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Graz

Austria

Graz is a major student and professional destination in Austria. Trams, cycling and proximity to campus often make living in the tourist centre unnecessary.

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Safety 87/100
Affordability 65/100
Student-friendly 97/100
Nightlife 79/100
Transport 88/100

Last reviewed: Aug 26, 2026. The map is an editorial aid, not a complete administrative boundary set. Rent, budgets and scores are planning ranges: verify the exact listing, contract, campus and local operator.

Quick answer

Living in Graz: what to know first

The essentials before you compare the details. A figure is marked as verified only when it is linked to a source.

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Room rent

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Getting around

Local mobility relies on S-Bahn Steiermark, Holding Graz. Check routes, fares, student eligibility and last services with the official operators linked below.

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Neighborhoods to compare

4 neighborhoods compared

Geidorf · Innere Stadt–Lend · St. Leonhard

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Universities

1 universities in this guide

University of Graz

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First steps

Where to start for Graz

Follow this order to narrow your options without taking in everything at once.

  1. Shortlist 2–3 neighborhoods

    Compare student life, safety and the real commute to campus.
  2. Check housing and budget

    Use estimates as a guide, then verify the listing, contract and current costs.
  3. Verify your documents

    Check registration, visa or permit requirements before making payments.

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Neighborhood ranking

Best neighborhoods for students

  1. Geidorf 101/100
  2. Innere Stadt–Lend 97/100
  3. St. Leonhard 97/100
  4. Eggenberg 97/100

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

  1. Innere Stadt–Lend 97/100
  2. Geidorf 101/100
  3. St. Leonhard 97/100
  4. Eggenberg 97/100

Best neighborhoods for quiet living

  1. Geidorf 101/100
  2. St. Leonhard 97/100
  3. Eggenberg 97/100
  4. Innere Stadt–Lend 97/100

Best neighborhoods for low rent

  1. Eggenberg ~440 EUR
  2. St. Leonhard ~500 EUR
  3. Geidorf ~510 EUR
  4. Innere Stadt–Lend ~560 EUR

Best neighborhoods for safety

  1. Eggenberg 97/100
  2. Geidorf 101/100
  3. St. Leonhard 97/100
  4. Innere Stadt–Lend 97/100

Neighborhood cards

Where to live in Graz

Geidorf

Student hub

Geidorf is useful to compare for access to University of Graz and connections such as Tram, Cycle.

Room
~510 EUR
Studio
~826 EUR
Apartment
~1,173 EUR

~ editorial estimate to verify

Safety 87 Student-friendly 101 Nightlife 61 Commute 88
Pros
  • student-friendly: 101/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: ~510 EUR.
  • Useful for University of Graz.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Innere Stadt–Lend

Nightlife

Innere Stadt–Lend is useful to compare for access to University of Graz and connections such as Tram, Bus.

Room
~560 EUR
Studio
~907 EUR
Apartment
~1,288 EUR

~ editorial estimate to verify

Safety 84 Student-friendly 97 Nightlife 79 Commute 88
Pros
  • student-friendly: 97/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: ~560 EUR.
  • Useful for University of Graz.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
nightlifestudent-friendlytransport

St. Leonhard

Student hub

St. Leonhard is useful to compare for access to TU Graz and connections such as Tram, Bus.

Room
~500 EUR
Studio
~810 EUR
Apartment
~1,150 EUR

~ editorial estimate to verify

Safety 87 Student-friendly 97 Nightlife 61 Commute 88
Pros
  • student-friendly: 97/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: ~500 EUR.
  • Useful for TU Graz.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Eggenberg

Lower rent

Eggenberg is useful to compare for access to FH Joanneum and connections such as Tram, Train.

