Ebendorferstraße 8, 1010 Wien
Top location at the KHG residence, Edith Stein-Haus
The Edith Stein House, operated by Akademikerhilfe, offers a unique accommodation option for students in the heart of Vienna. The student residence in Vienna’s 1st district (1010 Vienna) is located directly opposite the University of Vienna, providing particularly short distances to lectures, libraries, and university facilities.
The traditional residence at Ebendorferstraße 8 is situated in the heart of Vienna’s popular student district and combines the advantages of a central city-center location with a personal and welcoming living atmosphere. Around 100 students call the residence home during their studies.
The Edith Stein House is particularly suitable for students looking for student accommodation in Vienna right next to the university and who value community, short distances, and a central location.
The combination of furnished rooms, well-equipped communal areas, and the immediate proximity to numerous universities and higher education institutions makes the Edith Stein House an attractive choice for Austrian and international students.
The Catholic University Community (KHG) offers a special service at this location for residents who are interested in matters of faith. Further information can be found on the KHG website. The KHG’s pastoral care team may contact interested residents; therefore, their first name, last name, and telephone number will be forwarded to the KHG.
Rooms & Prices
The Edith Stein House offers various furnished room categories for students. The residence is divided into two sections (Staircase I and Staircase II) and offers both single rooms in shared living units and places in twin rooms within shared units.
Ebendorferstraße 8 can be understood as a shared living arrangement. The rooms are bright, functionally furnished, and provide ideal conditions for studying and living during university.
The rooms include:
Fully furnished room
Bed
Desk with study area
Storage space
Internet access throughout the building
In some cases, special room layouts such as cozy sleeping lofts
Depending on the room category, the following accommodation options are available:
Single rooms in shared living units (Staircase II), and
Places in twin rooms within shared living units (Staircase I) for up to 3 people
The shared units include communal areas such as an entrance hall, bathroom/WC, and communal kitchen. The well-equipped kitchens provide space for cooking together and encourage interaction among residents. All room units are fully furnished, bright, and modern in design.
A nice special feature of the residence is that some room units (Staircase I) have a cozy sleeping loft, where the bed is also located. Internet access is, of course, available throughout the entire building.
Location
The Edith Stein House student residence is located at Ebendorferstraße 8, 1010 Vienna, right in the heart of Vienna and directly opposite the University of Vienna (Main Building). This location is considered one of the most attractive residential areas for students in Vienna.
The prime location allows students to reach many important facilities conveniently on foot, including:
University of Vienna
Main Library of the University of Vienna
Universitätsring
Vienna City Hall
Schottentor
Numerous other universities and higher education institutions
The public transport connections are also excellent. The Schottentor underground station (U2) is only a few minutes away and provides quick connections to all parts of Vienna.
Thanks to its central location, numerous everyday amenities are also available in the immediate vicinity:
Cafés
Restaurants
Supermarkets
Bookstores
Cultural attractions
Shopping opportunities
The Edith Stein House therefore offers an ideal combination of student accommodation in Vienna city center, proximity to the university, and vibrant urban student life.
Edith-Stein-Haus
Ebendorferstrasse 8, 1010 Wien
Leisure Activities
The Edith Stein House offers various communal areas that encourage interaction and community among residents.
The facilities include:
Study room
Music room
TV room
Communal kitchens
Communal areas for meeting and socializing
The communal kitchens are a central meeting place in the residence, providing opportunities to cook together and get to know other students.
Residents also benefit from the unique location in the heart of Vienna. The city center, with its numerous restaurants, cafés, cultural attractions, and leisure activities, is right on the doorstep.
For everyday needs, washing machines and washer-dryers are available in the residence. Bicycles can also be stored in the building.
The Catholic University Community (KHG) offers a special service at this location for residents who are interested in matters of faith. Further information can be found on the KHG website.
Moving in/out
Don't forget to arrange an appointement for moving in/out with your residence manager.
Other fees
| Registration Fee | € 20,- | |
| Administration fee | one time fee | € 30,- |
| Deposit | one time per person (not due if paid already) | € 600,- |
| Contribution to Residence Representation | Payable upon move in, then once a year in October | € 30,- |
| Final Cleaning Fee | due by each checkout and change of room | € 70,- |
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FAQs
Both residences, the Edith Stein House and Thomas Morus House, are owned by the Archdiocese of Vienna and managed by Akademikerhilfe. The KHG (Catholic University Community) is part of the Archdiocese of Vienna and offers residents of both residences the opportunity to be part of a Christian community.
Yes. There is currently a residents’ representative committee. Further information is available directly on site.