How much is rent in Billstedt, Hamburg?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Billstedt costs €800 - €950/month (second-hand contract) or €700 - €850/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €1,100 - €1,300/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,450 - €1,700/month.

Is Billstedt safe for expats?

Billstedt has a safety rating of 3/5 (Moderate). It is a moderately safe area. Standard urban precautions are advisable.

How long is the commute from Billstedt to Hamburg center?

The commute from Billstedt to Hamburg city center takes approximately 22 minutes by U-Bahn.

What is Billstedt like to live in?

Eastern affordable district with multicultural community. Budget-friendly rents, good U-Bahn connection, local markets. The neighborhood is known for being affordable, diverse, local.

Billstedt in Hamburg 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

Commute to Center

22 min

U-Bahn

Safety Rating

3/5

Moderate

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Rent in Billstedt

Monthly rent in EUR (€). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	€700 - €850/mo	€800 - €950/mo
2 Bedrooms	€950 - €1,150/mo	€1,100 - €1,300/mo
3 Bedrooms	€1,250 - €1,500/mo	€1,450 - €1,700/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Billstedt, Hamburg?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Billstedt costs €800 - €950/month (second-hand contract) or €700 - €850/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €1,100 - €1,300/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,450 - €1,700/month.
Is Billstedt safe for expats?: Billstedt has a safety rating of 3/5 (Moderate). It is a moderately safe area. Standard urban precautions are advisable.
How long is the commute from Billstedt to Hamburg center?: The commute from Billstedt to Hamburg city center takes approximately 22 minutes by U-Bahn.
What is Billstedt like to live in?: Eastern affordable district with multicultural community. Budget-friendly rents, good U-Bahn connection, local markets. The neighborhood is known for being affordable, diverse, local.

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