Housing

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Unipd students can find accommodation at residences, colleges, apartments and establishments holding agreements with the University.
Many accommodations are reserved to international students, for which there is also an International Housing Office.
Furthermore, a competition is held every year for the allocation of ESU accommodation.

  Housing Office for international students

The Housing Office of the University of Padua aims at supporting international students who comes to Padua for a Bachelor's or Master's degree programme with a wide array of services, such as:

  • orientation in the private accommodation market;
  • English translation of the contracts and explanation of their content;
  • help in finding suitable accommodation, according to individual needs;
  • support in dealing with accommodation paperwork (declaration of hospitality, tenancy agreement, etc.)

Web: https://www.unibeds.it/

Email: housing@unipd.it

Housing ESU

ESU provides accommodation for about 1400 students from outside Padua in its halls of residence, which are situated in the city centre or near to the university buildings. University guesthouses are also available for short term stays.
Accommodation in halls of residence is governed by a competition. All the information about requirements and deadlines can be found every year from the beginning of July in the ESU's website.
Prices are calculated according to student merit, family means, and the on-site facilities.
University guesthouses are open from October to the end of July. The prices and quality of the rooms make them a competitive option for students, teachers and researchers in search of short term accommodation.

  Housing (ESU) - List of Facilities

List of Facilities

  Contacts and information

For information about competitions
UFFICIO BENEFICI E INTERVENTI
Financial support office
via San Francesco 122, 35121 Padova
tel. +39 049 8235672 - 5673 - 5674
fax +39 049 8235677

 

For information about Halls of residences 
ESU ACCOMMODATION SERVICE
via Ospedale civile 19, 35121 Padova
tel. +39 049 7430604
residenze@esu.pd.it

For information about guesthouses
ESU ACCOMMODATION SERVICE
via Ospedale civile 19, 35121 Padova
tel. +39 049 7430604 
accommodation@esu.pd.it

  ESU Housing Competition A.A. 2025/2026

Students who fall into the category of off-site and commuter enrolled/enrolling in bachelor's degree programmes (three-year), master's degree programmes (two-year), single-cycle master's degree programmes, PhD programmes, and specialisation schools (non-medical area) are eligible to participate in the ESU Housing Competition.

The benefit is granted only for the achievement of the first degree for each level of study and on a priority basis to off-site students who meet the relevant merit and income requirements.

To determine their status as living away from home or commuting, students must strictly refer to the Table of geographical distances published by the ESU and the University.

To access accommodation at full or reduced rates, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • irst-year students: income requirements only (as certified by ISEE/ISEE Parificato Universitario)
  • subsequent years: merit requirements (as of 10 August 2025) and income (as certified by ISEE/ISEE Parificato Universitario)

Online application

Starting at 10:00 a.m. on 4 July 2025, applications can be submitted by the deadlines indicated below, exclusively through the ESU Padova online services on the institutional portal Sportello studente.

Deadlines for submitting online applications:

  • Subsequent years: students/PhD students/specialisation students (not in the medical field): 19 August 2025 (10 a.m.)
  • First years: EU/international students/PhD students/specialisation students (not in the medical field): 26 August 2025 (10 a.m.)

Merit requirements (credits) must be met by 10 August 2025.

Before submitting your application, please read carefully the ‘Housing Competition Notice A.A. 2025 – 2026’ and the Instructions for completing the online application

  Temporary accommodation at ESU "foresterie"

ESU welcomes international guests, primarily from non-EU countries, to Padua. These guests are typically associated with the academic world and are travelling for study, teaching, or research purposes. The facilities are modern and well-equipped, located near the main university campuses and conveniently connected to the city centre.

The accommodation options range from rooms to suites, with weekly or monthly stay formulas, up to a maximum of 6 months. Additional services, which may vary by location, are designed to ensure a comfortable stay and include reception, Internet connection, laundry, and much more.

The ESU foresterie are located at the Agripolis campus in Legnaro, and in Padua at the Copernico, Luzzatti, and Villa Liberty "foresterie".

