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 €1,348 All data is current as of today, March 24, 2026.
Median price
€1,234
Rentals available today
273
Number of accommodations
533
Occupancy rate
48.78%
| Price range | Number of accommodations |
|---|---|
| €600-€700 | 81 |
| €700-€800 | 10 |
| €800-€900 | 3 |
| €900-€1,000 | 47 |
| €1,000-€1,100 | 53 |
| €1,100-€1,200 | 43 |
| €1,200-€1,300 | 58 |
| €1,300-€1,400 | 32 |
| €1,400-€1,500 | 31 |
| €1,500-€1,600 | 39 |
| €1,600-€1,700 | 29 |
| €1,700-€1,800 | 19 |
| €1,800-€1,900 | 21 |
| €1,900-€2,000 | 17 |
| €2,000-€2,100 | 4 |
| €2,100-€2,200 | 3 |
| €2,200-€2,300 | 6 |
| €2,300-€2,400 | 6 |
| €2,400+ | 31 |
| Total | 533 |
| Month | Availability percentage |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | 66.604% |
| May 2026 | 73.546% |
| June 2026 | 78.049% |
| July 2026 | 81.989% |
| August 2026 | 87.054% |
| September 2026 | 90.056% |

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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 | €925 |
| Price range 1 | €1,025 |
| Price range 2 | €1,125 |
| Price range 3 | €1,225 |
| Price range 4 | €1,325 |
| Price range 5 | €1,425 |
| Price range 6 | €1,525 |
| Price range 7 | €1,625 |
| Price range 8 | €1,725 |
| Price range 9 | €1,825 |
| Price range 10 | €1,925 |
| Higher price range | €2,025 |
| Total properties | 341 |

The average price for a private room in Essen is €1,194 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 273 accommodations available in Essen. Looking ahead, 464 will be available in 6 months and 527 in 12 months. Availability changes daily, so we recommend checking regularly.