Find accommodation in Lille

Lille is a vibrant student city located at the crossroads of France and Belgium, offering a unique blend of cultural influences and a rich history. It is one of the favorite destinations for international students coming to France. If you are looking for accommodation for your studies in Lille, there are plenty of options you can consider. Here is what you need to know to make your housing research easier.

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Lille, a student city at the crossroads of France and Belgium

Lille is one of the most dynamic cities in France, known for its bustling streets, charming architecture, and thriving cultural scene. The city is home to several renowned universities, including the Université de Lille, making it a popular destination for students from around the world. It also hosts famous business schools, such as EDHEC, Skema or IESEG.

The city is ideally located, 1 hour away from both Paris and Brussels by train. It makes it the perfect starting point for exploring France and Belgium during your international experience.

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Student accommodation in Lille, France

Lille offers a range of options for student accommodation, including apartments, residences, and shared flats. Whether you're looking for a place to call your own or prefer a more social living environment, you're sure to find a suitable option in Lille.

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Rent an apartment in Lille

One of the most popular options among students looking for accommodation in Lille is to rent an apartment. You can either rent a private apartment, a studio, a room in a shared flat... You will find numerous housing ads on websites such as  leboncoin, seloger, or locservice.

Still, you need to be very careful when browsing on such websites, as this is where most scams operate. Read our article on how to spot housing scams >

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Erasmus flats in Lille

Lille is a popular destination for Erasmus students, with a thriving community and a range of accommodations to suit their needs. From shared apartments to private flats, Erasmus students in Lille will find plenty of options for student housing, such as Livinfrance or Erasmusu.

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Student residences in Lille

If you're looking for a more structured living environment, student residences in Lille may be the perfect option for you. These buildings offer a range of services, including laundry facilities, common areas, and 24-hour security, making them ideal for students. Some popular student residences in Lille include Estudines, and Résidence Etudiante Lille.

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Université de Lille accommodation

If you are going to Université de Lille and want to find accommodation near your school, there are plenty of options. First, the university has different campuses (Cité Scientifique, Pont-de-Bois, Lille-Moulins, etc). On these campuses are Crous residences, that allow students to accommodate at a lower cost. Still, a Crous residence is harder to secure than other types of accommodation, because they prioritize students with scholarships.

Whatever campus of Université de Lille you are going to, you can reach the housing services of the University in order to get further insights on your housing options.

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All accommodation (Université Catholique de Lille)

The Université Catholique de Lille welcomes 25,500 students each year. In order to help its numerous students find accommodation in Lille, it has implemented the website "All accommodation", which offers 17 student residences in Lille and its surroundings.

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Find cheap accommodation in Lille

As part of the 10 most populated cities in France, accommodation in Lille can be rather expensive. In order to find a place to stay that fits your budget, there are several criteria you have to take into account.

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What is the average price for accommodation in Lille?

For a private studio, apartment, or room in a shared flat, rental prices usually range between €500 and €700. You can obviously find cheaper options outside the city.

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Find accommodation near Lille

In order to pay a lower rent, many students choose to look for accommodation in the cities surrounding Lille :

• Villeneuve d'Ascq: this is actually where the campuses Cité Scientifique and Pont de Bois are located, making it a suitable option if you go to one of them. If your school is in Lille, do not worry: the subway serves the city. Reaching Lille's city center will not take you more than 30 minutes. Rental prices are cheaper than in Lille, generally around €500.
• La Madeleine and Marcq-en-Baroeul: these 2 cities are located north-east of Lille, and offer a wide range of accommodation. Both are well served by public transportation.
• Lomme-Lambersart: these 2 cities are located northwest of Lille. This is probably where you can find the cheapest accommodation options if you want to live close to Lille.

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Where to stay in Lille

If you want to live inside Lille, there are very different areas you can stay in. Indeed, the districts of Lille are very varied, whether in terms of atmosphere, architecture, or facilities.

The best areas to live in as a student

Here are the areas that stand out as particularly suitable for students:

• Lille Center: this includes areas such as Gare Lille Flandres, République Beaux-Arts, or Rue Solférino. With plenty of bars, restaurants, good public transportation and a lively atmosphere, Lille Center is a very popular neighborhood among students.
• Vieux Lille: a charming neighborhood, where many historic buildings are located. The offer for private apartments and shared flats is particularly wide in this area. However, this is probably the area where the rental prices are the highest, and it is very unlikely to find a place with a parking spot if this is one of your requirements.

• Wazemmes: located just outside the city center, Wazemmes has become a more and more popular area for students. It offers a wide range of student accommodation : student residences, shared flats, and apartments. Rental prices are usually cheaper than in the center or the Vieux Lille.
• Vauban-Esquermes: this is the ideal area to go for if you are going to Université Catholique de Lille, as this is where most of its schools are located. The area offers a wide range of apartments, student residences, etc.

The areas to avoid when looking for accommodation in Lille

Here are some areas you might want to avoid when looking for student accommodation in Lille:

• Lille-Sud: as its name implies, the Lille-Sud area is located in southern Lille. This area is typically considered as one of the least safe in the city.
• Fives: even if it is well-connected to public transportation, Fives is not a really attractive area in Lille, probably due to the lack of facilities there.

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