Goshiwon in Korea
A Goshiwon is the most budget-friendly housing option in Korea — small, simple, and without a large deposit.
Ideal for students or short-term stays.
ALLO KOREA helps you find a safe Goshiwon with no Korean guarantor required.
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Sindaebang – P
₩600,000 | Type A (≈ USD 428)
₩700,000 | Type B (≈ USD 500)
Deposit $150 (Refundable)
Anam – M
₩630,000 | Deluxe (≈ USD 450)
₩700,000 | Suite (≈ USD 500)
Deposit $150 (Refundable)
[Women-only] Sinchon/Ehwa – P
₩900,000 | Twin Room (≈ USD 643)
₩700,000 | Type A (≈ USD 500)
₩600,000 | Type B (≈ USD 429)
Deposit $150 (Refundable)
Kyunghee – M
₩650,000 | Standard (≈ USD 464)
₩720,000 | Deluxe (≈ USD 514)
₩780,000 | Suite (≈ USD 557)
Deposit $330 (Refundable)
Sinchon/Hongdae – P
₩1,150,000 | Type A (≈ USD 820)
₩1,200,000 | Type B (≈ USD 857)
Deposit $150 (Refundable)
Gunja – M
₩750,000 | Deluxe (≈ USD 535)
₩820,000 | Suite (≈ USD 585)
Deposit $150 (Refundable)
Daebang – P
₩660,000 | Type A (≈ USD 470)
₩700,000 | Type B (≈ USD 500)
Deposit $150 (Refundable)
Mokdong – M
₩650,000 | Standard (≈ USD 464)
₩750,000 | Deluxe (≈ USD 535)
₩850,000 | Suite (≈ USD 607)
Deposit $150 (Refundable)
[Women-only] Sinchon – M
₩700,000 | Standard (≈ USD 500)
₩800,000 | Deluex (≈ USD 570)
Deposit $150 (Refundable)
OVERVIEW
What is a Goshiwon?
What is a Goshiwon?
A Goshiwon (고시원) is a small furnished room, usually located near universities or subway stations.
It is the most affordable option for living alone at a low cost, without a large deposit or a complicated contract.
💡 The concept originally came from housing for students preparing government exams (“goshi”), but it has since expanded to anyone looking for low-budget accommodation.
Usually between ₩250,000 and ₩400,000 per month.
0 – ₩300,000.
Bed, desk, wardrobe, mini-fridge.
Stove, microwave, and sometimes meals included.
Private or shared depending on the room.
Often included in the rent.
Close to universities and subway stations.
💡 ALLO KOREA helps you find the right Goshiwon near your school or workplace — no Korean guarantor required.
GOSHIWON
Prices & contract
| Contract type | Description | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly (월세) | All-inclusive monthly rent | ₩250,000 – ₩400,000 |
| Deposit (보증금) | Very low or none | ₩0 – ₩300,000 |
| Short stay | 1 to 3 months possible | Common in university areas |
| Agency fees | Little or none | Handled with ALLO KOREA |
FACILITIES
Facilities & Services
What you typically find in a modern Korean goshiwon (depending on the building and management).
Pros & Cons
Advantages / Disadvantages
Here’s what to expect when living in a goshiwon in Korea — the benefits and the limitations.
This helps you decide if a goshiwon fits your lifestyle and budget.
- •Very low rent and deposit.
- •Ideal for short stays.
- •Utilities often included.
- •Close to universities and subway stations.
- •Easy to rent without a guarantor.
- •Very small space (5–6 m²).
- •Limited comfort.
- •Low privacy, thin walls.
- •Often older buildings.
- •Sometimes no windows.
