How much is rent in Südvorstadt, Leipzig?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Südvorstadt costs €710 - €920/month (second-hand contract) or €580 - €750/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €980 - €1,250/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,290 - €1,660/month.

Is Südvorstadt safe for expats?

Südvorstadt has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from Südvorstadt to Leipzig center?

The commute from Südvorstadt to Leipzig city center takes approximately 8 minutes by tram.

What is Südvorstadt like to live in?

Student quarter near university. Karl-Liebknecht-Straße nightlife, bookshops, cheap eats. The neighborhood is known for being students, nightlife, affordable.

Südvorstadt in Leipzig 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

Commute to Center

8 min

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Safety Rating

4/5

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Rent in Südvorstadt

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	€580 - €750/mo	€710 - €920/mo
2 Bedrooms	€800 - €1,020/mo	€980 - €1,250/mo
3 Bedrooms	€1,050 - €1,350/mo	€1,290 - €1,660/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Südvorstadt, Leipzig?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Südvorstadt costs €710 - €920/month (second-hand contract) or €580 - €750/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €980 - €1,250/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,290 - €1,660/month.
Is Südvorstadt safe for expats?: Südvorstadt has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Südvorstadt to Leipzig center?: The commute from Südvorstadt to Leipzig city center takes approximately 8 minutes by tram.
What is Südvorstadt like to live in?: Student quarter near university. Karl-Liebknecht-Straße nightlife, bookshops, cheap eats. The neighborhood is known for being students, nightlife, affordable.

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