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6 Kosts in Bogor: Near Universities and Affordable

Hello FlokqJune 3, 2020

Boarding has become a simple solution for individuals when living in cities for long periods of time as each room is usually facilitated by adequate necessities. What makes it more suitable for their needs is a boarding rental budget that fits your budget! Although boarding houses provide comfortable private rooms, there are usually some rules such as curfews and not allowing friends of the opposite sex to come to the room. They also have various public facilities. So, if you are considering looking for a special boarding house in Bogor, here is a list of 6 comfortable boarding houses that you might consider!

Kost in Bogor Under 2 Million

1. Kost Asri Pakuan Bogor

This kost is located in the heart of the city near Pakuan University and Botani Square, one of the malls in Bogor, this particular location is known as a strategic place because it is close to culinary spots, hospitals, and many more! Then, this boarding house is also only a few kilometers from the toll road, for those of you who want to travel to Jakarta! The building facilities are spacious, comfortable, clean, and not crowded even though it is in the city.

Address: Jl. Cidangiang No.43, RT.02 / RW.06, Tegallega, Central Bogor District, Bogor City, West Java 16127

Telephone Number: (+62251) 8363740

Room Type and Price: Room 3×5 Rp1.900.000,00 / month (not including electricity / token)

Facilities: 

• 24 hours access
• 24 hour security
• Air conditioning
• WiFi
• En suite bathroom and water heater
• Communal space
• Gazebo
• TV
• Kitchen
• Large parking lot

2. Kost Rahayu Bogor

Just like the kost Asri, kost Rahayu is also a kost in Bogor that is close to Pakuan University, but closer to IPB Baranangsiang University. Kost Rahayu is like kost in general with a modern twist. The area is famous for its many restaurants or culinary spots, entertainment, hospitals, and many more! This area is a comfortable and quite quiet area for the city, suitable for those of you who like a relaxed life.

Address: Jl. Pakuan No.15, RT.05 / RW.08, Tegallega, Central Bogor, Bogor City, West Java 16129

Telephone number: + 62878-7626-2488

Room Type and Price: Room 3x4m Rp1.200.000,00 / month (Not including electricity)

Facilities:

• 24-hour security
• Mixed costs
• Mattress, cupboard with glass, table, chair, glass, sink, and AC
• WiFi
• Ensuite bathroom
• Communal room, TV, kitchen, parking area

3. Kost Carmelia

Still the same as before, in the same area, Kost Carmelia is another mixed kost that accepts couples. Located in Baranangsiang like kost Rahayu, making it one of the boarding houses close to places of culinary, entertainment, and more! This kost is unique in that it provides breakfast every day and if you are planning to spend a night or two, you can rent this kost per day! Kost Carmelia is quite simple with a building that is like at home, perfect for those of you who prefer simplicity. However, this kost can only be accessed by foot or motorbike.

Address: Gg. H. Arif No.78, RT.03 / RW.08, Baranangsiang, Kec. Bogor Tim., Bogor City, West Java 16143

Telephone number: +62 813-8788-5801

Room types and prices:

Room 8 m2, single bed Rp. 1,200,000 / month, Rp. 120,000 / night

Room 10 m2, double bed Rp. 1,400,000 / person / month.

Facilities:

• 24-hour security
• Mixed costs
• Bed, cupboard, table, chair, glass, sink, and AC
• WiFi
• Ensuite bathroom
• Communal room, TV, kitchen, motorbike parking

You can also check out our recommendation for apartments in Bogor in here

4. Rumah Kost Terus Manis

Rumah Kost Terus Manis is located at Jalan Paledang Gang Buntu No. 4 Bogor (next to BPK Penabur Bogor School). This kost is open for men and women, but you don’t need to worry because the buildings for men and women are separate. The location is very strategic, close to the Bogor train station, banks, pharmacies, Bogor botanical gardens, Mall BTM, Bogor Market, post offices, STIE Kesatuan, Siloam Hospital, IPB Baranangsiang and IPB Pajajaran campuses, and Botani Square Mall.

Address: Gg. Buntu No.4, RT.02 / RW.02, Paledang, Central Bogor District, Bogor City, West Java 16122

Telephone number: 081285905950

Email: rumahkost.terusmanis@gmail.com

Price: Rp1.000.000,00

Facilities:

• 24 hour security
• Electric tokens per room
• 24 hour guard
• Parking for cars and motorbikes
• Ensuite bathroom
• Shower and toilet seat
• Beds, mattresses, chairs, tables and wardrobes

Kost in Bogor for Men

1. Biliardo Kost

Billiardo Kost is a kost located on Jalan Swadaya. The location is affordable, surrounded by many restaurants and has very good and clean shared facilities. The car park yard is also spacious, with a lounge and dining room for residents of the kost to sit and relax.

Address: Jl. Swadaya, Babakan Lebak RT002 / 006, Balumbang Jaya, West Bogor

Telephone number: 081903900360

Price: Rp1.250.000,00

Facilities:

• Kitchen
• Air conditioning
• Security
• The dining room
• Shared bathroom
• Parking for cars and motorbikes
• Cleaning service

Kost in Bogor for Women

1. AparKost Syariah Putri 

AparKost has the vibe of a villa house. Beautiful scenery, beautiful green nuances, cool air, comfortable for studying and worshiping. Located in the green lane behind the IPB Campus, on Jalan Cilubang Mekar (an alternative to IPB) about 600 meters from the back gate of the Dramaga Bogor Campus of IPB. The main road in front of the kost is mostly passed by public transportation. If you want to subscribe to WiFi, you can add Rp150.000,00 / month.

Address: Jl. Alternative IPB, Cikarawang, Kec. Dramaga, Bogor, West Java 16680

Telephone number: 0811833954

Price: Rp1.800.000,00

Facilities:

• Air conditioning
• Living room
• Rooftop
• Gazebo
• garden
• Jogging Track
• Access card
• Wi-Fi
• En suite bathroom
• 24 hour security
• Parking for cars and motorbikes

So, that’s the list of comfortable boarding houses in the Bogor area. Boarding will always be a solution if you don’t like being complicated. Remember to always be wise and pay attention to all your plans before you move! Good luck in finding your ideal boarding house. You can also read recommendations for boarding houses or other apartments from Flokq!