Private housing for UW students in Ísafjörður is usually a shared flat where students share bathrooms and kitchens. On this page, you can see a standardized overview of available rental flats. Names and emails of landlords are not listed, but UW can put enrolled students in touch with landlords if requested. Students and landlords are encouraged to have written lease agreements. Students should seek information about what is included with the rooms, like duvets, duvet covers, and so forth. The apartments listed below are within a 5-10 minute walk from UW.
These listings are for informational purposes only, and UW holds no responsibility for these apartments, including their condition, rental agreements, or any potential issues. The private houses mentioned are mainly intended for second-year students.
For more information please contact studentagardar@uw.is
Aðalstræti 11: Shared Apartment
Type: Shared two level apartment in private house, 8 students max
Price range: PENDING ISK/student/month
Ratio student to kitchen/toilet: 4/1
Amenities: Furnished, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, Internet
Cleaning service: No
Garden: No
Location: See the house on a map here.
Description
This refurbished apartment is one of the closest housing options to the University Centre. The apartment offers 2 spacious kitchens, a cozy living room, and reasonably sized private rooms in two sizes with bed, blinds, and wardrobe spread over two floors. There is one bathroom on each floor. The lower, rather small one comes with a shower, sink, toilet, and cabinet. A washing machine and ample storage space are inside the apartment, also. The University Centre and all town services are within walking distance.
Aðalstræti 26a: Shared Apartment A
There are 3 separate apartments in this private house that is located in the heart of downtown Isafjordur.
Apartment A is a two level apartment on the second floor. it features a spacious kitchen (incl. dishwasher), cozy equipped living room, tub bathroom, and reasonably sized private rooms with bed, desk, blinds, and wardrobe. The apartment’s second floor houses all private rooms and is accessed via a rather steep flight of stairs from the living room. All private rooms have slanted sealing; the largest one features a walk in closet. Washing machine and dryer are within the apartment.
The University Centre and all town services are within walking distance. In fact, the old bakery, the bookshop & office supplies store, municipality building and main event space, and several shops are only a minute away.
Type: Shared apartment inside a private house with 3 apartments
Price range: 65-80.000 ISK/student/month (room size dependent)
Ratio student to kitchen/toilet: max. 3/1
Amenities: Furnished, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, dryer, Internet, towels, linen
Cleaning service: No
Garden: No
See the house on a map here.
Aðalstræti 26a: Shared Apartment B
There are 3 separate apartments in this private house that is located in the heart of downtown Isafjordur.
Apartment B is a two level apartment based on the second floor. It features a spacious kitchen, cozy equipped living room, dining room with table and chairs, reasonably sized private rooms with bed, desk, blinds, and wardrobe. Small bathroom with shower, sink, toilet and small cabinet. Washing machine in the kitchen. Some additional storage space inside the apartment.
The University Centre and all town services are within walking distance. In fact, the old bakery, the bookshop & office supplies store, municipality building and main event space, and several shops are only a minute away.
Type: Shared apartment inside a private house with 3 apartments
Price range: 60-75.000 ISK/student/month (room size dependent)
Ratio student to kitchen/toilet: max. 3/1
Amenities: Furnished, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, dryer, Internet, towels, linen
Cleaning service: No
Garden: No
See the house on a map here.
Aðalstræti 26a: Shared Apartment C
There are 3 separate apartments in this private house that is located in the heart of downtown Isafjordur.
Apartment C is based on the first floor. It features a spacious kitchen, cozy equipped living room, dining room with table and chairs, reasonably sized private rooms with bed, desk, blinds, and wardrobe. Small bathroom with shower, sink, toilet and small cabinet. Washing machine in the kitchen. Some additional storage space inside the apartment.
The University Centre and all town services are within walking distance. In fact, the book & office supplies store, municipality building and main event space, and several shops are less then 20 seconds away.
Students using this accommodation option have been successful when applying for housing support in the past. Please note that support approval is dependent on the students personal details and thus cannot be guaranteed.
Type: Shared apartment, 2 good size bedrooms and one larger double room.
Price range: 75-95.000 ISK/student/month (room size dependent)
Ratio student to kitchen/toilet: max. 3/1
Amenities: Furnished, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, dryer, Internet, towels, linen
Cleaning service: No
Garden: No
See the house on a map here.
Hrannargata 4: Shared Apartment
Type: Private owner, shared facilities, tvorooms
Price range: PENDING ISK/month, depending on room size
Ratio kitchen/toilet: 2 people using one kitchen, two toilet, one shower
Amenities: Internet, washing machine, fridge, fully equipped kitchen
Cleaning service: None
Garden: Yes
See the house on a map here.