Room
~440 EUR
Studio
~713 EUR
Apartment
~1,012 EUR

~ editorial estimate to verify

Safety 90 Student-friendly 97 Nightlife 61 Commute 88
Pros
  • student-friendly: 97/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: ~440 EUR.
  • Useful for FH Joanneum.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
lower rentstudent-friendlytransport

Study

Major universities in Graz

Rent analysis

Average rent by neighborhood

Indicative monthly asking levels for rooms, studios and apartments.

rent figure with a linked source editorial estimate to verify

Indicative monthly rent by neighborhood in Graz
Neighborhood cardsRoomStudioApartment
Innere Stadt–Lend~560 EUR~907 EUR~1,288 EUR
Geidorf~510 EUR~826 EUR~1,173 EUR
St. Leonhard~500 EUR~810 EUR~1,150 EUR
Eggenberg~440 EUR~713 EUR~1,012 EUR

Cheapest: Eggenberg, St. Leonhard, Geidorf

Mid-range: Eggenberg, St. Leonhard, Geidorf

Premium: Innere Stadt–Lend, Geidorf, St. Leonhard

Safety

Safety notes

Safer neighborhoods

Innere Stadt–Lend, Geidorf, St. Leonhard

Areas to be careful with

crowded transport hubs and nightlife areas late at night, isolated streets and the last leg after evening services

  • Risk varies by street and time; housing fraud is a common arrival risk.

Student perspective: Compare the real campus journey and evening return before choosing housing.

Nightlife

Where to go out

Innere Stadt–Lend

food, events and social life

Check noise, prices and the evening journey home.

Geidorf

food, events and social life

Check noise, prices and the evening journey home.

Transport

Getting around Graz

Local mobility relies on S-Bahn Steiermark, Holding Graz. Check routes, fares, student eligibility and last services with the official operators linked below.

Metro S-Bahn Steiermark
Tram / busBus, tram or local services complement the main network; verify the exact stop and evening frequency.
TrainTransport data under review
Pass info Verify the current student product, age or residence conditions and required proof directly with the operator.
WalkabilityTransport data under review
Bike-friendlinessTransport data under review

Transport sources Holding Graz

Cost of living

Monthly budget estimate

Reference monthly budget Data under review

Spending items

Food Data under review
Transport Data under review
Utilities Data under review
Coffee / bars Data under review

Figures are not published until they are checked and linked to a source.

Transparency

Graz data sources and updates

Check where the data comes from, which fields each source covers and when it was reviewed. One source does not automatically validate other figures.

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Next review by:

2 registered references

2/2 with a check date

Policy: review within 12 months. Status and date apply to the individual reference, not the whole city.

Budget and cost of living 0

No specific source is registered yet: related figures remain indicative or under review.

Transport 1

Holding Graz

Current check
Checked on
Covers
Getting around · Metro · Tram / bus · Pass info
Local rent 0

No specific source is registered yet: related figures remain indicative or under review.

Map and boundaries 1

Decision guide

Pros and cons of living in Graz

5 strengths

  1. Local mobility relies on S-Bahn Steiermark, Holding Graz. Check routes, fares, student eligibility and last services with the official operators linked below.
  2. University of Graz: poli di studio rilevanti per la città.
  3. Compare the real campus journey and evening return before choosing housing.
  4. Housing, campus distance and utilities have the largest impact; these figures are planning ranges, not guaranteed quotes.
  5. Innere Stadt–Lend, Geidorf, St. Leonhard sono tra le zone analizzate nella guida.

5 drawbacks

  1. Risk varies by street and time; housing fraud is a common arrival risk.
  2. Availability changes quickly
  3. The map is an editorial aid, not a complete administrative boundary set. Rent, budgets and scores are planning ranges: verify the exact listing, contract, campus and local operator.

FAQ

Questions about moving to Graz

Which area is best for a student?

Geidorf is a useful first comparison, but campus, contract and the real journey matter more than the district name.

How much should I budget for a room?

Rooms in the analysed areas start at roughly € 440 per month. This is a planning estimate, not a guaranteed quote.

Can I pay before viewing the property?

Paying before verification is risky. Request a live video, proof of the right to rent, the full agreement and beneficiary checks first.

Does the map show every official boundary?

No. It shows validated real areas useful for orientation; the map note states the source, coverage and limitations.