Accommodation and living costs in Europe

According to Study in Estonia, a student usually spends €300–500 a month – but this is based on a 2019 survey, so budget with a margin. Roughly:

• student residence – €150–350 a month,
• private flat – €350–750,
• food – around €300; a lunch deal in a café – €5–8,
• transport – free in Tallinn; in Tartu a monthly pass with a student card costs €7.67; a bus from Tallinn to Tartu costs €8.10–12.

Student residences are run by the universities themselves, e.g. TalTech and the University of Tartu – you apply for a place through their portals. They are usually two double rooms with a kitchenette and bathroom for up to 4 people; you bring your own bedding and dishes. For flats, try kv.ee and city24.ee. If you rent privately, expect a deposit of up to three months' rent.