Student Accommodation in Paris

Popularly known as the city of love, Paris is one of the best cities to be at if you are a student, professional or an entrepreneur. There are more than a dozen higher education institutions that provide some of the best education in the whole of the European Union.

Therefore, thousands of students come to the city every year to pursue their dreams, and this creates an excessive demand for student accommodation in Paris. To help these students, University Living boasts a pool of several hundred properties for students to choose from! We provide the best solutions for every student, depending on their choices and preferences.

Student accommodations in Paris are of various types, and there is something available for every student based on their choices and preferences. The various types of accommodation in Paris are as follows:

PBSAs (Purpose-Built Student Accommodations)

Purpose-Built Student Accommodations are properties built specially for students. PBSAs are quite popular means of student accommodation in France, and more specifically in Paris. PBSAs are further classified as:

• En-Suite Accommodation- In these properties, students get to have an entire room attached with a washroom to themselves, along with a shared kitchen and living room.

• Non-Ensuite Accommodation – In such properties, students get to have a private room for themselves along with a shared washroom, shared living room and a shared kitchen.

• Shared Apartments – These are the most affordable properties for students wherein; each room is shared among 2/3 occupants and everything from the washrooms to the living room and kitchen is shared with the occupants.

• Studio Apartments – Studio Apartments are the most premium sort of accommodation for students. Students get to have an entire room attached to a washroom and a kitchen.

Private Apartments

Private apartments are the most luxurious and comfortable accommodation that a student can get in Paris. In these apartments, students are provided with a 1/2/3 room apartment with attached washroom, a living room, and a kitchen, all for just one person. This seems like dream accommodation, and it truly is. But please note, these apartments do not come with inclusive bills, so make sure you plan your budget accordingly.

Paris is the capital of France and is also called the City of Lights and the City of Love, based on the banks of River Seine. Paris is one of the most culturally and historically rich cities in France. The overall population of the city is around 11 million and is more than 2000 years old.

Many great empires rose from the land of France, some were eliminated, while some conquered. But Paris remained the seat of governance for all those empires. Napolean Bonaparte is one of the most famous generals and emperors of the French Empire. Millions of people laid their lives to make Paris the city it is today.

Paris is also a global educational hub with several internationally renowned universities producing great scholars every year. Some of them include:

• Sorbonne University

• Université Paris Cité

• Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne University

• Université Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas

• École Normale Supérieure (ENS)

• Université Paris-Est Créteil

• HEC Paris

• ESCP Business School

• INSEAD

• Université Paris 8 Vincennes–Saint-Denis

Owing to the presence of these institutions, several thousands of students come to the city to pursue their higher education in!

Paris is safe with a city population of more than 2 million and a metropolitan population of over 11 million. Inspite of the large number of residents residing in the city, the overall atmosphere of Paris is safe and romantic. There are specific neighbourhoods that are made specifically for students in Paris, and these are mentioned below:

• Latin Quarter - This neighbourhood, located on the 5th arrondissement on the Left Bank, is a historic, bohemian district renowned for its intellectual atmosphere, the Sorbonne University, and vibrant student life. It features famous landmarks like the Pantheon, Shakespeare & Company bookstore, and the Jardin des Plantes, offering a mix of history, culture, and cafes.

• Le Marais - Located on the right bank of the city on the 3rd and 4th arrondissements, this neighbourhood is absolutely loved by students due to the aesthetic views that it has to provide. The neighbourhood is covered with historical medieval buildings and narrow alleys that have been turned into a market. Once a 17th-century aristocratic neighborhood, it now features upscale boutiques, art galleries, museums like the Musée Picasso, and the historic Place des Vosges.

• Montmartre - Montmartre is a historic, hilly neighbourhood in Paris's 18th arrondissement, renowned for its bohemian, village-like charm, artistic heritage, and the white-domed Sacré-Cœur Basilica at its summit. This neighbourhood offers a calmer vibe than the energetic city centre of Paris and is absolutely loved by students.

