Student Accommodation in Lyon

Lyon is the third largest city in France. The capital of gastronomy, the most student-friendly city, and the hometown of the Little Prince, all these are titles awarded to Lyon, which enjoys an excellent reputation in economy, culture, gastronomy and history.

Lyon is also the best city in France to do business, with a fast-growing economy, Lyon is a European pioneer in digital innovation, and also an important center for entrepreneurship and technology in France. This explains why so many students come to Lyon's business schools like Emlyon and IDRAC.

With a long history spanning over two thousand years. Lyon has been served as the capital of the Gaul region. In 1998, Vieux Lyon, the Fourvière, and Croix-Rousse were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List for their well-maintained Renaissance and medieval buildings. They are also a popular place for students to find Lyon student apartments. Plenty of medieval and Renaissance architecture and authentic, delicious restaurants are popular among students.

Looking for the best Lyon student accommodation? Studios on uhomes.com are popular among students due to their affordability, central locations, and ready-to-move-in furnishing. Our Lyon student accommodations are spread across old city centers and peaceful suburbs, offering students a variety of housing options. You can choose one that is close to your school. Below are some Lyon student apartments recommended by uhomes.com. Before booking, don’t forget to consult with us to ask about student discounts!

Gesteted Archange

Les Estudines Le Clip

Les Estudines Saxe-Gambetta

Les Estudines Garibaldi

10 Rue de la Republique

50 Rue du President Édouard Herriot

62 rue de Brest

111 rue Cuvier

29 rue Gasparin

12 rue de la Republique

Being a student-friendly city, the prices for student accommodation Lyon France are also very student-friendly. uhomes.com has a list of cheap student accommodation from 400€-600€, so if your favorite student room has few remaining available spaces or is sold out, you can contact us to lock in this accommodation for you in the shortest time. If you want to grab the cheapest and most modern student accommodation in Lyon, France, sometimes you need to queue up on a waiting list or register for the first time when a room is released.

Saint Barthélémy——400€/month

apartment near Rue Ternois——474€/month

apartment near Rue Vauban——436€/month

M Lyon 9——495€/month

Felix——480€/month

Gesteted Archange——495€/month

apartment near Route de Genève——450€/month

apartment near Cours Emile Zola——540€/month

apartment near Cours Charlemagne——510€/month

Lyon7eme Cardinalcampus——530€/month

Student accommodation Lyon France is divided into several main areas depending on the location of the school and the student’s needs, Some are in commercial centers, some in old neighborhoods, and others in the suburbs. Here are the best areas that uhomes.com recommends for Lyon student accommodation.

Apartments for rent in Villeurbanne

Students in Lyon are usually settled in the Villeurbanne, called “Lyon's university hub”, which is close to the main universities such as Lyon 1, Lyon 2 and Lyon 3. And rents for Lyon student housing are lower and facilities are relatively comprehensive. 

Apartments for rent in Part-Dieu

Part-Dieu is the commercial and financial center of Lyon, so those who like to live in the commercial center and do their internships in finance will prefer to stay here. A variety of transportation networks converge here, making it easy for students to commute frequently between campus and the office. 

Apartments for rent in Vieux Lyon

Vieux Lyon retains its 15th-17th century architecture, which has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Students who like Lyon's historical and cultural atmosphere will prefer to live in Vieux Lyon. The most famous Lyonese restaurant “Bouchon” is also located here. Therefore, Vieux Lyon is also the best place for tourists.

Apartments for rent in Écully

Although Écully is a suburban town in the west of Lyon, its quiet, safe environment and high-end accommodations make it a favored residence for the rich and famous. The Emlyon and École Centrale de Lyon are just located in this town, so students who attend these schools prefer to live here as well.

If you still don't well know the area of Lyon, you can have a free consultation with our consultants, who are specialists in student accommodation in Lyon and can provide you with helpful advice.

The main expenses for Lyon students are student housing, food and transportation. According to the average, the cost of living for students in Lyon is around 1,000 €/month.

