Housing FAQ

Students enrolled at the following institutions are eligible:

• University of Mannheim
• Mannheim University of Applied Sciences
• DHBW Mannheim
• Mannheim University of Music
• Popakademie.

Students enrolled in Mannheim institutions are given priority. Applicants from other universities may still apply by selecting “Other” or Medizinische Fakultät Mannheim-HD during the online application process, but the chances of receiving accommodation are generally lower.

No. Due to high demand we cannot guarantee a room. Please apply as early as possible, even if you have not yet received your admission letter.

Shared flats are usually furnished. Single and double apartments are available furnished or semi-furnished. Semi-furnished means a kitchen is provided, but no additional furniture.

Your contract states the

• room type,
• residence hall,
• address and
• room number

The following room-types are offered:

• Single rooms in a shared flat (WG)
• Single apartment (furnished or semi-furnished)
• Doublette (furnished or semi-furnished)
• Parent-Child Apartment
• Couples Apartment

Note: semi-furnished apartments and doublets have a kitchenette but no other furnishings.

You can find information, amenities, and photos on our website. Unfortunately, additional photos or floor plans are not available.

The Mieterportal 24h is a an online-tenant-portal for all tenants living in one of our student residences.

The portal allows you to:

• book appointments
• report maintenance issues
• upload enrolment certificates
• update your personal and bank details
• apply for contract extensions or transfers

Subletting is only permitted with prior approval and under certain conditions.

You can find more information about subletting here: https://www.stw-ma.de/en/housing/sublet/

Extensions are possible subject to approval. Applications must be submitted at least three months before the contract ends.

Contracts do not renew automatically.

Room changes are generally not possible and are only considered in exceptional cases.

Update them through the Tenant Portal or notify us in writing.

During office hours contact the Hausbetreuung immediately.

Outside office hours contact the emergency service. Emergency opening is subject to a charge.

Fixed-term contracts end automatically. If you wish to move out earlier, the notice periods in the General Rental Conditions apply.

Regular termination periods depend on your institution. The tenant has the right to terminate the lease in writing, subject to a three-month notice period, effective August 31, September 30, or depending on which institution the tenant is affiliated with.

In addition, the following different termination notice periods apply depending on the tenant’s institution:

• February 28: Students at Mannheim University of Applied Sciences
• March 31: DHBW, Popakademie, Mannheim University of Music
• July 31: Students at the University of Mannheim

Terminations due to withdrawal from the university take effect 4 weeks before the end of the month following submission of the withdrawal certificate.

Book your move-out appointment in time. The room must be completely emptied, cleaned and all keys returned.

Normally within 6–8 weeks after the tenancy ends, provided there are no outstanding claims.