Apartments and rooms near IED

A leading name in design education, IED – Istituto Europeo di Design has trained creatives since 1966 and runs schools of design, visual arts, fashion and communication across Italy and Spain. In Rome, its main site for design and visual arts is on Via Alcamo, between the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano and the Pigneto district, with its fashion and communication school in the heart of Testaccio. With Rome's blend of classical heritage and contemporary creativity, IED gives its students a vivid setting in which to study.

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

Best neighbourhoods near IED Rome

These are the four areas closest to IED's Rome sites, chosen for their proximity and the amount of accommodation available nearby:

• Tuscolano: the campus's own area around Via Alcamo, a lively, well-connected residential district with the largest rental pool of the four and good value. Shared rooms here average around 650 €, the lowest nearby, with apartments near 1,650 €.
• Celio: a green, central rione between the Colosseum and San Giovanni, quiet and historic. Apartments in Celio average around 2,068 €, with studios near 2,133 €.
• Esquilino: a lively, multicultural district by Termini, central and very well connected. Shared rooms here average around 730 €, with apartments near 2,410 €.
• Testaccio: the home of IED's fashion school, a foodie, nightlife-rich district by the river. Apartments in Testaccio average around 2,310 €, with studios near 1,914 €.

Across these four neighbourhoods there are more than 350 properties available near IED Rome, and every Spotahome listing is fully furnished and ready to move into the day you arrive.

What you should know about IED Rome

IED teaches design, visual arts, fashion and communication in a hands-on, studio-based style, with a creative, international student community spread across its Rome sites. The Via Alcamo school sits between San Giovanni and the bohemian Pigneto, while the fashion school occupies a building in the heart of Testaccio, so the surrounding districts are full of studios, markets and nightlife. Both areas are well connected by metro and tram, with the centre a few minutes away. For programme details, dates and admissions, the official IED Rome website is the best reference.

Erasmus Life at IED Rome and in Rome

IED works with a network of partner institutions and welcomes exchange and international students across its programmes, with support handled through its international office. Living in Rome as a design student means a city where classical heritage meets a vibrant contemporary scene, with an unmatched cultural calendar, a warm climate and a young population spread across several universities. Student associations and the city's exchange networks run constant events, trips and aperitivos, which makes settling in quick and easy.

How to get to IED Rome from Rome city centre

The Via Alcamo school is central and easy to reach:

• Metro line A: San Giovanni and Re di Roma stations are a short walk from the campus.
• Tram: line 3 links the area with San Lorenzo, Testaccio and the university quarter.
• Bus: numerous lines serve San Giovanni and the Tuscolano grid.

Common questions (FAQ) about renting near IED Rome

Which are the best neighbourhoods for students near IED Rome in Rome?

The top student areas combine a genuine young scene with a short ride to IED's Rome sites.

• San Giovanni: central, well connected and right by the Via Alcamo school, with rooms in San Giovanni and a quick metro link to the rest of the city.
• Pigneto: a creative, bohemian district full of bars, street art and students, with rooms in Pigneto and a short tram ride to campus.
• Testaccio: a foodie, nightlife-rich district and home of IED's fashion school, with rooms in Testaccio and a lively, sociable feel.

For a creative crowd, Pigneto leads; for the shortest commute, San Giovanni and Testaccio are unbeatable.

How much does student accommodation near IED Rome cost?

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

A room in a shared flat is by far the most popular choice near IED, with the largest number of listings and the friendliest prices for a student budget in the Tuscolano and San Giovanni areas. If you would rather have your own space, a studio in Testaccio is a lively, self-contained option close to the fashion school, with an average price around 1,914 € and bills included in a share of listings, so check what each monthly figure covers.

When should I start looking for accommodation near IED Rome?

Start early, because central and eastern Rome fill up fast before each term.

• IED's main intake is in the autumn, so the best listings around San Giovanni and Pigneto go over the summer.
• Booking two to three months ahead gives you the widest choice near the campus.
• Reserving online before you arrive lets you sign from home and move straight into a furnished flat.

A search a couple of months out 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 an Italian 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 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 IED Rome?

Spotahome is the ideal platform for IED Rome students because it offers:

• A wide choice near IED: more than 350 homes in areas like Tuscolano, San Giovanni and Testaccio, many less than 15 minutes from campus.
• Affordable options: over 200 rooms in shared flats, with an average price around 670 €/month and bills included in many cases.
• 100% online booking: you can rent from any country or city before you even arrive in Rome.
• 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.