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Several places are available in the University residence hall "Copernico" from August until September, for students wishing to arrive before the beginning of classes. 

The cost for the full month is:
- single room 350 Euros 
- double room 290 Euros

Priority will be given to requests covering the entire period but applications for arrivals planned later than the 26th of August are also accepted. 
Places will be assigned in order of request.

The University residence hall "Copernico" is located in via Tiepolo n 54 (10 minutes walk away from the main squares) and it offers single bedrooms with adjoining bathroom (2 rooms sharing a bathroom). 

In order to book the temporary accommodation it is necessary to:

  • pay the whole amount. Reimbursements are allowed only for cancellations occurred no later than 15 days before the planned check in date
  • register on the ESU website and fill out the summer accommodation form, following the instructions provided in the document enclosed.

Private colleges and Catholic University Colleges

  Private colleges and Catholic University Colleges

You can also book an accommodation in one of the private colleges or in a Catholic University College available; you will have to contact them directly.

Check the list on the Italian website.

  Private Colleges with reserved places for international students

The University of Padova has signed multiple agreements with some private colleges in order to reserve some places for international students. Each college applies different prices and conditions and includes different services (e.g. half/full board): please check the fact sheets below. If you wish to benefit from this opportunity, please contact directly the college you are interested in. For general information, please contact the Global Engagement Office - Admissions and Welcome Unit (housing@unipd.it).

  International Housing Office for International Students

The Housing Office of the University of Padua supports international students arriving in Padua to attend an entire course of study through a wide range of services, such as:

  • orientation within the private sector housing market;
  • English translation of contracts and explanation of their content;
  • search for accommodation adapted to your personal needs;
  • filling in the documents necessary for the accommodation (declaration of hospitality, lease, etc.)

Web: https://www.unibeds.it/

Email: housing@unipd.it

Accomodation in Rovigo

  Student residence in Rovigo

Student residence located in Rovigo next to the university building (CUR) in Viale Porta Adige.

It disposes of fully equipped apartments reserved exclusively for students, PhD students, teacher and students’ parents.
For more information and bookings please fill in the form

Private Apartments

  Private Apartments - Living in Padua

Rental agreements are divided into two categories:

  • liberi (long-term) contracts lasting 4 years that are renewable for another 4 years (4 + 4)
  • concertati (conventional) contracts lasting 3 years with the possibility of renewing for another 2 years (3 + 2). Such contracts generally have a lower rent than the market price and allow property owners to claim some tax benefits.

More information

Resources

  HousingAnywhere

Private accommodation in Padua can also be booked before your arrival via HousingAnywhere, an international housing platform for students, PhD candidates and trainees. HousingAnywhere allows you to safely book a room from verified owners.

In order to receive a 20% discount on the tenant protection fee and be granted a VIP profile and access to listings in Padua, please sign up here: https://housinganywhere.com/Padua--Italy/unipd/sign-up.

Please note that you will need to firstly pay the entire amount and then email support@housinganywhere.com to receive your 20% back.

More details about finding your new accommodation are available on the How it works page.

If you need further information, please contact vip@housinganywhere.com.

  Sportello affitti - Get advice on renting

For advice and legal support in cases of fraud, discrimination and unfair contracts.

via Stratico 4a, Padova (map)
opening hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4 pm to 8 pm
email: sportelloaffitti.padova@gmail.com
Further information: Instagram

  Intergenerational Cohabitation

The Municipality of Padua promotes the second edition of the intergenerational cohabitation project in response to the significant increase in rental prices, and the number of requests for affordable accommodations from Unipd students.

For further information or to receive support in completing the form, a dedicated desk is available at the Youth Project office (Progetto Giovani), on the second floor of the Altinate San Gaetano Cultural Centre. The desk is open from Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and Thursdays from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. 

More information on the web page www.progettogiovani.pd.it/coabitazione-intergenerazionale-nel-comune-di-padova