r/StudyInDenmark

Hi everyone,

I’m an exchange student coming to Copenhagen for the autumn semester and I’ve been offered a room at UMEUS Valby through the Housing Foundation. I only have 3 days to decide whether to accept it.

UMEUS Valby

- Contract: 15 July – 31 January
- I’ll only be in Copenhagen from 18 August until the end of December
Rent: 7,345 DKK/month
- This means I’d be paying for about a month before I arrive and a month after I leave.

I’m also considering Canvas Living Nordhavn:

- Rent: 8,350 DKK/month
- Likely contract: 1 August – 31 January
- I’d still be paying for January after leaving, although I’m not sure whether Canvas is more flexible with early termination (probably not).

My main concern with UMEUS/Housing Foundation is that I’ve read a lot of stories about strict move-out inspections, cleaning fees, and deposit deductions. I’m not sure how common this actually is.

What I’m looking for:

- A social/student atmosphere
Opportunities to meet exchange and international students

From what I’ve read, UMEUS seems very community-oriented and dorm-like, but I’m not sure how Canvas Nordhavn compares.

If Canvas offers a similar social environment, more flexibility with contracts, or is generally easier to deal with regarding deposits and move-out, I’d definitely consider paying the extra cost.m

What do you guys think? Anyone with experience at either place?