Accommodation

Our Welcome Desk provides information and support to all international students, PhD students and researchers arriving at the University Paris Nanterre.

Where can I find accommodation in the Paris region?

Finding accommodation in the Paris region can be complicated. To increase your chances, it is essential to be flexible about location and not limit your search to the vicinity of Nanterre or Paris (see the “Practical Life” section for a list of towns served by transport linked to University Paris Nanterre).

How much does housing cost in the Paris region?

Rents in the Paris region start at €550 per month (prices vary depending on the geographical area and housing conditions). In addition to this price, you will have to pay private charges (water, electricity, compulsory home insurance) and a security deposit (equivalent to one or two months' rent excluding charges).

Make sure you have a sufficient budget for accommodation, without counting on housing assistance: it is not guaranteed and can sometimes take several months to be paid (for more information on APL, see the “Practical Life” section).

Beware of scams: choose official student residences and professional housing agencies. If you wish to book accommodation with a private individual, take the necessary precautions:

• ask for a formal rental agreement;
• do not make any payment before you arrive and have seen the accommodation;
• if you are asked to pay in advance, make sure you have all the official documents (rental agreement, owner's identity and contact details) and ask for proof of any payment you make.

If you have any doubt, please do not hesitate to contact us.

How to find accommodation?

We recommend that you start your search at least 3 months before your arrival. All student residences and private landlords require a guarantor. If you do not have a physical guarantor in France, you can opt for an organization that will act as a guarantor for you.

• If you are under 30: Garantie Visale, a service provided by Action Logement, will cover you free of charge. Applications can be made online on their website.
• If you are over 30: you can choose a paid organization such as Garantme, Cautioneo, Smartgarant, etc.

Exchange students

If you would like to reserve accommodation in one of our partner residences, simply indicate this on your application form. Once your institution has sent us your nomination, you will receive a link to apply online. In this form, you will find a housing section where you can indicate that you would like help finding accommodation. You must complete this form before May 31 for arrival in the first semester, or before October 31 for arrival in the second semester. At the end of the application period, the Welcome Desk will contact you to inform you of the available housing options.

Our partner residences
The Welcome Desk has partnerships exclusively for exchange students, for a limited period of one or two semesters:

► ALJT: our partnership only covers residences in Gennevilliers (Basly and Halimi) and Clichy-la-Garenne (all located in the 92 department).

Description of accommodation:
• surface area: between 16 and 20m²,
• rent: between €480 and €580,
• facilities in the accommodation: kitchenette, bathroom, toilet, single bed, desk and wardrobe.

► CROUS: the residence is located on the university campus. This partnership allows us to allocate a limited number of rooms to students under the age of 30 with low incomes.

Room description:
• Size: 9m²,
• Rent: €266/month (+ €266 deposit to be paid before arrival),
• Room amenities: bathroom, toilet, bunk bed, desk, and wardrobe,
• Shared kitchen for all students.

→ Please note: if you are an exchange student and would like to book accommodation with our partners, your request must be made through our Welcome Desk.

► Student Place, a free platform for finding accommodation through the student community.

International students/doctoral students/researchers not participating in an exchange program

Our Welcome Desk does not have accommodation reserved for international students not participating in an exchange program, but our team is available to assist you with your search.

You can consult the two practical guides to help you find accommodation; which contain a wealth of useful information. Our partner ACCESS lists the residences and accommodation available to students on their website.

Doctoral students

Depending on the length of their stay and their age, and subject to availability, doctoral students can obtain accommodation in one of the ALJT residences that are partners of our Welcome Desk. In this case, you should contact us first so that we can coordinate your request.

• Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (CIUP) also has many residences that can accommodate doctoral students, international researchers, and Master's students. If we do not have any rooms reserved, our Welcome Desk can support your request. If you are interested, you must fill out the application form, then send us the file number and the following documents:

• proof of admission/acceptance to Paris Nanterre University (refer to the admission procedure);
• proof of identity.

International researchers and lecturers

• La Maison des Chercheurs du Campus Condorcet: our international researchers benefit from preferential rates during their research stays. Click here for more information and to make a reservation request. Rate: €78 per night (discounts available for longer stays).

• Cité Internationale de la Recherche de Nanterre: for stays between 7 and 30 days, this new residence is available on Airbnb by clicking here.

• La Maison Ségur: international researchers in the humanities and social sciences are eligible to apply for this residence located in the heart of Paris. The residence gives priority to stays between three months and one year. It is strongly recommended that you plan your stay in advance and apply between four and six months before your arrival. To check your eligibility and submit an application, click here.