Apartments and rooms near Telefunken-Hochhaus

The Telefunken-Hochhaus is one of Charlottenburg's best-known landmarks, a 22-storey high-rise built in the early 1960s on Ernst-Reuter-Platz, at the western end of Straße des 17. Juni. Today it is home to the SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences, a private, state-recognised university with around 1,000 students from more than 70 nations, offering English- and German-taught bachelor's and master's programmes in business, technology, design, media and psychology. With its commanding views over west Berlin and a direct U-Bahn connection, the building puts students right in the middle of the city's academic and creative life.

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

Best neighbourhoods near the Telefunken-Hochhaus

These are the four areas closest to the Telefunken-Hochhaus on Ernst-Reuter-Platz, chosen for their proximity and the amount of accommodation available nearby:

• Charlottenburg: the building's own neighbourhood, elegant and metropolitan, home to Charlottenburg Palace, the Kurfürstendamm and the largest rental pool of the four. Apartments in Charlottenburg average around 1,675 €, while shared rooms sit close to 670 €.
• Wilmersdorf: a comfortable district just south, full of handsome pre-war buildings, cafés and good transport links. Apartments in Wilmersdorf average about 1,965 €, with rooms near 640 €.
• Moabit: a central, increasingly popular district surrounded by water, with markets, parks and the largest pool of shared rooms in the area, just northeast across the Spree. Apartments in Moabit average around 1,774 €, with rooms close to 716 €.
• Westend: a quiet, leafy residential area to the west, with villas, wide streets and the trade-fair grounds nearby. Apartments here average about 2,120 €, with rooms close to 672 €.

Across these four neighbourhoods there are more than 950 properties available near the Telefunken-Hochhaus, and every Spotahome listing is fully furnished and ready to move into the day you arrive.

What you should know about the Telefunken-Hochhaus

The Telefunken-Hochhaus was a symbol of West Berlin's post-war rebuilding and remains one of the tallest buildings around Ernst-Reuter-Platz, today best known as the home of SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences. The university teaches in a practice-oriented, project-based style across business, technology, design, media and psychology, much of it in English, and draws students from more than 70 nations. The location is hard to beat: the U-Bahn runs directly below the square, the Technical University of Berlin sits next door along Straße des 17. Juni, and the Tiergarten and Ku'damm are both a few minutes away. For programme and admissions details, the official SRH Berlin website is the best reference.

Erasmus Life at the Telefunken-Hochhaus and in Berlin

The university based in the Telefunken-Hochhaus works with a network of partner institutions and welcomes exchange students each term, supported through its international office. Living in Berlin as an exchange student means a city with a huge cultural calendar, cheap public transport, plenty of green space and a young population spread across many universities. With the cluster of campuses around Ernst-Reuter-Platz and a busy student scene across the city, settling in tends to happen fast.

How to get to the Telefunken-Hochhaus from Berlin city centre

The Telefunken-Hochhaus stands right on Ernst-Reuter-Platz, with quick links from the centre:

• U-Bahn line U2: Ernst-Reuter-Platz station is directly beneath the building, a direct ride from Mitte in about 12 minutes.
• S-Bahn: Tiergarten and Zoologischer Garten stations are a short walk or one stop away.
• Bus: the M45 and 245 stop right on Ernst-Reuter-Platz.

Common questions (FAQ) about renting near the Telefunken-Hochhaus

Which are the best neighbourhoods for students near the Telefunken-Hochhaus in Berlin?

The top student areas combine a genuine young scene with a short ride to Ernst-Reuter-Platz.

• Charlottenburg: central, lively and full of students, with the largest choice in the area. Rooms in Charlottenburg average around 670 €, and the building is a short walk or one U-Bahn stop away.
• Moabit: central, well connected and more affordable, with the biggest pool of shared rooms nearby, rooms in Moabit around 716 € and a quick ride across the Spree.
• Wilmersdorf: comfortable and well connected, popular with students, with rooms in Wilmersdorf near 640 €.

For the biggest rental pool, Charlottenburg leads; for value and choice, Moabit is a strong pick.

How much does student accommodation near the Telefunken-Hochhaus cost?

The Spotahome Rent Index 2026 gives clear price ranges for the neighbourhoods around Ernst-Reuter-Platz.

A room in a shared flat is the most popular choice around the Telefunken-Hochhaus, keeping costs down in west Berlin and making it easy to meet people early on. If you would rather have your own space, a studio in Charlottenburg is a self-contained option close by, with an average price around 1,590 € and bills included in a good share of listings, so check what each monthly figure covers.

When should I start looking for accommodation near the Telefunken-Hochhaus?

Start early, because Berlin's rental market moves fast before each intake.

• The university based here runs intakes in spring and autumn, so demand peaks beforehand.
• Booking two to three months ahead gives you the widest choice in Charlottenburg and the western districts.
• Reserving online before you arrive lets you sign from home and walk into a furnished flat on day one.

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

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

Every home goes through a listing verification process before it goes live, so the photos and details match the real property.

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

It is a practical safety net when you are booking a home from abroad.

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

Check the listing before booking to see which option applies.

Do I need a guarantor to rent on Spotahome?

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

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

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

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

The monthly price always covers the rent, the property tax and the building service charges. Many listings also bundle utilities (electricity, gas, water and Wi-Fi), although not every property does. Some apply a fixed monthly fee instead. Personal items and food are never part of the rent, and optional extras such as weekly cleaning or a parking space are usually charged on top. Read each listing carefully before booking to know exactly what's covered.

Why is Spotahome the best option for Erasmus and other students at the Telefunken-Hochhaus?

Spotahome is the ideal platform for students at the Telefunken-Hochhaus because it offers:

• A wide choice nearby: more than 950 homes in areas like Charlottenburg, Moabit and Wilmersdorf, many less than 15 minutes from Ernst-Reuter-Platz.
• Affordable options: over 540 rooms in shared flats, with an average price around 690 €/month and bills included in many cases.
• 100% online booking: you can rent from any country or city before you even arrive in Berlin.
• 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.