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Student accommodation near the University of Montpellier

€463/month

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Room at Square Murillo, Les Cévennes

€460/month

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Room at Rue de Barcelone

€475/month

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Room at 6 Rue Gaucelin de la Garde

€450/month

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Room at Place Paul Vigné d'Octon, Port Marianne

€450/month

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Room at 39 Pl. Paul Vigne d'Octon, 34000 Montpellier, France

€450/month

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Room at 12, rue du chèvrefeuille

€588/month

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Room at 42 avenue Saint-Lazare

€485/month

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Room at 1 Place Romain Rolland

€445/month

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Room at Montpellier, 34070

€460/month

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Room at 49, rue du Faubourg Saint Jaumes

€460/month

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Room at Montpellier, 34070

€420/month

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Room at 752 Av. Professeur Louis Ravas, 34090 Montpellier, France

€450/month

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Room at Place Paul Vigne d'Octon

€475/month

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Room at 6 Rue Gaucelin de la Garde

€500/month

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Room at Cours Gambetta, Gambetta

€495/month

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Room at 5 Rue Henri René, 34000 Montpellier, France

€480/month

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Room at 49 rue du Faubourg Saint Jaumes

€420/month

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Room at 39 Rue de la Figairasse, 34070 Montpellier, France

€420/month

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Room at Rue Calvin, Alco

€450/month

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Room at 12 rue du chèvrefeuille

Flats, rooms and residences near the University of Montpellier

The University of Montpellier (UM) was born from the merger of the Universities Montpellier I and Montpellier II. It’s one of the oldest institutions in France, founded in 1220. Each year it welcomes more than 51,000 students, making it a lively institution.

Available accommodationTotalAverage price
Private room Montpellier360€490
Residence Montpellier20€555
Studio Montpellier0
Entire place Montpellier11€2618
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In this article we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the institution, so you can find student accommodation near the University of Montpellier.

Student flats and spare rooms near UM

Depending on the degree you study, you’ll have to choose in which area of the city you’re going to live. In this section you’ll find useful information about the arrangement of the University.

Where’s the University of Montpellier located?

Its buildings are throughout the city. It has eight faculties and numerous schools and buildings:

Triolet Campus

It’s located in the north of Montpellier, in the Sant-Eloi district, half an hour by tram from the historic centre.

On this campus you will find the following buildings:

  • Faculty of Science: you will find classes from different departments such as Biology-Life Mechanisms, Biology-Ecology, Chemistry, Institute of Business Administration (IAE) and the Observatory for Environmental Research of Montpellier (OREME).
  • Polytech Montpellier: it’s a public Engineering School which is part of the University of Montpellier.
  • National School of Chemistry of Montpellier (ENSCM)

Richter Campus

This campus is located to the east of the historic centre, in Port Marianne district, around 20 minutes away. Here you will find different faculties:

  • Faculty of Economics
  • Montpellier Management: it offers courses in the field of Management Sciences (finance, accounting, marketing, strategy, human resources) and Administration (economics, law).
  • Institute of Preparation for General Administration (IPAG)

Arnaud de Villeneuve Campus

It’s located in the north-west of the city, in the Bon Secours district, 20 minutes by public transport from the city centre. In this area you will find:

  • Faculty of Medicine: in this faculty you will find the departments of Medicine, Maieutics, Orthopaedics and Orthophony.
  • IUT Montpellier
  • Faculty of Sciences and Techniques of Physical and Sport Activities

Faculty of Dentistry

This one is the most distant faculty. It’s located in the district of Malbosc, to the northwest of Montpellier city centre, about 35 minutes from Montpellier. It prepares future dental surgeons, teachers and hospital doctors.

Buildings in the centre of Montpellier

In the centre of the city there are several UM buildings:

  • Faculty of Pharmacy and Biomedicine: within this faculty you can find Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Health Engineering, among many others.
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Law and Political Science
  • Faculty of Medicine: it has two seats in Montpellier, this one and the one on the campus Arnaud Villeneuve.

Best neighbourhoods to live in near UM

Depending on your studies, it’s advisable to look for accommodation in one area or another in order to be closer to your faculty. In this section we recommend you the most popular neighbourhoods near the University of Montpellier.

Port Marianne

Campus Richter is located in this neighbourhood, so if you are going to study there, this is your best option. It’s a modern and dynamic neighbourhood with lots of opportunities. It has a variety of green areas like the Charpak park which is next to the Bassin Jacques Coeur, a small lake where you can enjoy the outdoors. If you're looking for peace and quiet, this is your neighbourhood.

Beaux Arts

It’s the students' favourite neighbourhood. It's in the city centre, so you can easily get to all the faculties in this area. This neighbourhood has a very youthful atmosphere, as it’s full of bars, restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy with your new friends.

Les Arceaux

Les Arceaux is very close to the campus of Triolet and next to the centre of Montpellier, making it a perfect area for students. It's a residential neighbourhood with a good atmosphere, and has weekly markets where you can try typical local products. There are also many traditional bistros.

Student residences near UM

The public student residences are run by the CROUS organisation, which manages various services for students at French universities. There’re many options throughout the city, some of them right next to the campuses.

As a university city, there are also many private residence options. They usually offer more amenities and additional services compared to the public ones, even if for a higher price.

Erasmus at the University of Montpellier

  • UM has more than 140 associations in which you can get involved. It can be very useful for meeting new people and exploring French culture!
  • The University of Montpellier Health Centre (Centre de Soins Universitaire de Montpellier - CSU) is an inter-institutional service run by the University of Montpellier which allows all students access to primary care services. It offers consultations without upfront payment with a team of professionals: general practitioners, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, physiotherapists, etc. This is sure to give you some peace of mind when you go to study in a new city.

FAQ about the University of Montpellier

What courses can you study at the University of Montpellier?

This institution is particularly recognised for studies in the fields of Health Sciences and Biology. But you can also study Law and Political Science, Economics and Science.

Where do the University of Montpellier students live?

The most famous neighbourhood among students is Beaux Arts, in the centre. Although Port Marianne and Les Arceaux are very good options near the various campuses of the institution.

Which are the best Apps for Erasmus in the University of Montpellier?

You can download the Erasmus Play App! It’s a platform where you can find accommodation quickly and easily. In addition, you’ll be able to meet students who are going to study in Montpellier even before you arrive in the French city.

Where is the University of Montpellier located?

The UM campuses are spread throughout the city. For example, the Triolet Campus is located in the Sant-Eloi district, while the Richter Campus is in the Port Marianne area. The Arnaud de Villeneuve Campus and the Faculty of Dentistry are located in the northwest of the city, the first one in Bon Secours and the other in Malbosc. In addition, the institution has several buildings in the centre of Montpellier.

How’s student life at the University of Montpellier?

The city is full of students from all over the world, so the atmosphere is youthful and multicultural. Montpellier is also known for its rich cultural environment.