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Copenaghen

Denmark

Copenaghen is a major university destination in Denmark. Compare housing, campus access, public transport and contract conditions on the exact address before committing.

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Safety 88/100
Affordability 35/100
Student-friendly 96/100
Nightlife 91/100
Transport 98/100

Last reviewed: 2026-08-26. Rent, scores and commute notes are indicative and should be verified before real decisions.

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Neighborhood ranking

Best neighborhoods for students

  1. Frederiksberg 100/100
  2. Indre By–Nørrebro 96/100
  3. Amager 96/100
  4. Valby 96/100

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

  1. Indre By–Nørrebro 96/100
  2. Frederiksberg 100/100
  3. Amager 96/100
  4. Valby 96/100

Best neighborhoods for quiet living

  1. Frederiksberg 100/100
  2. Amager 96/100
  3. Valby 96/100
  4. Indre By–Nørrebro 96/100

Best neighborhoods for low rent

  1. Valby 5,700 EUR
  2. Amager 6,200 EUR
  3. Frederiksberg 6,800 EUR
  4. Indre By–Nørrebro 7,200 EUR

Best neighborhoods for safety

  1. Valby 96/100
  2. Frederiksberg 100/100
  3. Amager 96/100
  4. Indre By–Nørrebro 96/100

Neighborhood cards

Where to live in Copenaghen

Frederiksberg

Student hub

Frederiksberg is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
6,800 EUR
Studio
11,016 EUR
Apartment
15,640 EUR
Safety 88 Student-friendly 100 Nightlife 73 Commute 98
Pros
  • student-friendly: 100/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 6,800 EUR.
  • Useful for CBS / University of Copenhagen.
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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Indre By–Nørrebro

Nightlife

Indre By–Nørrebro is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
7,200 EUR
Studio
11,664 EUR
Apartment
16,560 EUR
Safety 85 Student-friendly 96 Nightlife 91 Commute 98
Pros
  • transport: 98/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 7,200 EUR.
  • Useful for University of Copenhagen.
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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Amager

Balanced

Amager is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
6,200 EUR
Studio
10,044 EUR
Apartment
14,260 EUR
Safety 88 Student-friendly 96 Nightlife 73 Commute 98
Pros
  • transport: 98/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 6,200 EUR.
  • Useful for University of Copenhagen South Campus.
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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Valby

Quiet

Valby is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
5,700 EUR
Studio
9,234 EUR
Apartment
13,110 EUR
Safety 91 Student-friendly 96 Nightlife 73 Commute 98
Pros
  • transport: 98/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 5,700 EUR.
  • Useful for campus via S-train.
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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Study

Major universities in Copenaghen

Rent analysis

Average rent by neighborhood

Indicative monthly asking levels for rooms, studios and apartments.

Indre By–Nørrebro
7,200 EUR
Frederiksberg
6,800 EUR
Amager
6,200 EUR
Valby
5,700 EUR
Neighborhood cardsRoomStudioApartment
Indre By–Nørrebro7,200 EUR11,664 EUR16,560 EUR
Frederiksberg6,800 EUR11,016 EUR15,640 EUR
Amager6,200 EUR10,044 EUR14,260 EUR
Valby5,700 EUR9,234 EUR13,110 EUR

Cheapest: Valby, Amager, Frederiksberg

Mid-range: Valby, Amager, Frederiksberg

Premium: Indre By–Nørrebro, Frederiksberg, Amager

Safety

Safety notes

Safer neighborhoods

Frederiksberg, Amager, Valby

Areas to be careful with

nodi di trasporto affollati e aree nightlife a tarda ora, strade isolate e rientri dopo l’ultimo servizio

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

Student perspective: Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Nightlife

Where to go out

Indre By–Nørrebro

food, events and social life

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Frederiksberg

food, events and social life

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Transport

Getting around Copenaghen

Use the official operator linked below for routes, fares, student eligibility and last services; products from different operators may not be interchangeable.

Metro Copenhagen MetroS-train
Tram / busMovia gestisce la rete bus metropolitana.
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Pass info Verify the current student product, age or residence conditions and the required proof directly with the operator.
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Bike-friendlinessTransport data under review

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Cost of living

Monthly budget estimate

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Spending items

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

Decision guide

Pros and cons of living in Copenaghen

5 strengths

  1. Use the official operator linked below for routes, fares, student eligibility and last services; products from different operators may not be interchangeable.
  2. University of Copenhagen: poli di studio rilevanti per la città.
  3. Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.
  4. Casa, distanza dal campus e consumi sono le variabili che incidono di più; le cifre non sono preventivi garantiti.
  5. Indre By–Nørrebro, Frederiksberg, Amager sono tra le zone analizzate nella guida.

5 drawbacks

  1. Risk varies by street and time; housing fraud is a common arrival risk.
  2. Fast-changing availability
  3. Rent, scores and commute notes are indicative and should be verified before real decisions.

FAQ

Questions about moving to Copenaghen

Which area is best for a student?

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

How much should I budget for a room?

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Does the map show every official boundary?

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