulengasse | 9th | €344-429 |
| Haus Margareten | 4th | €355-459 |
| Haus Vindobona | 8th | €356 fixed |
| Studierendenwohnheim Hirschengasse | 6th | €374-467 |
| WG Lenaugasse | 8th | €432 fixed |
| Haus Handelskai | 20th | €450 fixed |
→ Browse all WIHAST dorms with live prices
ÖJAB: widest selection + cheapest entry
13 tracked dorms, price range €301-904. The widest spread on the market — from affordable outer-district options to premium inner-city studios.
| Dorm | District | Price |
|---|---|---|
| ÖJAB-Haus Peter Jordan | 19th | €301-406 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Donaufeld | 21st | €347-589 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Burgenland 2 | 6th | €355-640 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Liesing | 23rd | €362-605 |
| ÖJAB-Europahaus Dr. Bruno Buchwieser | 14th | €366-575 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Niederösterreich 2 | 20th | €366-493 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Salzburg (in Wien) | 6th | €369-530 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Burgenland 1 | 9th | €372-565 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Burgenland 3 | 6th | €373-564 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Meidling & ÖJAB-WG | 12th | €420-620 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Niederösterreich 1 | 2nd | €458-904 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Johannesgasse | 1st | €460-870 |
| ÖJAB-Haus Remise | 12th | €658-736 |
→ Browse all ÖJAB dorms with live prices
STUWO: premium studios with air conditioning
12 tracked dorms, price range €430-825. The highest standard on the market, with many studios featuring air conditioning and modern fittings.
| Dorm | District | Price |
|---|---|---|
| STUWO Kenyongasse | 7th | €430-648 |
| STUWO Arsenal | 3rd | €455-703 |
| STUWO Strozzigasse | 8th | €540-825 |
| STUWO Spengergasse | 5th | €555-605 |
| STUWO Triester Strasse | 10th | €586-646 |
| STUWO Seestadt Aspern | 22nd | €592-763 |
| STUWO Dückegasse | 22nd | €598-689 |
| STUWO Simmering | 11th | €598-676 |
| STUWO Strudlhofgasse | 9th | €629 fixed |
| STUWO Auf der Schmelz | 15th | €629-679 |
| STUWO Vorgartenstrasse | 2nd | €642-694 |
| STUWO Donaufelder Strasse | 21st | €725 fixed |
→ Browse all STUWO dorms with live prices
home4students: 11 dorms, prices on request
11 tracked locations, mostly in central districts (2nd, 4th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 15th, 19th), plus a pop-up dorm in Seestadt Aspern (22nd). home4students works on a "request a quote" basis rather than publishing a standard price list, so you need to contact them directly or apply through their portal.
→ View home4students locations (each with address and contact)
Akademikerhilfe: 17 dorms, published prices
17 tracked dorms, price range €311-904 — from a bed in a two-bed room in the 4th and 18th districts to the studios at Campus Studios in the 2nd. Registration is online and costs €20; the listed prices apply to stays of three months or more.
| Dorm | District | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Haus Mayerhofgasse 3 | 4th | €311-412 |
| Haus Michaelerstraße 11 | 18th | €316-399 |
| Haus Pfeilgasse 1a | 8th | €325-474 |
| Haus Pyrkergasse | 19th | €370-483 |
| Haus Jacquingasse 53 | 3rd | €388-422 |
| Haus Starkfriedgasse 15 | 18th | €433 fixed |
| Haus Wehlistraße 35-43 | 20th | €436-449 |
| Edith-Stein-Haus | 1st | €450-576 |
| Haus Zaunscherbgasse 4 und 6 | 21st | €475-549 |
| Canisiushaus | 9th | €487-626 |
| Haus Pfeilgasse 4-6 | 8th | €500-519 |
| Haus Pfeilgasse 3a | 8th | €514-536 |
| Haus Muthgasse 23 | 19th | €534-660 |
| Haus Michaelerstraße 8 | 18th | €536-652 |
| Franziska Lechner Wohnheim | 3rd | €563 fixed |
| Martinushaus | 15th | €630 fixed |
| Campus Studios | 2nd | €632-904 |
→ Browse all Akademikerhilfe dorms with live prices
Budget matrix: dorms by price tier
The table below shows which dorms fall into each budget range (based on entry price):
| Monthly budget | Dorms in this range |
|---|---|
| Under €350 | ÖJAB Peter Jordan (301), Akademikerhilfe Mayerhofgasse (311), Akademikerhilfe Michaelerstr. 11 (316), WIHAST Hainburgerstr. (320), Akademikerhilfe Pfeilgasse 1a (325), WIHAST Tendlergasse (328), WIHAST Säulengasse (344+), ÖJAB Donaufeld (347) |
| €350-450 | ÖJAB Burgenland 1/2/3, Liesing, Europahaus, NÖ 2, Salzburg, Meidling; WIHAST Margareten, Vindobona, Hirschengasse, WG Lenaugasse, Handelskai; STUWO Kenyongasse; Akademikerhilfe Pyrkergasse, Jacquingasse, Starkfriedgasse, Wehlistr., Edith-Stein-Haus |
| €450-550 | ÖJAB NÖ 1, Johannesgasse; STUWO Arsenal, Strozzigasse; Akademikerhilfe Zaunscherbgasse, Canisiushaus, Pfeilgasse 4-6, Pfeilgasse 3a, Muthgasse, Michaelerstr. 8 |
| €550-650 | STUWO Spengergasse, Triester, Aspern, Dückegasse, Simmering, Strudlhofgasse, Schmelz, Vorgartenstrasse; Akademikerhilfe Franziska Lechner, Martinushaus, Campus Studios |
| Over €650 | ÖJAB Remise, STUWO Donaufelder; premium studios at ÖJAB NÖ 1, Johannesgasse and Akademikerhilfe Campus Studios |
What influences the price?
