Room for rent in Barcelona

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Statistics on the development of available rooms for rent in Barcelona over the past month

Below you can see the development of available rooms for rent in Barcelona over the past month. In the first column you see the date. In the second column you see the total amount of rooms for rent in Barcelona on the date. In the third column you see the amount of new rooms in Barcelona that was available for rent on the date. In the fourth column you see the amount of rooms in Barcelona that was rented on the date. Also see aggregate statistics on all available rooms in Barcelona over time, aggregate statistics on new rooms in Barcelona over time, aggregate statistics on rented rooms in Barcelona over time

Date All rooms for rent New rooms for rent Rented rooms
28. March 2024 2595 3 3
27. March 2024 2595 5 6
26. March 2024 2596 0 9
25. March 2024 2605 42 42
24. March 2024 2605 42 0
23. March 2024 2563 16 15
22. March 2024 2562 31 16
21. March 2024 2547 16 0
20. March 2024 2531 23 22
19. March 2024 2530 22 3
18. March 2024 2511 22 0
17. March 2024 2489 6 0
16. March 2024 2483 10 10
15. March 2024 2483 9 0
14. March 2024 2474 38 51
13. March 2024 2487 29 0
12. March 2024 2458 2 1
11. March 2024 2457 3 4
10. March 2024 2458 20 19
9. March 2024 2457 35 36
8. March 2024 2458 41 36
7. March 2024 2453 40 0
6. March 2024 2413 1 1
5. March 2024 2413 0 24
4. March 2024 2437 9 10
3. March 2024 2438 13 15
2. March 2024 2440 8 39
1. March 2024 2471 8 8
29. February 2024 2471 46 17
28. February 2024 2442 2 0
27. February 2024 2440 5 0

What is a room for rent?

A room for rent is a room that is being rented out, typically in the form of a sublease. It can be a room in an apartment or house, or in a property that exclusively has rooms like, for example, a dormitory or an apartment set up as club rooms. The rental of rooms is often time-limited, and people usually rent a room for a shorter period, which can be from a few days to several months.

When you rent a room, you typically have to pay a deposit and a monthly rent. The deposit is security for the owner in case you do not pay your rent. You also need to ensure that you cover all your costs, including water, electricity, gas, and other services.

When living in a rented room, you also need to comply with all the rules and laws that apply to the lease. These could be rules about noise, cleaning, and other issues. It is also important that you follow specific rules that apply to your room rental, such as keeping the room clean and tidy.

What are the benefits of rooms for rent in Barcelona?

Renting a room instead of an apartment offers several benefits. Here are some of the main ones:

  1. Price and economy: Renting a room can often be more economically manageable than renting an entire apartment. The money you save can be used on other things like food, study books, experiences, vacations, or savings. By renting a room, your financial risk - e.g., lost deposit, rent increase, or depreciation - is less than if you were renting a larger apartment or even buying a property.
  2. Less maintenance: When you only rent a room, there is a smaller area to clean and tidy up than if you were renting a whole apartment. It saves you time and energy.
  3. Easy moving: It is often faster and less troublesome to move into a room since it might require fewer furniture and personal belongings compared to an entire apartment.
  4. Community: Renting a room can often involve more social interaction with others, which can be an advantage if you are someone who values social communities.
  5. Access to facilities: Even though you only rent a room, you often still have access to the same facilities available to other residents of the property - such as laundry, kitchen facilities, or courtyard areas.

If you are considering other types of housing, you can instead search for an apartment for rent, house for rent, room for rent.

How do you find a student accomodation in Barcelona?

Finding the right room to rent requires a well-considered approach and detailed research.

Start by considering what is most important to you in terms of a room. It might be location, size, price, or other facilities.

Then conduct a careful survey of the available rooms on the market so that you have access to various options that match your criteria.

You can get an overview of available rooms for rent on Housingtarget.com, which gathers almost all available rental properties, including rooms for rent, on the market.

Once you have decided which room best meets your needs, contact the landlord quickly to ensure that it does not get rented out to someone else in the meantime.

For more tips and guidance on renting a room, check our guide: How to find a room for rent – The 8 most important steps.

Find an available room in Barcelona online

When you are looking for a room to rent, the first step in your search process is to get an overview of the available rooms on the market. With a detailed overview, it is easier for you to find the room that best meets your requirements and preferences.

Whether you are looking for a smaller room or something more spacious, and whether you are looking for student accommodation in a housing organization, a room from a private landlord, an apartment to share with others, or other types of rooms, you can easily find options that suit your needs on our platform.

To optimize your search, you can take advantage of various filtering options available here, and you can also set up automatic search agents for rooms to rent. This will notify you about new available rooms that match your criteria, giving you the opportunity to be one of the first to contact the landlord, thereby increasing your chances of securing the room you desire.

Find cheap student housing in Barcelona

If you want to find a cheap room for rent, it will require a bit of extra effort on your part. It is important to explore many options so you can find the cheapest rooms and then negotiate the price with several different landlords. Contact a wide spectrum of landlords - including housing associations, private landlords, property managers, and others offering rooms for rent.

Let your friends and acquaintances know that you are looking for a room to rent; they may potentially assist you in your search. It's also a good idea to utilize social media to spread the word about your search.

By having several options open at the same time, and receiving offers from several different landlords, you increase your chances of finding a landlord who is willing to offer a rent that suits your budget. It is important that you present yourself as a reliable and responsible tenant in your application if you want the landlord to grant you a favorable lease agreement. Even though you may not be able to reduce the actual rent price, the landlord might offer other benefits, such as a lower deposit.

Find a room with the right size and furnishing

When you are looking for a room to rent, you should consider both your current and potential future needs. The room should not only be appropriate in size for your current life situation but also be able to adapt to any changes you might be planning for the period you intend to live there, such as studies, job changes, or personal circumstances.

