Apartments and rooms near EAE Business School

Founded in 1958 and part of the Grupo Planeta education network, EAE Business School is one of Spain's largest and most international business schools, with a track record of training more than 77,000 managers and professionals from over 100 nationalities. Its Barcelona campus sits in the Eixample, spread across buildings on Carrer d'Aragó and Carrer de Tarragona close to Plaça d'Espanya, where it runs bachelor's degrees, master's programmes and MBAs in business, marketing, finance and management. EAE also has a campus in Madrid, but Barcelona is its founding home and the centre of its undergraduate and master's student life.

According to the Spotahome Rent Index 2026, these are the available accommodation in Barcelona options and their average price by property type.

Best neighbourhoods near EAE Business School

These are the four areas closest to the Aragó and Tarragona campus, picked for their proximity to EAE and the breadth of accommodation on offer:

• La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample: a classic grid neighbourhood of straight avenues, local shops and good metro links, sitting right around the campus. It is practical and central, with plenty of choice. Apartments in La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample average about 2,450 €, while shared rooms hover near 690 €.
• Sant Antoni: one of the city's trendiest districts, known for its renovated market, brunch spots and a relaxed but buzzy atmosphere a few blocks from campus. Apartments in Sant Antoni average around 1,895 €, with rooms close to 785 €.
• Hostafrancs: a friendly, down-to-earth neighbourhood next to Plaça d'Espanya, with traditional commerce and some of the best value in the area. Apartments in Hostafrancs average about 1,490 €, the lowest of the four.
• Sants: a well-connected, lively district built around the main train station, full of squares, markets and everyday life. Apartments in Sants average around 1,575 €, with rooms near 720 €.

Across these four neighbourhoods there are more than 750 properties available near EAE, and every Spotahome listing is fully furnished and ready to move into the day you arrive.

What you should know about EAE Business School

EAE focuses on management education, with strengths in marketing, finance, supply chain, project management and human resources across its bachelor's, master's and MBA portfolio. Classes are taught in both Spanish and English, and the school draws a strongly international crowd, so the Eixample around the campus is well used to students arriving from abroad. The Aragó and Tarragona buildings offer libraries, study areas and event spaces, and their location near Plaça d'Espanya puts the trade-fair district, Montjuïc and the city centre all within easy reach. For programme details, intake dates and admissions, the official EAE website is the place to look.

Erasmus Life at EAE Business School and in Barcelona

EAE works with a broad network of partner universities and runs exchange and study-abroad options that bring international students onto campus each semester, all coordinated through its international programmes office. Living in Barcelona as an exchange student means a city that mixes Mediterranean beaches with a packed cultural calendar, affordable public transport and a young population spread across dozens of campuses. The student associations at EAE organise trips, networking events and social nights, which makes the first few weeks an easy way to build a circle.

How to get to EAE Business School from Barcelona city centre

The campus near Plaça d'Espanya is very central and easy to reach from almost anywhere in the city:

• Metro line 1: from Plaça Catalunya to Rocafort or Urgell takes around 5 to 8 minutes, leaving a short walk to the campus.
• Metro lines 1, 3 and 8: all converge at Espanya, just a few minutes' walk from the Tarragona building.
• Bus: lines such as the H12, 13 and 91 cross the Eixample and stop close to Carrer d'Aragó.

Common questions (FAQ) about renting near EAE Business School

Which are the best neighbourhoods for students near EAE Business School in Barcelona?

The best student areas mix an affordable, sociable vibe with a quick commute to the Plaça d'Espanya campus.

• Sant Antoni: young, fashionable and packed with cafés and bars, it is a favourite among students. Rooms in Sant Antoni average around 785 €, and it is a 10-minute walk or one metro stop from campus.
• La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample: central, well priced and full of shared flats, with rooms in La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample near 690 € and the campus just a few blocks away.
• Sants: a true student hub thanks to its transport links and lower rents, with rooms in Sants around 720 € and a 10 to 15-minute metro or walk to EAE.

These three give you the best balance of price, atmosphere and a short trip to class.

How much does student accommodation near EAE Business School cost?

The Spotahome Rent Index 2026 shows clear price ranges for the neighbourhoods around the campus.

A room in a shared flat is the most popular choice near EAE, with the largest number of listings and the friendliest prices for a student budget. If you prefer your own space, a studio in La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample is a self-contained option close to campus, with an average price around 1,700 € and bills included in a share of the listings, so always check what each monthly figure covers.

When should I start looking for accommodation near EAE Business School?

Start early, because the Eixample fills up fast before term begins.

• EAE's main intake runs in September and October, so the best central listings disappear over the summer.
• Booking two to three months ahead gives you the widest choice in Sant Antoni and the Esquerra de l'Eixample.
• Reserving online before you travel lets you sign from home and move straight into a furnished flat.

A spring or early-summer search is the calmest way to lock in a good room.

How does Spotahome verify properties and what happens if the apartment doesn't match the listing?

Each home goes through a listing verification process before publication, so what you see online reflects the real property.

• If the flat doesn't match the listing on arrival, report it within the first 24 hours.
• The Spotahome team then helps resolve it, whether by mediating with the landlord or arranging alternative accommodation.

It is a practical safeguard when you are booking a home in a city you may not have visited yet.

How much deposit do I have to pay? And when is it returned?

The deposit is set by each landlord, usually one or two months' rent.

• On properties tagged "Deposit protected", if the landlord fails to return it within three months of move-out and you met the contract terms, Spotahome refunds the deposit to you directly.
• Many listings also come with no deposit at all, and you can filter for these in the search.

Check the listing before booking to see which case applies.

Do I need a guarantor to rent on Spotahome?

No, you do not need a local guarantor or a Spanish payslip to book.

• To reserve, you generally only need your ID or passport, your acceptance letter or student or worker credentials, and a payment method.
• After the landlord accepts the booking, they may request proof of solvency and a bank direct debit to finalise the contract.

Having these ready in advance keeps the final step quick and smooth.

What is included in the monthly rent? What is not?

The monthly rent always includes the rent itself, the property tax and the building service charges. Utilities (electricity, gas, water and Wi-Fi) are included in many listings but not in all of them. In some properties a fixed monthly amount is applied instead. What's never included are personal items or food. Optional services like weekly cleaning or a parking space are usually paid separately. Always read each listing's description carefully to know exactly what each property covers.

Why is Spotahome the best option for Erasmus and other students at EAE Business School?

Spotahome is the ideal platform for EAE students because it offers:

• A wide choice near EAE: more than 750 homes in areas like Sant Antoni, La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample and Sants, many less than 15 minutes from campus.
• Affordable options: nearly 500 rooms in shared flats, with an average price around 720 €/month and bills included in many cases.
• 100% online booking: you can rent from any country or city before you even arrive in Barcelona.
• Flexible contracts: stays of 3 to 11 months, ideal for exchange terms, with room for shorter or longer periods too.
• Lower cost: commissions are lower than those of traditional estate agencies.

Spotahome has been helping students find accommodation since 2014, and more than 200,000 have already booked with us.