Room type
- Single-occupancy room: €320–904, median €592 (the most common type: 133 of the 171 rooms we track)
- Bed in a shared room: €301–580, median €415 (the biggest single saving available)
- Studio/apartment: €500-900 (private bathroom + kitchen, highest comfort)
Location (district comparison)
In our data the district moves the price less than the provider and the room type do — the median room costs about the same everywhere:
- 1st-9th districts (inner city + university area): median room €555; 28 dorms with entry prices of €311-642
- 10th-19th districts (middle ring): median room €566; 13 dorms with entry prices of €301-658
- 20th-23rd districts (outskirts): median room €549; 9 dorms with entry prices of €347-725, including STUWO Aspern and Dückegasse
Amenities
Each extra feature: typical premium €30-80 per month
- Air conditioning (common at STUWO)
- Furnishing (standard at most dorms)
- Internet included
- Cleaning service
- Common kitchens and lounge areas
- Fitness facilities (at some ÖJAB houses)
Hidden costs (beyond rent)
Realistic monthly total = base rent plus €50-150 hidden line items:
- Deposit: 1-3 months' rent (€350-1,500), fully refundable on move-out if there's no damage
- Application fee: €30-50 one-off
- Electricity: included at some dorms, billed separately at others (€20-50 per month)
- Internet: included at most; otherwise €15-25 per month
- End-of-tenancy cleaning fee: €30-150 on move-out
- Bedding and starter pack: €100-200 one-off (duvets, dishes, lamps)
- ORF contribution (called GIS until 2024): €15.30 per month. Vienna levies no provincial surcharge, so that is the whole bill. Note: being a student does not earn an exemption on its own — it is tied to receiving certain social benefits. See obs.at.
My pick: STUWO Dückegasse
When I came to Vienna in early 2024 for a 6-month stay, I picked STUWO Dückegasse in the 22nd district (€598-689 per month). The location turned out to be ideal — tram 25 stops right at the door, U1 Kagran is walking distance, and the Danube promenade sits around the corner. In summer the air conditioning was a lifesaver.
What stood out for me: at key handover, STUWO gave me a Meldezettel form already signed by the Unterkunftgeber, which saved me a lot of paperwork on my first day. More on that in my Meldezettel guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the minimum cost for a Vienna student dorm?
Currently from €301 at ÖJAB-Haus Peter Jordan (19th district), €311 at Akademikerhilfe's Haus Mayerhofgasse 3 (4th district) or €320 fixed at WIHAST Studentinnenheim Hainburgerstraße (3rd district). At €301 and €311 you get a bed in a two-bed room.
Which provider is cheapest in 2026?
WIHAST has the lowest fixed prices (from €320), but ÖJAB offers the absolute cheapest entry point (€301). Akademikerhilfe has the most dorms (17), from €311. STUWO is premium-oriented (from €430) and doesn't have a directly comparable budget option.
How much is the deposit?
1 to 3 months' rent, depending on the provider. For a €400 room that's typically €400-1,200. The deposit is fully refunded on move-out if there's no damage, usually within 4-8 weeks.
Are internet and electricity included?
Internet: included at most providers (all STUWO houses, most ÖJAB). Electricity: mixed — STUWO often includes it, ÖJAB charges a flat fee at some houses, WIHAST bills separately at others. Always ask explicitly before signing.
Can I terminate the contract early?
The standard contract runs for an academic year (10 months, October to July) or a semester (5-6 months). Early termination is possible but costs 2-3 months' rent as a contract penalty. ÖJAB is the most flexible here; STUWO is stricter.
When should I apply for the best prices?
3-6 months before the semester starts. For the winter semester 2027/28, that means March to May 2027. Early applicants get the cheaper single rooms; latecomers get pushed into more expensive doubles or studios.
If you have missed that window, you are not out of options: the large operators keep waiting lists, and places free up after the semester starts — October and November especially, as people drop out. Shared rooms are the last to fill, so join the waiting list for a single but look at shared rooms in parallel.
How much should I budget for setup essentials?
€200-400 one-off: bedding (€50-100), dishes (€50), lamps and small electronics (€50-100), cleaning supplies (€30). Furniture is included at every student dorm — you don't need to bring any.
Are there scholarships or financial aid options?
ÖJAB runs its own hardship fund for sudden financial difficulties (e.g. parental income loss). Studienbeihilfe, Austria's state study grant, is paid by the Studienbeihilfenbehörde, not the OeAD, and students who come on a student residence permit are not eligible; the rules are on stipendium.at. Scholarships open to international students are listed in the OeAD database grants.at.
Next steps
Once you've picked a dorm, these are the next steps:
- Provider comparison: ÖJAB vs. STUWO vs. WIHAST — application deadlines, cancellation terms, ideal student profiles
- Complete Vienna student housing guide — from application to move-in
- Meldezettel guide — register your address within 3 days, free
- Browse all 62 Vienna dorms with live prices — filter by price, district and provider
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This article was prepared and verified by Cenk Yavuz with the help of Istadi Content OS.