The size and layout of the room greatly affect your daily well-being and overall quality of life. Therefore, consider carefully what furnishing options are available when you move into the room.

Get additional inspiration on how to furnish your new room in the guide: 12 Steps to furnishing your room - Create a personal space that reflects your lifestyle.

Use your common sense when looking for room rentals

When renting a home, it is very important to check the landlord before transferring money to them. Always get legal help to review your lease agreement before you sign it. Arrange a viewing of the property, check the landlord's background, and get documentation of the landlord's right to rent the property before you sign or transfer money to the landlord. Most importantly: Use your common sense.

We have compiled a series of tips on what to be aware of in this guide: Guide: Check the landlord before payment.

About moving to a new room

Once you have made the decision to move into a rented room, it is time to start planning your move from your current home to the new room.

Moving to a room typically requires less organization compared to a whole apartment, but there are still important aspects to consider. We have created this checklist that you can use when you are moving: Room Moving Checklist. Read the guide well in advance before you move, so you are ready when it matters.

Room rental in Barcelona

If you have a vacant room that you want to rent out, you can find your new tenant via Housingtarget.com, which is one of Europe's leading online platforms for renting private homes. It is used by property administrators, property companies, real estate agents, housing associations, and private landlords who have vacant properties – including rooms for rent.

When you advertise your room for rent on Housingtarget.com, it is exposed to a wide segment of tenants. If you have a vacant room for rent, you can always create a property ad directly here. You can also actively search for potential tenants looking for a room here. Moreover, you are more than welcome to contact us via email at [email protected] for a quick dialogue. We are ready to assist you with good advice on your rental.

We have created this guide that describes the rental process from A-Z for you: Rent out your room – A 10-step guide.

What is student housing?

Student housing is a residence that is suitable for student accommodation. It will typically be a room - for instance, a dorm room - but it can also be a smaller apartment. Larger apartments, houses, and townhouses can also be used by students if several team up and share the dwelling. Some student accommodations and youth residences in general organizations and dormitories can only be rented to students and require documentation that you are enrolled in an approved study before you can apply for the residence.

Student housings can vary greatly in size and facilities. Some student housings offer individual rooms with shared kitchens and bathrooms, while others offer independent apartments with private kitchens and bathrooms. Additionally, some student housings have facilities such as libraries, study areas, communal rooms, laundries, etc., designed to support students' academic and social lives.

Some student housings are managed by educational institutions themselves, while others may be privately owned or managed by third-party companies that specialize in student housings.

How to find student housing in Barcelona

To find a residence suitable for student housing, you first need to get an overview of the market. Search online for housing associations and property companies offering student accommodations, and sign up at all relevant places. You can also set up a search agent on Housingtarget.com, so you are notified of properties suitable for student housing – e.g., vacant rooms and apartments for rent - in your area. Also, use social media in your search. Be generally active in your search process, as there can be many interested parties.

Learn more about how to find student housing in our guide: How to find a student accomodation.

What is youth housing?

Youth housing is a type of residence reserved for young people, often those who are undergoing education or are newly graduated. These homes are typically smaller and cheaper than other residences, so young people can afford to rent them.

Find a roommate or roomie in Barcelona

It can be a good idea to find a roomie or a roommate if you would like the option of renting a larger home but cannot afford to pay the rent yourself. You can try to find a roommate or roomie on our page with housing seekers looking for rooms to rent, including roommates.

Useful to know when you are looking for room in Barcelona

When you think of Barcelona, many will think home of one of the most famous football teams in the world, FC Barcelona, and the architectural treasures. 

Barcelona is also the second most populous city of Spain and the capital of the region Catalonia with 1,620,343 (2018) inhabitants and nearly 14 million tourists every year. It’s a true treasure of Spain and a common travel destination for tourists. 

As mentioned early a part of this fame is caused by the connected football team FC Barcelona, who attract many of the tourists at their home games at the Camp Nou, which is the largest stadium in Europe.

Barcelona has plenty of other sights and attractions that attract tourists and expats though. Barcelona is for many in Europe known as the mecca of artistic, historic and charming architecture. As you walk through the narrow streets that are woven tightly in the center of the old town, you can almost hear the centuries worth of stories the streets tell, and hear the many shoes, sandals and bare feet that have walked through these streets in the past.

The architecture transforms from a window into Roman-era Barcino to medieval constructions in the gothic area where the spears rise tall on top of the deeply decorated towers. Barcelona is especially known for some of the modern architecture you’ll meet on your stroll through the city as well. One of the most visited buildings is designed by the artist Gaudí and currently declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It can be described as a piece of an alternative universe with fairies, fantasy and magic, yet captured in a very authentic and exceptional piece of construction. 

While you take a troll through the city, you’ll at some point feel the prickling scents of freshly cooked food and baked pastry, as the city is additionally known for their outstandingly delicious gastronomic scene, mostly focused on the traditional Catalan cuisine

Surrounding the city a scenic landscape of the rolling hills of Collserola covered in forest provide several opportunities for outdoor activities such as hikes, biking trips etc. Barcelona is also located conveniently close to the sea, and by a short trip of 15 minutes from the center, you’ll reach the beach. The proximity to the sea means the climate in Barcelona is rather dependable as well. Not too cold summers, not too sweaty summers, all in all very comfortable.

Many expats choose to settle in Barcelona because of the many opportunities of cultural, outdoor and historical experiences, all in one city. The housing market is diverse and you’ll have plenty of options on both ends of the cost scale. Public transport is cheap and accessible, and there’s free public health care. The social life is equally attractive and you’ll feel more than welcome in the city as the locals get close with each other and many act as a large family.