Shared flats
From 580 EUR / 4 weeks
A practical setup for students who want autonomy while staying connected to an international learning community.
Best for: independent routines
Accommodation
Live in Bremen with clarity and trust
Shared flats or host families: both pathways are supported by CASA with transparent expectations.
Accommodation options
Two primary options for your stay
Less option overload, more clarity: shared flats or host families.
Host families
From 580 EUR / 4 weeks
Ideal for students who want daily spoken German and local cultural experience beyond the classroom.
Best for: daily language immersion
Signature
Housing expectations playbook
Availability, deposit, placement fee, and support expectations are clarified before booking.
2026 planning basis
EUR 580 for 4 weeks, EUR 145 per additional week, plus EUR 50 placement fee.
Deposit and condition
The EUR 580 deposit is settled after departure based on room and key condition.
Holidays and timing
Christmas and Easter periods may add EUR 145 per week; cancellations are planned around a 4-week period.
Human story
Housing as part of language progress
A suitable living setup improves focus, daily rhythm, and spoken confidence.
- Arrive with clear expectations
- Support for practical adjustments
- More stability for class start and integration
Side-by-side comparison
Shared Flats vs Host Families
A practical comparison by daily rhythm, language exposure, and structure.
| Focus | Shared Flats | Host Families |
|---|---|---|
| Daily routine | Independent | Family integrated |
| Language exposure | Peer-based | Daily conversation |
| Best for | Flexible self-management | Cultural immersion |
| Privacy | Higher - own room with independent routine | Moderate - shared family rhythm |
| Utilities | Usually included, depends on flat policy | Typically included |
| Home language immersion | Varies with roommates | High through daily family conversation |
| Support response | CASA housing team plus house policy | CASA housing team plus host contact |
Housing story
Settle well, learn better
"Teachers really care. I gained confidence to speak German outside class within a few weeks."
Former intensive student - Brazil
The right housing setup creates stability for your classes and daily life in Bremen.
How requests work
Request accommodation in three steps
Fast, transparent, and backed by clear support communication.
- 1
Share preference
Choose shared flat or host family.
- 2
Receive matching options
Receive suitable options with details.
- 3
Confirm and move in
Check-in details are shared next.
Accommodation & daily life
Practical guide to living in Germany
Everything international students need to know about day-to-day life in a German shared flat.