Barcelona is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is a beach city with a long and wonderful history and heritage.
The city is a large real estate goldfield and it is quite easy to find an apartment to rent. However, there are several factors that you need to consider to get the best apartment for your living needs.
Size of the apartment
With some of the most expensive real estate around the world, studio apartments in Barcelona will vary in size.
For a student, you can get a small and cozy studio apartment that you will only need to be in when you are out of class. To get a larger studio, you will need to search for longer and pay more in rent.
Roommates
Most studio apartments available in Barcelona are shared. They will have a common living area and a kitchen.
Find a place where you can easily co-exist with your roommates. If you look for a studio near your university, it is likely that you will get one to share with your schoolmates.
Sharing with those you have something in common with is better than having to a share a common living room with retirees on holiday.
Avoid the city center
Barcelona is quite noisy. It has a very active night life as a result of the large number of tourists it attracts. Also there are other numerous activities that take place in the night for example street cleaning and garbage collection which happens late into the night.
As a student, living in the city will ensure that you will never make it to your early morning classes. This is due to the din of all that is going on outside your apartment. With only a few hours of peaceful sleep, you will be completely exhausted by end of day.
Use an agency
If you need a place to stay urgently, it is much easier and advisable to use a real estate agency. Rental agencies will help you move in quickly as they have more information on the availability of student friendly housing around a particular area.
Housing websites are the best agency to use especially if you are new in Barcelona.
Though not quite common, you can also get to rent a property directly from the owner which could help lower the cost on your rent.
What is your preference
As a student, you have choices on where you get to stay. You can live in a youth hostel, an apartment or even in the universities halls of residence.
If you choose to live in studio apartment, shared or individually, be prepared to ask for help to get just the right one for your taste and personality.
Conclusion
Looking for a studio apartment in Barcelona is not an easy task. There are numerous factors to consider about the apartments and your personal preferences.
With these tips, you can easily get an apartment that ensures you live in peace throughout your study period.
