Coliving in Madrid for young internationals

Are you planning on moving to Madrid? At helphousing, our biggest goal is to help young internationals to find the perfect housing option and to get the best experience in the beautiful Spanish capital.

Preparing for the arrival to a new city (especially abroad) can be quite stressful. Many things to plan: the legal paperwork, setting the budget, buying the flights and picking the new home.  That's why we would like to help you to overcome this in the best possible way.

First, let’s talk about the accommodation: one of the most popular options amongst young internationals is the coliving in Madrid.

You need to know that it won’t be difficult at all to meet many other young people, since Madrid hosts a huge number of exchange students and young professionals from all over the world. University, office, bars and clubs, group trips, language courses and many more places where you could meet them!

But the easiest way to start socializing abroad is to share the accommodation with other young people that are living your same experience. So, coliving in Madrid by renting a room in a big, modern building with a young international community could be a great solution!

In the real estate market, the “Coliving” word started popping up with the rise of housing companies offering affordable accommodation in apartments shared by several young people or adults (generally more than 4 housemates).

These Coliving spaces can have so many different forms: thay could be former family homes renovated to accommodate non-related families, or floors converted into dormitory-style lodging or even entire buildings!

Moreover, with “Coliving” we could indicate a modern form of shared housing for like-minded people to live, work and play together. The creation of a community is the biggest added value of joining a coliving space. Students and young professionals choose to live together to split more than expenses: they share experiences, cultures, languages and unforgettable memories.

How is the Coliving space organized?

By sharing accommodation you will be living with other people in the same flat, but it also means you will have your own space. You will have your own bedroom but you will be sharing other rooms (kitchen, living and dining room, hobby room where to relax, etc). Coliving housing often involves short-term or flexible leases, as well as other perks such as weekly cleaning services and maintenance, furnished common areas, utilities and amenities.

If you plan to rent a room in a coliving in Madrid here you should read all the perks about the adventure you are about to live: 

• Get ready to meet new friends: as you will be sharing your new home abroad with people who are living your same experience, it is highly possible that you have many things and values in common. You will meet new people and, who knows, they could turn into your new international family! 
• Save on rent and bills: a huge pro of living in a shared space such as coliving in Madrid is that you will definitely lower your costs. You won't have to stress about a huge rental fee nor even worrying about looking for gas, water, electricity and Internet providers... everything will be included! 
• Bypass many headaches!: Coliving saves a lot of time and stress for renters, who can avoid dealing with things like: real estate agents, finding roommates, furnishing an entire apartment. Setting up utilities contracts, wifi, cleaning service and maintenance, etc.
• Get out of your comfort zone: if it’s your first time moving to a new city, you should know that this means that you’re leaving the safe place you have been living in your entire life: with family, friends and your daily comforting routine. This is going to be a challenge for you, but you will be surprised by how many new things you will do, learn and acknowledge…especially with the company of your new international friends!
  While if you’re already familiar with sharing an accommodation with other young people, you may already know the importance of building an international network of friends...it may also come in handy for your future career opportunities!
• Choose the best location: a cheaper rental fee means that you can choos among a great variety of locations in the city: the central areas, the fancy neighbourhoods or close to the university campus...it’s up to you!

If this is your first time sharing an accommodation, you have nothing to worry about...we promise it’s going to be an unforgettable experience!

Here we have some tips for you in order to have a peaceful Coliving in Madrid and get the most of this unique journey. 

1. Communication

The housemates usually come from different countries and backgrounds, so the first thing is to get to know each other and set some rules from the beginning. This way everyone will be  happy and you will more likely avoid future tensions.

2. Respect

If you wish to receive respect, this is the first thing you should show to your housemates. Be tidy, clean the common spaces and house appliances when you use them and respect people’s privacy.
Another little tip is to be available to offer some help: this certainly will be useful in the future (whenever you’ll be the one in need) and helping each other in a foreign country is the best way to get through the hard times.

3. Stay open-minded

Sharing an apartment with people from different cultures and languages is a unique opportunity for your personal, professional and cultural growth...don’t waste it! When conversing about topics, stay humble, open minded and embrace the differences. 

4. Make plans and spend time together

After a long busy day at school or at the office you will certainly be tired and just wanting to rest in your room...totally relatable!
But try to find a little space in your timetable where to spend some time with your homies and make plans together. It could be a super fun night out, a home made dinner with different international dishes from your home countries, a picnic in the park on Sundays or setting up some weekend road trips.
Bonding with these people will turn random strangers into a real international family! 

Are you considering the Coliving in Madrid as an option for your stay in this incredible city? Check out our shared apartments in Madrid and get ready to meet the best international roomies!