Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Paris
| Private rooms Paris | 8245 | 1494/month |
| Residences Paris | 163 | 856/month |
| Studios Paris | 3494 | 2330/month |
| Apartments Paris | 6314 | 2689/month |
Paris is the most expensive city to live in as a student in France. However, it attracts thousands of students every year thanks to its incredible atmosphere and its prestigious institutions in different fields of study.
The amount of accommodation available for students is often less than the demand, so the search is often difficult. Try to do it in advance and in Erasmus Play, to find a verified shared flat more easily.
If you choose a room far from the centre for budget reasons, try to look at its location and the transport connection you have with your university and with the busiest places. Avoid having to spend a lot on public transport.
Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Paris
The following are the main advantages and disadvantages of living in a shared flat in the French capital:
Advantages of sharing a flat in Paris
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You will have a lower cost than renting an entire flat, you can afford to find accommodation in more convenient neighbourhoods for you that is not so far from the downtown.
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You will be accompanied in the apartment for those days when your mood is affected by the cloudy and grey winter weather.
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You will surely live in a multicultural environment and be surrounded by different nationalities. It will be much better if one of your classmates is local, so you can practise your French with them!
Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Paris
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The number of shared flats available is lower compared to the demand, so finding one can be very complicated. To make it easier, we put at your disposal the Erasmus Play housing platform.
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Rooms are usually small, especially in the centre of Paris. Keep in mind that your room is going to be the only space that you will have complete for yourself.
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Owners don't often refurbish apartments because they know there is a lot of demand and they're going to be rented out anyway, so they're often poorly insulated for the winter months.
Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Paris
One of the apps for Erasmus+ that you will be able to use for your exchange in Paris is the one created by the European Commission. In it, you will be able to apply for a new Erasmus program, validate subjects, look for information on paperwork and read some experiences and advice from Erasmus students from previous years in Paris.
How to meet people in Paris
In addition to making friends with your flatmates, we recommend that you use one of the following ways to meet people in the French capital:
Student associations in Paris
In many universities, there are Bureau des Etudiants, organizations of students planning activities for young people to get to know each other. There is also the Bureau des Sports, with which you will be able to carry out different sports activities.
All these associations organize parties, trips, sports events and other activities during the year. You will also be able to be part of ESN Paris and meet young people from other universities.
Facebook groups for Erasmus in Paris
There are several groups created on Facebook in which you will be able to connect with other students who are going to be in Paris at the same time as you and in which you will be able to keep up with all the activities and events that are organized for Erasmus in the city. Some of them are ESN Paris, Paris Erasmus Life and those that are divided according to the school year.
WhatsApp groups for Erasmus in Paris
On many occasions, Facebook groups and associations create WhatsApp groups. These serve so that each of the students can introduce themselves and meet other young people with the same interests. It also works to keep up to date with events easily.
Tips for living in a shared apartment in Paris
We give you some tips on living in a shared flat in Paris:
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The rooms can be part of shared flats, family houses or residences. Keep this in mind when doing your search.
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We recommend that, if you are looking for accommodation far from the centre due to your budget, you have Google Maps and RATP to see the public transport connection you are going to have.
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Try to reach an agreement with your flatmates about the use of heating in winter, since it makes the electricity bill increase a lot and that can cause arguments.
Frequently asked queries about sharing a flat in Paris
How much does a shared flat cost in Paris? |
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| The cost of accommodation in Paris is usually quite high. A single room starts at €350 and up, but the cheapest ones are usually located far from the centre. |
How to find roommates in Paris? |
| You should look in online communities such as Erasmus Play, where you will be able to find both individual and shared rooms in a shared flat with other students. |
How to meet people in Paris? |
| If you share a flat, take the opportunity to establish a friendship with your colleagues. You can also join the activities organized by the student associations, as well as the different Facebook and WhatsApp groups that are created for and by Erasmus. |
Why share a student flat in Paris? |
| Because a student's budget is not usually high and sharing a flat will allow you to choose an apartment with a better location. Another advantage is that it is more fun to share the day to day with other young people who are in the same situation as you. |
What should I take into account when entering a flatshare in Paris? |
| Keep an open mind and remember that your roommates are likely to have different nationalities, which makes each of them have their own unique lifestyle. |
