Apply For an Apartment at Otokylä

Applying for student housing at Otokylä is easy – just follow the steps carefully and make sure to provide accurate and complete information.

How to Apply Step-by-Step

Applying for student housing at Otokylä is simple when you know what to expect. Follow these clear steps from submitting your application to moving in.

Step 1

Fill in the Application

Step 2

Receive an Apartment Offer

Step 3

Receive the Keys & Move In
Complete the online application form via Tampuuri

Frequently asked about applying for student housing at Otokylä

  • What to do before applying for student housing?

    Before applying, you can browse the properties on our website or inquire about available or soon-to-be-available apartments by phone, email, or by visiting our office.

  • How do I apply for student housing at Otokylä?

    Fill in your housing application through our online service. You’ll be redirected to Tampuuri, Otokylä’s trusted housing system, to complete your application securely.

    The application requires all information in the correct format (personal identification number, start date of studies, income, and assets) so please fill out the application carefully. Also note that income and assets must be reported.

    • Select your area, building and apartment type, and maximum rent on the application form.
    • Add the applicant’s/applicants’ details. Applications for minors must be completed with the primary applicant as the guardian and the secondary applicant as the person moving into the apartment.
    • When you need the apartment
    • Income and assets
    • Attachments (proof of income or assets, certificate of study, etc.)

  • What happens after I have applied?

    After submitting your application, you can inquire about the status of your application by email or phone. Once you have been allocated an apartment, you will receive the lease agreement with attachments and instructions by email.

    Applications are valid for three (3) months from the submission date, and you can renew or update your application if needed.

  • When should I submit my student housing application?

    You can submit your housing application as soon as you know you will be studying in Oulu. We recommend applying as early as possible to increase your chances of getting an apartment that suits your needs.