• Bastille - Living in Bastille will make you feel that you have been teleported to 18th century Paris during the French revolution. It was a fortress and a state prison, and the infrastructure of the neighbourhood has thousands of stories buried behind the walls of the fortress.

• Belleville – Belleville is another neighbourhood for student housing in Paris that students love to stay at! Belleville is a vibrant, hilly, and multicultural neighbourhood known for its gritty charm, street art, and artistic, working-class roots. Formerly an independent village annexed in 1860, it offers a "hidden village" feel with diverse dining, and the scenic Parc de Belleville.

Despite being the capital of France, Paris has a relatively lower cost of living than other major capital cities in Europe. Students can expect to spend an entire month in Paris for just under €1000- €1200 if they plan their budget right and stick to it. The cost of living in Paris depends on various factors, like how often you go out for dinner, if you choose an Uber or public transport to commute to the university, or how often you go out for movie dates or a bar spree in the city.

However, to make things easier for students, here is a table explaining how much you can expect to spend in a month in Paris:

These figures are tentative and might vary based on your expenditure and lifestyle. However, if the funds are managed properly, students can expect to live well under €1000 per month in Paris. To get a better idea of expenses, try our cost-of-living calculator for free!

There is a plethora of options for student housing in Paris to choose from. However, not every property is worth the shot. Some have a terrible reputation while others do not tender their services the way they should. Therefore, to make things easier for students, here is a list of top student rooms in Paris:

• Paris Issy

• Paris Gentilly

• Canvas La Defense

• 26 Rue Marcadet

• Rue Fernand Pelloutier 32

• Stud’Y

• Maisons Alfort

• Magellan

• Massy Palaiseau

• Gagny Residence

This was a list of properties that have high student ratings and are an absolute paradise to live in. Students love these properties and therefore, they are sold out very quickly. Book your spot before it's too late!

When it comes to affordable student housing in Paris, the city does not let you down. There are various properties in Paris that are a bit far away from the city centre but close to some universities and therefore, cost much less. Inspite of the cost being less, these properties do not compromise on quality and service offerings. Some of these properties include:

• Place de la Reunion 61

• Noisy Le Grand

• Le College

• Azimut

• Poissy

These properties are also some of the best in Paris and are perfectly safe to stay at! International students who are on a strict budget generally choose these accommodation as they help them save a fortune.

As mentioned earlier, Paris has a population of over 2 million residents, and therefore, the city boasts an extensive network of public transit systems that include metro, buses, REP trains and trams. These modes of transport are the lifeline of the city, and millions of people use them every day to either go to work or to go to university.

Here are some other important details on public transit in Paris:

• Metro - There are 16 lines in total that span across the city. This extensive network of metro makes sure that no part of the city is left inaccessible.

• RER Trains – These are suburban trains that cover more area than metro and provide connectivity from outside Paris to the city centre. It is mostly used by students who live a little outside the city to save costs.

• Buses - The RATP bus services offer 300 lines with 5,000+ buses serving the residents daily. It is comparatively cheaper than the metro, with most of the rides costing a flat €2.

The government of Paris also has a student travel card, which is called the Imagine R Student Pass. This pass costs €350 per annum and provides free travel to students in Paris’ pubic transit systems. Most students get this card instead of getting a ticket daily and save several hundred euros in fares.

Paris is one of the oldest cities in France and therefore, has a lot to visit. Most of these tourist attractions offer free entry for students or atleast, provide student discounts. Paris is home to the World of Wonder, the Eiffel Tower and the world-famous museum, The Lovre. Some other tourist attractions that you cannot miss as a student in Paris include:

• Notre-Dame Cathedral

• Montmartre

• Latin Quarter

• Champs-Élysée

• Seine River Cruise

• Luxembourg Gardens

• Centre Pompidou

• Le Marais

These places are some of the most visited by students and tourists and provide great insights into one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Paris!