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Student accommodation, flats and rooms for rent in Sant Cugat del Vallès
Sant Cugat del Vallès

Student accommodation, flats and rooms for rent in Sant Cugat del Vallès

Sant Cugat del Vallès is a municipality in the province of Barcelona, ​​located in the Western Vallés. It is located on the other side of the Sierra de Collserola. In fact, from Sant Cugat, you will have access to different parts of the Serra de Collserola Natural Park, a natural area with abundant nature where you can do different sports and enjoy the views of Barcelona and its surroundings. In addition, in Sant Cugat, there is a varied leisure offer for young people.

Surely you are wondering, How to find cheap accommodation in Sant Cugat del Vallès for students? There is a lot of supply here, but there is also a lot of demand. We recommend that you start searching in advance and do so in the Erasmus Play housing search engine, where you will be able to see the offer of verified accommodation from different platforms and online websites. As all the accommodations there are verified, you will be able to book securely and 100% online.

Student apartments for rent in Sant Cugat del Vallès

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When looking for flats, be sure to pay attention to the characteristics of each accommodation, such as location or whether it has a shared lounge, terrace, heating, equipped kitchen, etc. Keep in mind that most of them include basic appliances such as a refrigerator, oven, microwave and washing machine, all the same, you have to look out for these in case it doesn’t have them.

The monthly cost of a studio apartment is high, ranging from € 790 onwards. When it comes to apartments with more rooms to share between several young people, you can find some cheap offers, such as € 750 per month for two rooms, but they generally start from € 1,250 as a base.

Student room for rent in Sant Cugat del Vallès

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This alternative is one of the most chosen by international students who move to Sant Cugat del Vallès since it allows you to save enormously on the monthly rent.

The price of the rooms depends on whether it is individual or shared, although both alternatives start from a price of € 250 (per person in the case of shared rooms). Of course, the price of a single room can go up to € 790 per month, also depending on the features it includes.

Student accommodation in Sant Cugat del Vallès

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Here are some of the areas preferred by students to live in this city of Barcelona, ​​both for its location and its connection with the surroundings.

Apartments for rent in the centre of Sant Cugat

Most of the leisure places preferred by students are concentrated in this neighbourhood, both restaurants, bars and green areas. It is the area with the easiest access to the city of Barcelona by public transport. Here, the price of a studio flat averages € 900 per month.

Apartments in the Mira-Sol neighbourhood 

Mira-Sol is located to the west of Sant Cugat and is a convenient neighbourhood especially for students who go to the International University of Catalonia. Keep in mind that it is a quieter area than the city centre and that it does not have as many restaurants and leisure options. In Mira-Sol, a studio apartment has an average price of € 850 and one with more rooms goes from € 1,250 onwards.

Rooms for rent in Valldoreix

This area is located to the south. It has a wide variety of leisure and shopping sites and has quick access to part of the Serra de Collserola Natural Park, where you will be able to enjoy nature and the views to the fullest.

Erasmus accommodation near the Universities of Sant Cugat

The following are the most chosen universities by students who move to study and live in Sant Cugat del Vallès:

International University of Catalonia

The Sant Cugat campus of this institution has the faculties of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dentistry and Education Sciences. It also has the General University Hospital of Catalonia as part of its facilities. The campus is to the west of Sant Cugat, about 20 minutes by public transport. If you are going to go to this university, you should look for accommodation in areas such as the centre, Mira-Sol or Valldoreix.

Polytechnic University of Catalonia

In Sant Cugat del Vallès you can find the Higher Technical School of Architecture (ETSAV), an institution dependent on this university. Here the subjects of the architecture career are studied, as well as some Masters in the same field. This campus is located in the centre of Sant Cugat, so this would be the most appropriate neighbourhood to find accommodation.

University residence in Sant Cugat del Vallès

There are several residences for students, both private and offered by universities. You will be able to choose between different types of accommodation, such as studio flats, single or shared rooms. Generally, the price tends to be between the medium-high cost of accommodation of the same characteristics outside the residences.

Frequently asked questions about Sant Cugat del Vallès

How much does a room cost in Sant Cugat del Vallès?

There are two alternatives, single rooms or shared with another student. Both options have a price that starts at € 250, but the average for a single room is € 400 per month.

Why share a flat in Sant Cugat del Vallès?

The reason why most Erasmus students decide to share a flat is that this reduces the rental price considerably. In addition, you will live the experience more closely with other young people who are in the same situation, and most of the students of previous years assure that they become your family quickly.

Is it worth living in Sant Cugat del Vallès instead of Barcelona?

If you are going to attend classes at a university located in Sant Cugat, it is best to find accommodation there. In this way, you will save money and time from not going to Barcelona every day, you always have the chance to go to Barcelona anytime you want as San Cugat del Vallés is pretty close. Although, if you prefer to live in Barcelona, ​​we recommend the neighbourhoods of Grácia or Sant Gervasi.

What is the approximate monthly cost for a student in Sant Cugat del Vallès?

This city is considered to be an expensive one in Catalonia, ​​so prices are usually high. If you rent a room in a shared flat and add food and leisure expenses, it means that you are going to spend around € 800 per month.

Why go on Erasmus to Sant Cugat del Vallès?

In this municipality, you will be able to enjoy the city, the nearby nature and Barcelona. You will also be able to get into the local culture to the fullest, enjoying the gastronomy and different cultural events. In addition, from the nearby airport of El Prat and from the train stations you will be able to travel to several European cities.