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SAE Institute Berlin is part of a worldwide network for creative media education and has been one of the most respected providers of training in Audio Engineering, Film, Game Art, Digital Film, Web Development and Animation since the original SAE was founded in Sydney in 1976. The Berlin location sits at Maybachufer 12 in Neukölln, right on the Landwehrkanal, and welcomes around 500 students who train in modern recording studios, film sets and computer labs. The institute belongs to the University for the Creative Arts group and awards internationally recognised Bachelor and Diploma qualifications.
According to the Spotahome Rent Index 2026, here is the available accommodation in Berlin and the average price by property type.
| Available accommodation | Total | Average price |
|---|---|---|
| Rooms in Berlin | +2,600 | 680 € |
| Apartments in Berlin | +1,600 | 1,858 € |
| Studios in Berlin | +1,300 | 1,260 € |
| Residences in Berlin | 76 | 862 € |
These four districts sit closest to the campus on Maybachufer and combine a young, creative vibe with short walks or rides to class:
In these four neighbourhoods around SAE Berlin, Spotahome lists more than +1,300 properties. Every unit comes fully furnished and ready to live in from your first day in Berlin.
SAE Berlin offers practice-oriented programmes in Audio Engineering, Game Art, Animation, Cross Media Production and Web Development. Bachelor degrees are validated by the University of the West of Scotland or the University for the Creative Arts. The SAE group runs more than 50 locations in over 25 countries, making it the world's largest network for creative media education. Students benefit from small class sizes, generous studio time and instructors who actively work in the industry.
SAE Berlin regularly welcomes international students through its global SAE network and supports inbound and outbound student mobility through the Erasmus+ programme. A semester in Berlin means access to one of the most exciting creative scenes in Europe: experimental clubs in Friedrichshain, galleries in Kreuzberg, indie labels in Neukölln and the Berlinale film festival each February.
The campus on Maybachufer 12 is easy to reach by public transport in just a few minutes:
Most SAE students choose creative districts in eastern and southern Berlin.
Prices vary by property type. The table below shows the range of average prices in Neukölln, Kreuzberg, Friedrichshain and Alt-Treptow according to the Spotahome Rent Index 2026.
| Accommodation type | Average price | Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Room in a shared flat | 662 € - 700 € | 452 |
| Studio | 1,050 € - 1,295 € | 367 |
| Whole apartment | 1,710 € - 2,030 € | 507 |
The most popular choice for SAE students is by far a room in Berlin: low rent, social atmosphere and bills covered in the vast majority of listings.
Start your search two to three months in advance. SAE Berlin runs intakes every term, so demand stays steady. Spotahome lets you book online from anywhere, so you can lock in your room before traveling.
Every Spotahome listing is verified before publication: photos, descriptions and amenities are reviewed. If the apartment doesn't match the listing on move-in day, report it within the first 24 hours and our team will help with mediation, relocation or alternatives.
The deposit is usually one to two months of rent and is paid directly to the landlord. On listings tagged "Deposit protected", Spotahome refunds you directly if the landlord doesn't return the deposit within three months of move-out and you've met the contract terms. Deposit-free listings are also available and can be filtered in the search.
No guarantor is needed. You only need a valid ID or passport, proof of student or worker status, and a payment method. Once the landlord accepts the booking, they may request proof of income and a direct debit authorisation to finalise the contract.
The monthly rent on Spotahome always includes rent, Grundsteuer property tax and Hausgeld community fees. Utilities such as electricity, water, gas and Wi-Fi are included in many listings.
Read the listing description carefully to see exactly what is covered.
Spotahome is the ideal platform for SAE Berlin students because it offers:
Spotahome has been helping students find accommodation since 2014, and more than 200,000 have already booked with us.
