Shared Apartment Cost Calculator
Split costs in a shared apartment fairly. By room size and common area. With current tax rates per federal state and 2026 reference values.
Rooms / Roommates
Total Costs (Rent + Utilities)
€1,450.00
| Name | Room | Share | Rent | + Util. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Person 1 | 18.0 m² | 53.2% | €638.71 | €125.00 | €763.71 |
| Person 2 | 14.0 m² | 46.8% | €561.29 | €125.00 | €686.29 |
Rent is distributed by room size. Common area (30 m²) is equally shared. Utilities are split equally.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How should shared apartment costs be split?
Common methods are equal splitting, room-size-based splitting, or income-based splitting. Base rent is usually split by room size, while shared utilities are often divided equally.
What legal considerations apply to shared apartments?
In a shared lease (Gemeinschaftlicher Mietvertrag), all tenants are jointly liable. In a main tenant model (Hauptmieter), only the main tenant has the lease and sublets to others.
What ancillary costs should I budget for a property purchase?
In Germany ancillary purchase costs typically run 10–15 % of the purchase price: property transfer tax (3.5–6.5 % depending on state), notary and land register (~1.5–2 %), and optionally agent commission (up to 3.57 %).
Guide
Quick Answer
The shared flat cost calculator distributes costs among all flatmates fairly, based on room size or individual usage.
What is the Shared Apartment Cost Calculator?
The shared flat cost calculator distributes costs among all flatmates fairly, based on room size or individual usage.
How does the Shared Apartment Cost Calculator work?
Enter the total rent, service charges and room sizes for all flatmates. The calculator distributes costs proportionally by room size (shared areas split equally). Alternative splits by headcount or income are available.
Key Data and Facts
Fair method: shared areas equally, private areas by sqm. Service charges often split per person. Broadcasting fee (GEZ): 18.36 euros/month per household (not per person).
Step-by-Step Guide
How to split shared-flat costs fairly step by step: 1. Enter the total rent and utilities: the monthly all-inclusive rent of the entire flat. 2. Divide up the living space: enter each resident's private room in square metres. Record the shared areas (kitchen, bathroom, hallway) separately. 3. Choose an allocation key: by room size: private area proportionally + shared area split equally. Per head: total rent / number of residents (the simplest key). Mixed model: base rent by area, utilities per head. 4. Calculate the share: per person: (own square metres / total area) x base rent + proportional shared area + utilities per head. 5. Split special costs: the GEZ broadcasting fee: 18.36 EUR per month for the flat (not per person). Internet: split equally. Electricity: by consumption or per head.
Calculation Example
Three-person flatshare, warm rent 1,350 EUR, rooms: 18 m², 14 m², 12 m². Shared space: 26 m². Person 1 (18 m²): (18+8.67)/70 x 1,350 = 514 EUR. Person 2 (14 m²): 437 EUR. Person 3 (12 m²): 399 EUR.
Sources · E-E-A-T
Official sources
Calculations are based on applicable German laws and official data:
- Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (BGB)
- Rechtsanwaltsvergütungsgesetz (RVG)
- Bundesministerium der Finanzen (BMF)
Full methodology at Methodology.
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