POHA House Essen

POHA House sets itself apart from traditional housing by offering a blend of coliving, coworking, and short-stay apartments, providing ease and different options to individuals seeking flexible living and working arrangements. When you decide for POHA House, you get a fully furnished living space, one all-inclusive bill, community areas to chill or connect, and weekly events such as cooking workshops, BBQ sessions, yoga, arts & crafts and much more.

Hell yes. We want everyone to thrive at POHA House. The community we are creating should enable everyone to live the truest version of themselves. We are committed to inclusivity; feel free to hold us accountable to that. If you ever notice any non-inclusive behaviour, language or actions in our POHA Houses never hesitate to let us know.

Furniture: All rooms, studios, and flats come fully furnished and equipped with everything you need to live comfortably. That includes a bed, a desk, a closet, an equipped kitchenette, a table with chairs and some additional furnishing depending on the type of unit you choose. We don’t provide any blankets, sheets or towels. Still, you can easily get bed, bath and kitchen packages from the POHA Shop before you move in, which will be awaiting for you in your space when you arrive. Utilities, Electricity, WiFi: All taken care of in your monthly rent. Community spaces and community managers on site: Your home extends beyond your private space. Events and other perks: We run regular events from yoga sessions to art workshops. POHA App: Use the mobile app to book an extra service. Learn about events. Connect with your housemates and keep your contract details in check. Discounts at local shops and global brands: We partner with many companies to offer our residents the best services and discounts.

Scheduling a viewing is super easy, and you will only need to fill in a short form with personal info and preferred viewing date. Choose the flat you want to see on our Space Portal, and request a viewing.

Select the flat or room of your dreams on our Space Portal. When you have made your choice, go ahead and reserve, and once you pay the reservation fee equal to €275, the space is all yours. Don't worry, the reservation fee will be deducted from the first month's rent.

You’ll need to pay the reservation fee once you’ve selected your favourite flat. It ensures that you reserve the space for yourself, and you can’t lose it as long as you pass your verification. The amount is equivalent to €275 and will be deducted from your first rent payment.

We know you might not have piles of extra cash lying around just to give up for a deposit. That's why we offer two convenient options for securing your rental: you can either pay a deposit equivalent to 2 months' rent upfront, which will be fully refunded to you upon moving out, or opt for a more flexible approach by paying a small monthly fee with deposit insurance through our partner rentcard. If you choose the second option, there's no refund when you move out.

Once approved, and ensuring that POHA House is exactly where you want to be, the rest of the process remains equally smooth. We will reach out to collect the necessary documents and, finally, send the tenancy contract for digital signing. If your application is declined, your reservation fee will be refunded.

There is a digital verification process handled by our partner rentcard. You just submit all the necessary documents to them for verification and rentcard will generate a score for you. Please prepare a digital copy of these documents: For everyone: A passport or national identity card. For employees and professionals: If you've been employed for over a month at your current job, connect securely through Open Banking. Otherwise, we will ask for your payslips, an employment contract or similar documentation. For students: A certificate of enrolment, a confirmation of your blocked account (non-EU students only) and a letter of guarantee to be filled out by a trusted friend or family member. Please use our template for the letter of guarantee. For companies: A commercial register extract. Quick note: The form needs to be filled out by the same person who will sign the rental contract.

If you have a question, concern or need help fixing something in your space, reach out to us via the Ask Gaia in the POHA App. We’re also on-site regularly and love when you approach us to chat, no matter what it’s about.

Housekeeping: Book a cleaning service for your private space whenever you want. Laundry: Book a washing machine (€2.50 per load) or dryer (€2.20 per load) in our Laundry room. You can also reserve them in advance. POHA Office: Book our office space long-term whenever you want to get some work done or schedule a business meeting. POHA Resident get 25% discount. Space Booking: Are you organising a private dinner event, want to book a parking spot or a meeting room? Reserve the space in advance for you and your guests. POHA Shop: need extra comfy bedding or kitchen utensils? It is just a click away from you. Storage: We know that you might need some extra storage for your stuff. No worries, we offer this too. All services can be booked directly from the POHA mobile app.

All our locations are wheelchair accessible. Whatever your needs may be, we are here to help. Please contact us at hey@pohahouse.com with the details of your requirements and we will look into it.

You’ll have everything you need to settle into your new home. Included is storage for all your things, a comfy bed, kitchenette and desk to get all of your best work done. For more details on the specific unit, check out the Space Portal which will tell you exactly what to expect in your space. We don’t provide any blankets, sheets or towels. Still, you can easily get bed, bath and kitchen packages from the POHA Shop before you move in, which will be awaiting you in your space when you arrive.

Renting with your significant other is definitely possible if you want to live in a studio. Just keep in mind that there’ll be a little extra charge of €200 per month to cover the costs for two. In some POHA Houses we also have flats that accommodate up to 6 people.

We organise regular events within our community spaces and outside POHA House. Imagine a good mix of wellness or workout events, after-work drinks, creative master classes and your spontaneous outdoor BBQ session. If you have an idea for an event, please approach us, and we’ll be happy to co-host it with you.

Absolutely. We collaborate with local and global shops and businesses, constantly on the look for exciting partnerships. Exclusive discounts for our residents are available through the POHA app under the 'Brands we love' section. If your company is interested in partnering with us, please reach out to us at hey@pohahouse.com.

In your POHA App you can easily track all your payments, open a support ticket via 'Ask Gaia' or check all the discounts you get from the brands we are partnering with. Additionally, you have the option to engage with your fellow residents by posting in various forums and seeking advice or information.

Check out our website's FAQ section to explore over 100 questions and answers. Read more: https://pohahouse.com/faq/

POHA House Essen offers a range of high-quality furnished flats including studio apartments, one-bedroom flats, and stay apartments suitable for both long-term and short-term accommodation.

POHA House Essen combines coliving, coworking, and short-stay apartments, providing fully furnished spaces, all-inclusive bills, community areas, and weekly social events like workshops and yoga sessions, offering more flexibility and community than traditional housing.

POHA House Essen is fully LGBTIQ+ inclusive and committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone can live as their true selves. They encourage residents to report any non-inclusive behavior.

Rent includes fully furnished accommodations, utilities, electricity, WiFi, access to community spaces, onsite community managers, regular events, and discounts at partner shops and brands.

Yes, you can schedule a viewing by filling out a short form with your personal information and preferred viewing date via their Space Portal.

POHA House Essen is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Nearby you can visit the Grüne Mitte park for outdoor relaxation, enjoy nightlife at venues like turock dance club, or dine at places such as Don't Panic Essen pub, providing you with a vibrant mix of leisure options before or after your visit.

Residents have easy access to nearby services including Sparkasse Essen - SB-Center for banking, Apiraami Enterprise supermarket for groceries, and Route66 Ink tattoo studio, helping fulfill various local needs conveniently.

Viehoferplatz public plaza nearby offers accessible transportation options for easy commuting to and from POHA House Essen, helping residents and visitors find their way conveniently.

You can reach out via email at hey@pohahouse.com or use the 'Ask Gaia' feature in the POHA mobile app for any questions, maintenance needs, or support during your stay.