Spacious Student Apartments near DTU & Nature
Welcome to Trørød Kollegiet – Affordable, spacious, and social living.
Are you an international student looking for a place to call home in the greater Copenhagen area? If you are looking for more than just a single room, Trørød Kollegiet offers full 3-room, 2-bedroom apartments (57m²) designed for couples, families, or friends sharing.
Why choose Trørød Kollegiet?
- Space: 57m² apartments (huge by Copenhagen standards!).
- Privacy: Private kitchen, bathroom, and a small garden for every unit.
- Price: Affordable rent with utilities included.
- Community: A mix of Danish and international students.
About the Apartments
Unlike typical dorms where you share facilities, Trørød Kollegiet offers 96 independent apartments spread across 20 terraced houses. We are scenically located on the outskirts of Trørød, surrounded by forest and nature, yet connected to university life.
Perfect for:
- Couples: Plenty of space for two.
- Friends: The layout allows for two flatmates to share comfortably.
- Families: We are child-friendly and have playgrounds on-site.
Note: You must apply as two people (a couple or two friends) or as a single parent with a child.
Community & Facilities
We balance privacy with a strong social community. The dormitory is run by a Residents’ Council, giving you a voice in how things are run.
On-site amenities include:
- The “Central” Building: Contains a laundry room, gym, and a student bar.
- Study & Social: Rentable common rooms and quiet study areas.
- Outdoors: Green spaces, playgrounds, and locked bike sheds between the rows of houses.
Location & Transport
We are located in a tranquil area, perfect for focusing on your studies, but getting to campus or the city is easy.
Distances:
- DTU Lyngby Campus (8 km): ~30 mins by bike, or ~35 mins by bus (Lines 199, 150S, 300S).
- Copenhagen City Center (20 km): Reachable by bus or train.
Public Transport: You can take the S-train from Holte Station or the regional train from Vedbæk Station. These connections also allow easy travel north towards Hillerød and Helsingør.
Rent & Housing Benefits
Living here is highly affordable compared to central Copenhagen, especially when sharing the cost.
Cost Breakdown (Estimates as of November 2025):
| Item | Price (DKK) |
| Total Rent (per apartment) | 7.708,00 DKK |
| Includes: | Heating, water, electricity, internet |
| Potential Housing Benefit | -1.100,00 DKK |
| Total after benefit | 6.608,00 DKK |
| Price Per Person (if sharing) | ~3.303,50 DKK |
Because the apartments have private kitchens, you likely qualify for Boligstøtte (state housing benefits). Learn more at borger.dk.
How to Apply
We use an external administration company called PKS (Polyteknisk KollegieSelskab), through which you sign up for the waiting list.
PKS also manages other dormitories around DTU, including Ostenfeld, Kampsax, William Demant, P.O. Pedersen, Paul Bergsøe and Villum Kann Rasmussen.
Compared to these locations, Trørød Kollegiet generally has significantly shorter waiting lists.
This makes Trørød Kollegiet an excellent choice if you need to secure a place to live quickly, before starting your studies.
Step-by-Step Guide: Applying via PKS.dk
The sign-up process is managed by PKS and is currently only available in Danish. We recommend using a browser translation tool (like Google Translate in Chrome) or following the translated steps below.
Step 1: Create your Profile Navigate to the PKS Sign-up Page.
- Status: Select whether you want to be an Active or Passive searcher.
- Note: Only select “Active” if you are ready to move in immediately. If you are active, you must accept offers or you may be moved to the back of the list.
- Click Næste (Next).
Step 2: Enter Personal Details On the next page, provide the following information:
- Name: Enter your full name.
- CPR Status: Select whether you have a Danish CPR number or not.
- If you do not have a CPR number yet: You can still apply!
- Contact Info: Email and phone number.
- Household Size: Important: You must select 2 Adults to apply for Trørød Kollegiet.
- Co-applicant: Enter information about your partner or flatmate.
- Tip: If the other party does not have a CPR number, enter 0000 as the last four digits.
- Education: Enter your current study status and expected start/end dates.
- Password: Create a password for your PKS account.
- Click Næste (Next).
Step 3: Consents You may be asked for consent regarding data processing (GDPR). Answer according to your preferences to finalize your profile creation.
Step 4: Add Trørød Kollegiet to your Wishlist Now that you have an account, you must specificially apply to this dormitory.
- Log in and go to the “Find Bolig” (Find Accommodation) section.
- Filter: Set the filter to 2 Adults.
- Click “Vis Boliger” (Show homes).
- Scroll down until you find Trørød Kollegiet.
- Click the yellow button with a Heart Symbol (Add to waiting list).
Step 5: Check your Status If you navigate to the section “Boligønsker og placering” (Housing wishes and location), you will be able to see your placement on the waiting list within a few days.
Need Help with your Application?
If you encounter any issues with the online form or have questions about the waiting list, please contact the PKS administration directly. They speak English and are there to help.
PKS (Polyteknisk KollegieSelskab)
- 📍 Office: DTU Lyngby Campus, Building 101E, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby.
- 📧 Email: pks@pks.dk
- 📞 Phone: +45 45 25 92 70
Opening Hours:
- Monday & Tuesday: 10:00 – 15:00
- Wednesday & Thursday: 08:00 – 15:00
- (Closed Fridays, weekends, and public holidays)