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Cyprus student housing shortage and expansion plans

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Student housing demand in Cyprus is increasing due to a growing student population and a shortage of organized dormitories. High rental costs have been reported across various regions, with one-bedroom apartments in Limassol reaching up to €1,500, while Nicosia prices range between €600 and €900. Recent data indicates that the shortage is driven by a 9.4 percent increase in higher education enrollment during the 2023-2024 academic year, bringing the total student population to 57,889. Marinos Kineyirou, chairman of the Council for the Registration of Real Estate Agents, noted that finding small, furnished, and functional flats at affordable prices near universities remains a significant challenge. Rental costs for larger units have also risen, with three-bedroom flats costing up to €1,700 in Nicosia and €2,700 in Limassol. To mitigate the shortage, academic institutions are proposing expanded housing solutions. The University of Cyprus ~~initially~~ announced plans to provide approximately 100 dormitory rooms based on socio-economic criteria. Following discussions with the Ministry of Finance regarding new construction, the university later announced more ambitious plans to construct facilities with a capacity of approximately 900 new beds. In cooperation with the state, the first 500 beds are expected to be available within three years. Other institutions, such as TEPAK, are also working toward guaranteeing rooms for first-year students and those facing financial hardship through the completion of new dormitories within one to two years.

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