Apartments and rooms near Berklee College of Music

The first international campus of Boston's Berklee College of Music, Berklee Valencia opened in 2012 inside the striking Palau de les Arts at the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, and today welcomes more than 500 students from over 40 countries to its master's and study-abroad programmes in music production, performance, scoring and the music business. Its campus sits in the modern Quatre Carreres area, by the old Turia riverbed in the south-east of the city. With world-class studios in an architectural landmark, Berklee offers a distinctive base in Valencia.

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

Best neighbourhoods near Berklee Valencia

These are the four areas closest to the Ciudad de las Artes campus, chosen for their proximity to Berklee and the amount of accommodation available nearby:

• Quatre Carreres: the campus's own district around the Ciudad de las Artes, modern and well connected, with a large rental pool. Apartments in Quatre Carreres average around 1,650 €, while shared rooms sit close to 435 €.
• Camins al Grau: a practical district just north between the campus and the centre, with plenty of student flats. Apartments in Ayora, in Camins al Grau, average around 1,600 €, with rooms near 475 €.
• L'Eixample: a graceful grid to the north-west, home to the trendy Russafa quarter full of bars and music venues. Apartments here average around 2,001 €, with rooms near 457 €.
• Poblats Marítims: the seafront district by the Malva-rosa beach, lively and affordable, a short ride from campus. Apartments in Malva-rosa, in Poblats Marítims, average around 1,471 €, with rooms near 454 €.

Across these four neighbourhoods there are more than 2,000 properties available near Berklee Valencia, and every Spotahome listing is fully furnished and ready to move into the day you arrive.

What you should know about Berklee Valencia

Berklee Valencia teaches in English, with master's programmes in music production, contemporary performance, scoring for film and TV, and the music business, plus study-abroad and summer options. Its student body is small and intensely international, drawn from more than 40 countries, so the surrounding Quatre Carreres and Russafa areas are used to a creative, global crowd. The campus inside the Palau de les Arts offers professional studios and concert spaces, with the Turia gardens and the centre a short ride away. For programme details, dates and admissions, the official Berklee Valencia website is the best reference.

Erasmus Life at Berklee Valencia and in Valencia

As Berklee's European campus, the school brings an international music community to the city and connects with study-abroad and exchange students, with details on the Berklee Valencia campus page. Living in Valencia as a music student means a sunny, affordable Mediterranean city with beaches, the Turia gardens, a thriving live-music scene and a big student population spread across several universities. Student associations and the city's networks run constant gigs, trips and socials, which makes settling in quick and easy.

How to get to Berklee Valencia from Valencia city centre

The Ciudad de las Artes campus in the south-east is quick to reach:

• Bus: lines 95, 15 and 35 stop near the Palau de les Arts.
• Metro: Alameda station, plus a short walk or bus along the Turia, links the campus to the centre.
• By bike: the Turia gardens lead straight to the Ciudad de las Artes from across the city.

Common questions (FAQ) about renting near Berklee Valencia

Which are the best neighbourhoods for students near Berklee Valencia in Valencia?

The top student areas combine a genuine young scene with a short ride to the Ciudad de las Artes campus.

• Quatre Carreres: the campus's own district, modern and well connected, with rooms in Montolivet, beside the Ciudad de las Artes, a short walk from class.
• Russafa (l'Eixample): the trendiest district for nightlife, cafés and live music, hugely popular with students, with student flats in Russafa a short ride from campus.
• Poblats Marítims: the seafront by the Malva-rosa beach, lively and affordable, with rooms in Malva-rosa around 454 €.

For the shortest commute, Quatre Carreres wins; for nightlife and music, Russafa is hard to beat; for the beach, Poblats Marítims is a strong pick.

How much does student accommodation near Berklee Valencia 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 Berklee, with the largest number of listings and the friendliest prices for a student budget. If you would rather have your own space, a studio in Montolivet is a self-contained option close to the Ciudad de las Artes, with bills included in a share of listings, so check what each monthly figure covers.

When should I start looking for accommodation near Berklee Valencia?

Start early, because Berklee's intake is small and Valencia is a popular student city.

• The main intake is in September, so the best listings near the Ciudad de las Artes go over the summer.
• Booking two to three months ahead gives you the widest choice in Quatre Carreres and Russafa.
• Reserving online before you arrive lets you sign from home and move straight into a furnished flat.

A search in late 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 Spanish 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 Berklee Valencia?

Spotahome is the ideal platform for Berklee Valencia students because it offers:

• A wide choice near Berklee: more than 2,000 homes in areas like Quatre Carreres, Russafa and Poblats Marítims, many less than 15 minutes from campus.
• Affordable options: over 1,400 rooms in shared flats, with an average price around 450 €/month and bills included in many cases.
• 100% online booking: you can rent from any country or city before you even arrive in Valencia.
• Flexible contracts: stays of 3 to 11 months, ideal for master's and study-abroad 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.