Description
This colorful, centrally located building is called the sheriff’s house, fittingly named after its historic resident and use. Today, this four floor building is in private hands. The University Centre and main amenities are all within easy walking distance.
Stepping into the building through the garden, one enters the first floor with its kitchen, lounge and bathroom. A historic style stairwell leads to the second floor with its tvo differently sized private rooms. All rooms are provided with basic furnishings such as bed, table, chair, wardrobe space, and curtains.
Additional storage could be provided in the associated garden shed after request.
Silfurgata 5 - Shared Apartment Second Floor
A six-bedroom apartment on the second floor, fully furnished. Particularly well suited for students who want to experience the downtown atmosphere of Ísafjörður and enjoy a social environment with other students.
All rooms have double thick walls for sound insulation and basic furniture. The shared kitchen is fully equipped including two fridges and freezer. The three larger rooms have own sink and running water. In the apartment, there are two toilets and one shower, as well as a washing machine and a dryer. Duvets, pillows, and bed linens are provided in each bedroom. Good Wi-Fi.
The University Centre and main amenities are within walking distance, grocery store, swimming pool etc.
Apartment is fully registered with authorities, making it fit for government housing benefit program.
Responsive landlord can give you all the info you need: kristjana.skula@gmail.com
More photos of Silfurgata 5: Shared Apartment (second floor)
Silfurgata 5: Shared Apartment Ground Floor
A three-bedroom apartment on first floor, fully furnished. Particularly well suited for students who want to experience the downtown atmosphere of Ísafjörður and enjoy a social environment with other students.
Private rooms with basic furniture and all you need to study and focus. Open space in shared kitchen where students and their friends have enjoyed the good company and spirit in the house.
The kitchen is fully equipped including fridge and freezer as well as a washing machine and a dryer. Duvets, pillows, and bed linens are provided in each bedroom. Good Wi-Fi.
The University Centre and main amenities are within walking distance, grocery store, swimming pool etc.
Apartment is fully registered with authorities, making it fit for government housing benefit program.
Responsive landlord can give you all the info you need: kristjana.skula@gmail.com
More photos of Silfurgata 5: Shared Apartment (ground floor)
Sólgata 9: Studio Apartment A
This centrally located building is locally known as Gúttó and it has been newly renovated. The University Centre and main amenities are within walking distance (950m). This house has four different options, one bright and cozy studio apartment, two separate one bedroom apartments and one 4 bedroom apartment.
Type: studio apartment (located to the left of the house and has its own entrance)
Price range: 170.000 ISK/month.
Ratio kitchen/toilet: Studio apartment. The washing machine and dryer is located inside the bathroom.
Amenities: The kitchen is fully equipped including a stove, oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave and more. Murphy-bed.
Cleaning service: None
Garden: private garden.
Sólgata 9: Shared Apartment D
This centrally located building is locally known as Gúttó and it has been newly renovated. The University Centre and main amenities are within walking distance (950m). This house has four different options, one bright and cozy studio apartment, two separate one bedroom apartments and one 4 bedroom apartment.
Type: shared facilities, 4 bedrooms. Private entrance on the side of the house.
Price range:
75.000-85.000 ISK/month,
depending on room size (long term rent)
Ratio kitchen/toilet: 4 people using one kitchen and bathroom with a shower.
Amenities: The apartment offers 4 separate bedrooms with basic furniture, common living space, shared kitchen with fully equipped utensils including fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave, bathroom with shower, washing machine and a dryer. Extra storage space is also provided.
Cleaning service: None
Garden: None
Photos of Sólgata 9: Shared Apartment D (common area)
Photos of Sólgata 9: Shared Apartment D (room 1)
Photos of Sólgata 9: Shared Apartment D (room 2)
Þvergata 4: Shared Apartment (FULLY BOOKED)
Type: Shared two level apartment in private house, 2 students/couples max
Price range: 180.000 ISK for the whole house, or 90.000 ISK for a room
Ratio student to kitchen/toilet: 2/1
Amenities: Furnished, fully equipped kitchen (incl. dishwasher), washing machine, dryer, TV, Internet
Cleaning service: No
Garden: Sun patio
See the house on a map here.
Description
This is a renovated, 2 story house with 2 bedrooms and a lounge upstairs, an arrangement suitable for two students, a couple or a family. The kitchen, the dining area, and the bathroom are all downstairs. Electricity, water, and Internet are included in the rental price. There are only two apartments in this house, and each apartment has its separate entrance.
The house is located in the oldest part of town; close to the harbor, main street, the University Centre, and all town amenities. Distance to the university Centre is a relaxed 5-10min on foot.