Student Accommodation

A shared student accommodation in Lyon costs around 350-600€/month. Many students in Lyon choose furnished studios to have more private space, the rent for a studio in Lyon student apartment is about 600-900€/month.

Food

Students in Lyon are able to get a simple meal at the subsidized student cafeteria for 3€/meal, about 200€/month. If you want to buy your ingredients from a supermarket such as Carrefour and cook your own meals, you'll spend about 250€/month. If you eat at restaurants for most of the time, you will spend more depending on the situation.

Transportation

Lyon is a bike-sharing city, so if your student accommodation in Lyon, France is not very far from the school, you can ride a shared bike “Vélo’v” to school. The annual fee for “Vélo’v” bike is 30€, which is 2-3€/month. If you live far away from the school, you can also get a Técély card to take the metro, which costs 32.5€/month.

If you want to save your transportation expenses in Lyon, you can contact a consultant at uhomes.com to get recommendations for Lyon student apartments that are within walking distance of campus. Or look for some cheap Lyon student apartments.

As the second largest center of higher education in France and the best city to study business, Lyon attracts thousands of domestic and international students every year.

Lyon has a variety of international universities：

Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1

UNIVERSITE LUMIERE: LYON II

Université Lyon 3

École Centrale de Lyon

There are also some of the top business schools in Lyon:

EMLYON Business School

IDRAC Business School

IESEG School of Management-Lille

If you’re attending one of Lyon’s universities, booking your student accommodation through uhomes.com is a smart choice. With hundreds of student accommodations in Lyon, France designed for convenient campus living, uhomes.com ensures a seamless experience. Plus, students in Lyon can enjoy the added benefit of 0 service fees on their bookings. Contact us today!

TCL(Lyon's common transport system) consists of 4 metro lines, 2 funiculars, 7 tramway lines and over 100 bus lines, including electric trolleybuses, and it is the second largest public transport system in France ( only after Paris).

Metro

Lyon’s metro system consists of four lines: A, B, C, and D. The metro usually operates until midnight on weekdays, with extended hours on weekends. Students are encouraged to get a TCL pass, which offers discounts for unlimited travel within the network.

Bus

Lyon has an extensive bus network that complements the metro and tram system, reaching areas that are further from the city center. Suburban areas like Écully (home to EM Lyon and École Centrale) and Bron (home to Lyon 2) are well-served by buses. Many buses run until late at night, and night buses (Pleine Lune lines) are available for students returning home after evening activities.

Tram

Lyon’s tram system includes seven lines (T1 to T7), providing efficient connections between key university campuses, suburbs, and city districts. Popular routes include T1, linking the La Doua campus (Lyon 1 and INSA) to the city center, and T2, serving Lyon 2’s Bron campus.

Funicular

Lyon also features two funicular lines, which are an iconic part of the city’s transport system, connecting the lower city to the steep hills of Fourvière and Croix-Rousse. These funiculars are a convenient and scenic way for students and visitors to explore Lyon's historic and cultural landmarks while avoiding the steep climbs.

Train

The TER train connects Lyon, France with neighboring cities. You can purchase a ticket from a Lyon train station (Part-Dieu or Perrache) or an e-ticket on the SNCF to travel on the TER train to the following neighboring cities:

Grenoble: about 1 hour and a half

Saint-Étienne: about 1 hour

Annecy: about 2 hours

uhomes.com offers hundreds of Lyon student residences that are within walking distance and easy to navigate, so you can choose your school and filter the accommodations closest to your school. If you don't have any idea about student housing in Lyon, feel free to consult our professional consultants and we will provide you with a one-on-one consultation.

The student life in Lyon is a lively combination of international diversity, academic success, and cultural abundance. The city houses top-tier universities and business schools that draw students globally. In addition to its academic offerings, and also provides a vibrant cultural environment, making it a perfect destination for young individuals to learn, interact, and discover. Students can also experience a mix of historical allure and contemporary living in this city.

