Student housing

A kot is a student room or small accommodation located near a university or college campus. It can be a private room with shared facilities or a fully independent studio.

Start searching several months before the academic year begins. Use student housing platforms, join student groups and schedule visits early. Having your documents ready can help you secure a room faster.

Prices vary depending on the city and type of accommodation. Cities like Brussels, Leuven or Ghent are generally more expensive than smaller student cities. Utilities and additional costs should also be considered.

Yes, a student lease agreement is required. Carefully review the duration, notice period and deposit conditions before signing.

Good communication, mutual respect and shared responsibilities help create a positive living environment and a memorable student experience.

Moving into student housing is a decision you won’t regret. With your own place in a student city, there’s no need to wake up early to commute to class, and you get the chance to grow and develop at your own pace. No more stressing about catching the last train—you can stay out as late as you like. Living on your own also teaches you independence, since you’ll be taking care of the household and spending some time alone. But it’s also a time to make lifelong friendships, for example by cooking together. Need some inspiration? Check out our kot recipes.

On this kot page, you can search for a student room that becomes your new base. Whether you’re looking to settle in Antwerp, Ghent, Leuven, Brussels Etterbeek, Kortrijk, Bruges, Hasselt, Aalst or Mechelen, Student.be shows you the way. You can filter based on the type of accommodation you’re looking for. Want peace and quiet in a studio, or are you more of a social butterfly who thrives in a shared house? The choice is yours!

Want to read more about how to furnish your room affordably and cozily, what the pros and cons of student housing are, and when the best time is to start looking for a place? You’ll find it all on this page. And of course, a vibrant student city also offers plenty of opportunities to earn some extra money as a student. Looking for a student job? You’ll find it on our student jobs page. Still figuring out which study path to take? Maybe our study choice tips can help you out.