Housing for Postdocs

We recommend that you start your search for accommodation as soon as possible. Here are resources and tips for you.


Housing overview

You can find a broad overview of information about all the different housing options on AU Housing.

AU Staff Housing Portal

We offer a free AU Staff Housing Portal for anyone interested in letting or subletting accommodation to Aarhus University staff. You can search for accommodation and post adds on the housing portal. Visit the AU Staff Housing Portal.

AU guest accommodation

Aarhus University has a limited number of temporary furnished accommodation available for academic employees. There is short-term housing at the:

Lease contract

The official lease contract in Denmark is only provided in Danish. However, there is an English translation available. This is not an authorized translation, but it will give you an accurate overview.                    

Housing scams

Housing frauds are rare, but unfortunately, they do occur. To avoid scams, you can find some advice and information on the AU Housing page on avoiding housing scams

Housing on the private market

Popular websites:

Social housing options for postdocs

To find out what social housing options are available for International PhDs and postdocs, see AU Housing's social housing organisations page.

Location of your future housing

Like in most cities, cost varies depending on location. It is therefore a good idea to keep your mind open to areas where you get more value for money. The university is located in Aarhus C, next to Aarhus N.