Types of Student Accommodation 2016/2017 This document will inform you on the different types of student accommodation available. All rooms are fully furnished; you can find more information on the furnishing and inventory at the end of this document DUWO also has a general page for international VU students where you can find lots of information. With this document we will guide you in choosing the right accommodation for you. First, we give you some criteria to think about (page 1 & 2). Secondly, we will show you pictures of the rooms, the prices and, if available, a link to a video in which students show their room. BUDGET The price of accommodation varies between 320 and 760. Utilities (water/ electricity/ internet) are included in the price. When you choose a room with a low rent, you will have to share your facilities (kitchen and/or bathroom). A flexible attitude is desirable when sharing a bathroom and/ or kitchen. SOCIAL In case you would like to meet many students, have dinners and/or drinks together, we advise you to choose for a room with a shared kitchen and/or bathroom. If you are more reserved and if it is important to you to be by yourself, we suggest to select a private, self-contained room. If you would like both we advise you to book a private room at Uilenstede since there are many students living here and it is a lively student community with many facilities. There is less social interaction between students at the other locations in Amsterdam (Krelis Louwensstraat, Eerste Ringdijkstraat or Pierre Lallelementstraat). FACILITIES As a student in the Netherlands, it is very common to have your own bedroom while sharing your facilities (kitchen and/or bathroom). We have a wide range of options available in terms of shared facilities. Below your can find a quick overview (when facilities are shared, the number in the figure below depicts the total number, including yourself): Uilenstede 4 until 96 Shared with 12 to 14 Shared with 12 to 14 Uilenstede 102 Shared with 2 or Shared with 2 or Uilenstede 174 until 222 Shared with 14 De Boelelaan Shared with 5 or 7 Shared with 5 or 7 Pierre Lallementstraat Eerste Ringdijkstraat Krelis Louwenstraat MEET THE DUTCH If you would like to meet Dutch students, learn the Dutch language and make Dutch friends, we advise you to choose accommodation at Uilenstede 230 262 (blue tower). You will be sharing your facilities (not your bedroom) with international and Dutch students alike. Keep in mind that it will take some extra effort to make Dutch friends. You will also be able to meet Dutch students when you are living at Uilenstede due to the student village atmosphere.
LOCATION We have student accommodation available at different locations in Amsterdam. Although you might be dreaming of living in the city center with its canals and tall houses, you may wish to reconsider since it is mostly wealthy Dutch people or tourists staying there. In contrast to the city center, Uilenstede is located in a very green area, in between two parks and close to the Amsterdam forest. Krelis Louwenstraat (Westside), Eerste Ringdijkstraat and Pierre Lallementstraat (Eastside) are located in genuine Amsterdam areas; mixed population and close to a supermarket and public transport. You will easily find out more about the different locations by using Google Maps. Just a quick overview in terms of logistics: Distance to VU Walk Bike Public transport Uilenstede 20 min 7 min 10 min De Boelelaan 10 min 4 min - Pierre Lallementstraat 60 min 20 min 20 min Eerste Ringdijkstraat 60 min 20 min 20 min Krelis Louwenstraat 80 min 30 min 35 min Distance to city centre Walk Bike Public transport Uilenstede 90 min 30 min 35 min De Boelelaan 65 min 25 min 30 min Pierre Lallementstraat 50 min 15 min 20 min Eerste Ringdijkstraat 50 min 15 min 20 min Krelis Louwenstraat 55 min 20 min 30 min So, based on these criteria and your priorities, you should be able to decide which room will meet your needs. In case you would like assistance with this, please send us an e-mail at accommodation@vu.nl or feel free to call us at +31 (0)20 59 84691. We have very limited rooms available for couples, for more information please send us an e-mail.
1. UILENSTEDE Uilenstede can be described as a small student village in a big city. It is located in between Amsterdam and Amstelveen, and very close to Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. We have approximately 600 rooms available for our international students at Uilenstede. The campus was built in the seventies. Although the buildings are renovated or are being renovated, you might feel the rooms are a bit outdated. However, there are many facilities available on campus to make your stay comfortable; think of a café, cultural center (including cinema), sport center,, small supermarket, copy shop and a pizza place. We have different types of accommodation available on the Uilenstede campus.
