Finding student accommodation in Rennes: tips and advice

Every year, the city of Rennes welcomes a large number of new students. The city is one of the most popular destinations for higher education, thanks in particular to its stimulating student environment. If you’d like to find out more about the city’s many advantages, find out why you should study in Rennes. Because of its reputation and the fact that students prefer it as a destination, finding accommodation here can be a real challenge. If you’re considering a sandwich course, you should be aware that the rhythm of the company/course can also influence your accommodation needs, travel arrangements and day-to-day organisation.

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However, there are some tricks you can use to find your ideal home more easily and quickly. In this article, we’ve put together some tips to help you in your search.

Finding student accommodation in Rennes:

is a challenge when there is a lack of information
involves considering the environment you prefer to live in, the activities available and the infrastructure.
allows you to benefit from a wealth of culture and an excellent student experience
gives you the opportunity to choose between different courses and training programmes
must be based on your choice of higher education institution.

Student city

Why is Rennes an ideal city for students?

Are you looking for a city where you can combine quality studies, a controlled budget and a dynamic lifestyle? Rennes ticks all the boxes of a city where students can fully project themselves and anticipate future professional opportunities. As well as its friendly atmosphere and strong student spirit, Rennes has a rich cultural and social life. The city also offers a safe, human-scale setting, making it easy to get around while enjoying a green environment. Finally, its proximity to the sea and the quality of its transport links make Rennes particularly attractive to those seeking a balance between study, relaxation and discovery.

A complete environment for studying and living

Rennes has two universities, renowned business and management schools and a wide choice of specialisations. University libraries, coworking spaces, incubators, U restaurants and sports facilities provide an environment conducive to successful business studies in Rennes. In terms of mobility, the 2 metro lines, bus network and self-service bicycles mean you can get around quickly and cheaply, a real plus for optimising your student budget and time.

Accommodation in Rennes: average prices to know

The market remains more affordable than in the major metropolitan areas, with real opportunities on the outskirts and in shared accommodation. Don’t forget to think about housing subsidies (APL/ALS) and Crous grants to lighten the bill.

Studio / T1: €450-550 / month
T2: €700-750/month
Shared flat (per room): €350-600 / month
Crous: from around €255/month

Rents are highest in the city centre and fall as you move away from the metro stations.

City

Where can I find accommodation if I’m a student in Rennes?

There’s a huge choice when it comes to finding student accommodation in Rennes. It all depends on your needs, of course, but also on your preferences in terms of activities.

The city centre

Would you like to take advantage of the dynamism for which the city of Rennes is well known? Opt for accommodation in the city centre. You’ll have more choice, whether you want to go to a café, bar, restaurant or any other place of interest outside your course hours.

The advantage of living in a city centre is that it’s very easy to get from one place to another, which is very practical on a day-to-day basis. However, living in the city centre is generally more expensive for students, unless you can find a solution to share with other students.

The Villejean and Beauregard districts

Looking for a more affordable alternative? You can also find student accommodation in Rennes in the Villejean and Beauregard districts. Prices are generally well within student budgets.

There are plenty of facilities in these areas for going out, relaxing and getting around, including libraries and green spaces.

Sainte-Thérèse and Cleunay

Do you prefer peace and quiet? Choose Sainte-Thérèse and Cleunay. Although these are more outlying areas, most of them are residential. To get to your course, all you have to do is take public transport, which often links the district directly to the school of your choice. This is the case, for example, with INSEEC Rennes, which is located in the city centre.

Thabor-Saint-Hélier

Do you prefer a friendly atmosphere? Then student accommodation in Rennes at Thabor-Saint-Hélier is just what you need. Many students frequent this area, particularly for its many parks, and it’s just a stone’s throw from the campus.

Finance

How can I finance my student accommodation in Rennes?

As a student, you can benefit from a number of grants to help finance your accommodation in Rennes, including :

Aide Personnalisée au Logement
the Fonds de Solidarité pour le Logement (housing solidarity funds)
the Visale guarantee
a student grant

Housing

Tips and advice for finding student accommodation in Rennes quickly

To avoid any delays in your search for student accommodation in Rennes :

start your research as early as possible
use specialised platforms to speed up your research
opt for shared accommodation to manage your budget more effectively
prepare your Student Social File in advance so that you can apply for CROUS accommodation
Create a dossier on the “DossierFacile” platform

Offers

Want to study in Rennes? Find out about INSEEC courses

Have you decided to continue your studies in Rennes? Make sure you choose the right school. Would you like to train in business and/or a related sector? JoinINSEEC Rennes. You’ll benefit from a wide choice of BTS, Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes.

You can even choose one of the 10 specialities we offer on our website. Take a look at our FAQs or contact us directly for more information about the programmes and services we offer.