This report provides a detailed analysis of the real-time price trends for the city of Essen.
The cost of an average rent in Essen for all rental types is €1,350 All data is current as of today, January 29, 2026.
Median price
€1,236
Rentals available today
246
Number of accommodations
529
Occupancy rate
53.50%
| Price range | Number of accommodations |
|---|---|
| €600-€700 | 79 |
| €700-€800 | 7 |
| €800-€900 | 2 |
| €900-€1,000 | 47 |
| €1,000-€1,100 | 46 |
| €1,100-€1,200 | 41 |
| €1,200-€1,300 | 75 |
| €1,300-€1,400 | 32 |
| €1,400-€1,500 | 31 |
| €1,500-€1,600 | 41 |
| €1,600-€1,700 | 26 |
| €1,700-€1,800 | 16 |
| €1,800-€1,900 | 23 |
| €1,900-€2,000 | 12 |
| €2,000-€2,100 | 6 |
| €2,100-€2,200 | 2 |
| €2,200-€2,300 | 8 |
| €2,300-€2,400 | 5 |
| €2,400+ | 30 |
| Total | 529 |
| Month | Availability percentage |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 64.839% |
| March 2026 | 73.535% |
| April 2026 | 78.261% |
| May 2026 | 82.609% |
| June 2026 | 84.688% |
| July 2026 | 89.225% |

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This map shows the real-time price trends for Essen. Prices shown are median prices.
| Price range | Price |
|---|---|
| Lower price range | €960 |
| Price range 1 | €1,060 |
| Price range 2 | €1,160 |
| Price range 3 | €1,260 |
| Price range 4 | €1,360 |
| Price range 5 | €1,460 |
| Price range 6 | €1,560 |
| Price range 7 | €1,660 |
| Price range 8 | €1,760 |
| Price range 9 | €1,860 |
| Price range 10 | €1,960 |
| Higher price range | €2,060 |
| Total properties | 347 |

The average price for a private room in Essen is €1,200 per month. This price is based on current market data from Erasmus Play.
The average price for a studio in Essen is €1,390 per month. Studios offer more privacy and independence for students and young professionals.
There are currently 246 accommodations available in Essen. Looking ahead, 448 will be available in 6 months and 510 in 12 months. Availability changes daily, so we recommend checking regularly.