How do I find a flatshare in Berlin?

Major flat share portals for Berlin

  1. WG Gesucht (the most popular one, with no doubt)
  2. WG Suche (also available in English)
  3. Studenten WG (for students)
  4. Studenten Wohnung.
  5. Immowelt.
  6. Ebay-kleinanzeigen.
  7. Craigslist (for the English speaking crowd out there)
  8. wgay-gesucht.de/en/ (for LGBTQIA+ friendly people)

Where can I find temporary accommodation in Berlin?

If you just moved to Berlin, and you need an apartment now, you can get a temporary furnished apartment from websites like HomeLike, HousingAnywhere, Spotahome or Wunderflats. Temporary apartments are expensive, but they are easier to get, even if you apply from another country.

What is WBS Berlin?

The Wohnberechtigungsschein or WBS is a document that qualifies you for social housing in Germany. Some landlords accept applicants with a WBS, and some landlords require it. Low income families, students and seniors can apply for a WBS, among others1.

How do I live in a shared flat?

Our guide to flat-sharing will help you make the most of your new living situation.

  1. Be upfront with money.
  2. Be reliable with money.
  3. Be open-minded.
  4. Be sociable.
  5. Be mindful.
  6. Be vocal.
  7. 7. …
  8. Be a member of the community.

Is Airbnb legal in Berlin?

According to the regulations, hosts are required to have a permit to rent out an entire residence on a short-term basis. Hosts can apply for a permit with their district office. As a Host you receive a registration number, which is attached to your permit.

What is a good salary to live in Berlin?

The majority of people earn around 50,000 EUR gross in Berlin per year, which comes to approximately 30,000 EUR after taxes. Overall, income in Berlin depends on many factors such as profession, experience, education, industry, size, type of company, etc.

Who gets WBS in Berlin?

Who can apply for a WBS?

  • 1 person can apply for a WBS if the yearly income is less than 16.800. – Euro.
  • 2 persons can apply for a WBS for one shared flat if the accumulated yearly income is less than 25.200. – Euro.
  • Every other person which lives in the flat adds 5.740 Euro to that sum.
  • Every child adds 700. – to the sum.

Can students get WBS in Germany?

The second essential prerequisite for obtaining WBS is a residence permit which is valid for at least one year- and it also applies to those with student and work visas.

Where do the rich live in Berlin?

Charlottenburg
Charlottenburg The Charlottenburg district is the wealthiest and most commercialized in western Berlin. Along the famous Ku’Damm, which runs through it, you find the best concentration of hotels, restaurants, theaters, cafes, nightclubs, shops, and department stores.