Student Accommodation Comparison - Dublin 2025/26
Compare different housing options to find the best fit for your needs and budget
Go HouseSharing
Community-focused shared housing
Shared House Rentals
Traditional house sharing
One-Bedroom Apartments
Private living space
Student Dormitories
University-provided housing
Homestay
Living with a local family
Monthly Weekly
Prices & Costs - Monthly
| Cost Type | Go HouseSharing | Shared House Rentals | One-Bedroom Apartment | Student Dormitories | Renting a Single Room (Homestay) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Security Deposit | €0 | €720 – €1,740 (one month rent) |
€2,160 – €3,000 (one month rent) |
€0– €1,560 (variable) |
€560 – €1100 (one month rent) |
| Monthly Rent | Program participant single room price: €300 (reduced from €1500) |
€720 – €1,740 (shared room)-(single room) |
€2,160 – €3,000 | €1,080 – €1,560 (for a single room) |
€560 – €1,100 |
| Monthly Utilities | €0 (All included) |
€120 – €180 (Utilities) |
€120 – €180 (Utilities) |
€0 (Generally included) |
€120 – €180 (Utilities) |
| Monthly Extra costs | €750 Participation fee |
€50 (overheads: maintenance, internet, cleaning) |
€50 (overheads: maintenance, internet, cleaning) |
No | No |
| Total Monthly Cost | €1,050 (single room) |
€910 – €1,620 (shared room)-(single room) |
€2,280 – €3,180 (single room) |
€1,080 – €1,560 (single room) |
€680 – €1,100 (single room) |
Features & Services
| Feature | Go HouseSharing | Shared House Rentals | One-Bedroom Apartment | Student Dormitories | Renting a Single Room (Homestay) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Features | |||||
| Cost-Effective | Yes | Yes | No (Most expensive option) | No (Moderately expensive) | Yes (Often the cheapest option) |
| Independence | Yes | Yes | Yes (Full independence) | No (Less freedom, rules apply) | No (Less independence) |
| Social Experience | Yes | Yes (Live with peers) | No (Suits those who value solitude) | Yes (Built-in community) | Yes (Live with a local family) |
| Bills Included | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Furnished Room | Yes | No (Not guaranteed) | No (Not guaranteed) | Yes (Furnished by default) | Yes (Usually furnished) |
| Proximity to Campus | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (Often on or near campus) | No |
| Cultural Immersion | Yes | No | No | No | Yes (Experience Irish culture and daily life) |
| Low Cost | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Privacy | Partly (Shared common areas) | Partly (Shared common areas) | Yes (Complete privacy) | No (Shared kitchens and bathrooms) | No (Privacy limited to your bedroom) |
| Conflict Potential | No | Yes (Shared bathrooms) | No | Yes (Shared bathrooms) | Yes (Shared bathrooms) |
| Strict Rules | Partly (House rules are mutually agreed) | Partly (House rules are mutually agreed) | No | Yes (Restrictions on noise, guests, etc.) | Yes (Must follow homeowner's rules) |
| Bill Responsibility | No | Yes (Must set up and split bills) | Yes (Tenant is solely responsible) | No | No |
| Limited Availability | Yes (High demand exceeds supply) | Yes (High demand exceeds supply) | Yes (High demand exceeds supply) | Yes (High demand exceeds supply) | Yes (High demand exceeds supply) |
| Limited Kitchen Use | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes (Access can be limited, depending on host) |
| Private Bathroom Use | Yes | No | Yes | No | No (Access can be limited, depending on host) |
| Available for weekends | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No (Usually 5 days per week) |
| Available during holidays | Yes | Yes | Yes | Partly | No (Usually must move out) |
| Support Services | |||||
| Guides & informational materials | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Personal Mentor & coordinator support | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Community & integration programs | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Consultations & documents | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Welcome kit | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Local transport guide | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Health & safety info | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Shopping & daily needs guide | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Administrative assistance | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Financial basics | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Community & social safety | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Extra personal support at move-in | Yes | No | No | No | No |