O UILENSTEDE 4 UNTIL 96 Rental Price 320-345 per month Shared with 12 or 14 mixed gender students Shared with 12 or 14 mixed gender students Common living room Shared with 12 or 14 mixed gender students ~10 m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In common area (free of charge) Free on site Rooms available 192 Video https://youtu.be/3abrbnavzu8
O UILENSTEDE 102 SHARED ROOMS Rental price 360-376 per month Shared with 1 same gender student Shared with 1 same gender student 16,5 m2 (without balcony) 23 m2 (including balcony, more expensive) Included in the rental price In building (coin-operated) Free on site Cable Internet Washing/ Drying Rooms available 90 Video https://youtu.be/4xbbnnrlw0a
O UILENSTEDE 102 PRIVATE ROOMS Rental price 583-596 As a studio 23,40 m2 25,50 m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In building (coin-operated) Free on site Rooms available 22
O UILENSTEDE 174 222 Rental Price 404-414 per month Shared with 13 mixed gender students connected to balcony 12,8 m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In common kitchen (free of charge) Free on site Rooms available 330 Video https://youtu.be/pqf-sewq-vg
O KRELIS LOUWENSTRAAT Rental Price 575-581 per month 21m2 22.4m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In the building, coin operated Paid parking Rooms available 84 Video https://youtu.be/ob7zqb8ydqw
O EERSTE RINGDIJKSTRAAT Rental price 565-573 per month 21,5 m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In common area (coin operated) Paid parking Rooms available 31
O PIERRE LALLEMENTSTRAAT Rental Price 576-730 25,3 29,2 m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In common area (paid) Paid parking Rooms available 79 Video https://youtu.be/-cztdrbbske
O DE BOELELAAN/GRONINGENSTRAAT * The room arrangement at De Boelelaan/Groningenstraat might look different than the pictures above Rental Price 440-535 per month (not confirmed yet, subject to change) Shared with 5 or 7 Shared with 5 or 7 13,4 m2 21,2 m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In common kitchen (free of charge) Paid parking Rooms available 79
STANDARD INVENTORY FOR ACCOMMODATE ROOMS Room Bed Bed lamp Pillow and cover Mattress and cover Bed linen box (1. fitted sheet and blankets and sheets, or 2. duvet + duvet cover) Paper bin Wardrobe Bookcase Easy chair Desk lamp Small table Desk and chair Window coverings Suspension system or art on the wall Cooker Waste bin Refrigerator Toilet/bathroom Toilet brush At least the above mentioned items should be present in your room. The model of an item may differ from room to room.
EXTRA OFFER 2016/2017 O HOTEL JANSEN (AVAILABLE FOR 1 SEMESTER EXCHANGE STUDENTS) Hotel Jansen is an all-inclusive Short Stay Hotel for students and young proffessionals. We have arranged a special deal for the upcoming semester: A room at Hotel Jansen from August till end of December/January for 710 per month. Extra fees: 180 Administration costs. This includes a Linen pack. Optional services: Room pack, Cleaning service, pack, Laundromat Rental Price 710 Shared with 10, cleaned daily by a professional 18 m2 Internet super-fast, 300 Mb/s Wi-Fi Washing/ Drying fully equipped laundry facility (pay per use) Paid parking Rooms available 15
O THE STUDENT HOTEL (AVAILABLE FOR 1 SEMESTER EXCHANGE STUDENTS OR 1 YEAR MASTER STUDENTS) We arranged a special deal with The Student Hotel in Amsterdam-West. The Student Hotel offers fullyserviced, state-of-the-art accommodation just as if you were staying in a hotel. We have on offer: A Standard Plus single room (10 months) or Standard single room (5 months). This includes: A personal bike, 24 hours reception & security and use of the gym, study room, game room, library and other common areas. Optional services: Meal plan, room cleaning service, bed linen, kitchen utensils sets Rental Price Internet Washing/ Drying Rooms available 770 per month for 1 year Master students from 1 September till 30 June 810 per month for 1 semester Exchange students from 1 September till 31 January Shared with 8 to 9 students, cleaned by a professional 15 m2 Hi speed Wi-fi fully equipped laundry facility (pay per use) Paid parking 24 for 1 semester Exchange students 26 for 1 year Master students
O DENNENRODEPAD @ SPINOZA-CAMPUS, UNFURNISHED (AVAILABLE FOR BACHELOR STUDENTS AND 2 YEAR MASTER STUDENTS) We have a very very good offer for our Bachelor students and 2 year master students. Signing up for accommodation at VU is only for short stay housing, maximum of one academic year. But of course you need accommodation for a longer period! Therefore we offer you rooms at the Spinoza-campus with a Campus contract meaning you can live there for your entire degree, but also could terminate whenever you want with a one month notice. The rooms will be unfurnished, so you can decorate your room as you like. Ikea and other furnishing stores are close by or maybe you would like to bring stuff from home. Rental Price 490,04 20 m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In common area (paid) Paid parking Rooms available 50 Start date contract 1 August 2016
O RAVEL RESIDENCE STUDENT EXPERIENCE, UNFURNISHED (AVAILABLE FOR BACHELOR STUDENTS AND 2 YEAR MASTER STUDENTS) Another offer available as a Campus contract (accommodation during your degree) is the Ravel Residence. Right around the corner of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, in the financial district of Amsterdam, you can find this new and modern complex of 800 student rooms. There are many services available such as: study rooms, a private dining rooms, urban gardening and a roof top basketball court. The rooms will be unfurnished. Also, this will be a campus contract, for your entire degree and after one year you can terminate your contract with a one month notice. Rental Price 671,34 21 m2 Cable Internet Included in the rental price Washing/ Drying In common area (paid) Paid parking Rooms available 15 Start date contract 1 August 2016