As a prominent academic center, thousands of international students are attracted to universities in Lyon every year because of their variety of programs in fields such as medicine, engineering, business, and social sciences. These schools offer classes in both French and English, providing opportunities for student exchanges and dual degrees in collaboration with international universities. The varied student population fosters cross-cultural learning and networking opportunities as students from different cultural backgrounds connect in the environment. 

The student experience in Lyon is rich in cultural life. The city provides a distinct culinary experience, ranging from local restaurants serving Lyon sausages to Michelin restaurants offering fine cuisine. Alongside its culinary offerings, Lyon boasts a vibrant arts and culture community. Museums, theaters, galleries, and the iconic Fête des Lumières event draw visitors globally. 

If you want to have the opportunity to engage in art, music, and movies while experiencing Lyon's lively social scene, we highly recommend you contact us to book student housing near Vieux Lyon, uhomes.com will provide the lowest price and special discount for students.

Attractions in Lyon are mainly located in the Vieux Lyon and Place Bellecour. If your student housing in Lyon is close to the Vieux Lyon or Place Bellecour, we recommend you to visit the following top attractions in Lyon:

Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière

Théâtre Antique de Fourvière

Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste

Traboules

Bouchons Lyonnais

Rue de la République

Opéra de Lyon

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon

Quai Saint-Antoine

The best time to book Lyon student apartments is 1-3 months before enrollment.

If you are a student enrolling in September or October, you should ideally start looking for flats for rent in Lyon in June. If you are a student enrolling in January, you should start looking for Lyon accommodation at the end of October. It is essential to book your student accommodation in Lyon in advance, as you will have more options and better prices. If you already have an offer, you can contact our consultants to book and line up popular Lyon student apartments for you.

You can complete the booking of your Lyon student apartment in just a few steps! If you have any questions, feel free to talk to our consultants and we will try to find the best Lyon accommodation for you. A simple way to book your Lyon student apartment at uhomes.com: 

• Find your ideal student accommodation on our website
• Contact our consultant
• Confirm your information
• Sign your contract
• Pay the rent
• Waiting for the check-in

Most of the student accommodation in Lyon, France is for students or interns only. If you have already graduated or are coming to Lyon to start your new job, we can also offer you social apartments in Lyon at a reasonable price. You can also filter the different types of Lyon accommodation using the Property Type button on the page.

The average cost of student accommodation in Lyon is €598 per month. This rent is even more affordable if you live in shared student accommodation, plus the rent subsidy provided by the government. Additionally, the rent of your student accommodation is also affected by location. Rent in Villeurbanne, Jean Macé, and Écully will be relatively cheaper.

Whether you need Lyon student apartments in the suburbs or near the financial center, uhomes.com can provide you with plenty of benefits:

Verified properties at the lowest prices

All of uhomes.com's Lyon student accommodations are verified and officially partnered with local student apartments. Students can stay in these houses safely, and our consultants can provide you with up-to-date videos of the houses. We are committed to providing our students with the lowest prices for student accommodation in Lyon, which are usually equal to or lower than the prices on the official website.

0 service fee Lyon student apartments 

For student accommodations in Lyon that are partnered with uhomes.com, we do not charge students any service fees as well as any other charges.

No need for a guarantor

At uhomes.com, renting Lyon student accommodation does not require students to provide guarantor information to complete the rental process. Also, we do not charge the student for the guarantor service.

One-on-one professional consulting

Our consultants will take care of the entire rental process and your questions can be answered as soon as possible. If you're looking for help finding a roommate or paying rent, we are here to help!

User-friendly App

You can easily check the accommodation and reach us through our app.

This will depend on the location of your school. An ideal Lyon student accommodation should be close to your campus. If you are a student at Emlyon and École Centrale de Lyon, living in Écully is the best choice, as it's quiet and close to your school. If your school is close to the center of Lyon, you can consider Villeurbanne, Jean Macé, Part-Dieu, and Vieux Lyon. You can also consult our consultants for advice.