Finding accommodation in France

Studapart — Excelia’s official accommodation partner

Find accommodation anywhere in France in just a few clicks. The service is particularly well suited to international students: Studapart can act as your guarantor when you do not have one in France.

📞 Dedicated helpline: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5.00–6.00 pm — +33 9 70 70 02 70  |  🧑‍💻 Online office hours from May to September

🏠 CROUS de Poitiers

Six university residences are available on the La Rochelle campus at affordable rates. Priority is given to grant recipients during Semester 1. Applications from students without grants may be considered for Semester 2, subject to availability.

ARHPEJ

More than 640 accommodation units near the campus, city centre and Old Port.

CLLAJ 17

Support for young people aged 16 to 30 who are looking for independent accommodation.

Lokaviz

A free CROUS platform for finding accommodation offered by private landlords.

🏠 CROUS d’Orléans-Tours

Twelve university residences are located across the city and offer accommodation at affordable rates.

Les Belles Années residence

Located a 15-minute walk from the campus.

Jeunesse & Habitat

High-quality furnished accommodation at affordable rents, eligible for APL housing benefit.

Lokaviz

A free CROUS platform for finding accommodation offered by private landlords.

Bed & Crous

Short- and medium-term accommodation, ideal for your first few weeks in France or for occasional stays.

🏠 CROUS d’Orléans-Tours

Eight university residences are available in Orléans at affordable rates.

Les Estudines

A student residence in Orléans city centre.

Les Belles Années

A student residence in Orléans city centre.

Les Résidences de l’Orléanais

Student accommodation available in Orléans.

Lokaviz

A free CROUS platform for finding accommodation offered by private landlords.

💡 Monthly rents in the Paris region generally range from €600 to €900. You may also wish to consider nearby towns such as Cachan or Massy, where more affordable options may be available.

🏠 ECLA, an Excelia Paris residence partner

Residences are available in Massy-Palaiseau, Noisy-le-Grand and Villejuif. All-inclusive rates start from €680 per month.

To make a booking, contact Jasmine directly at [email protected].

Twenty Campus, an Excelia Paris residence partner

Furnished student residences with services included, located in Paris and the surrounding inner suburbs.

To make a booking, contact Jasmine directly at [email protected].

CROUS de Cachan

Priority is given to grant recipients. Applications from international students are reviewed from January or February onwards. Contact Jasmine to find out about places available through Excelia.

Lokaviz

A free platform available throughout the Île-de-France region for finding accommodation offered by private landlords.

Important: changes to APL housing benefit from 1 July 2026

From 1 July 2026, students from outside the European Union, the European Economic Area and Switzerland will need to receive a CROUS means-tested grant to qualify for CAF housing benefits, including APL, ALS and ALF. Students from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, as well as eligible grant recipients, are not affected. Visit Service-Public.fr for full details and eligibility requirements.

CAF offers three types of housing benefit that cannot be combined: APL, ALS and ALF. CAF will automatically determine which benefit applies to your circumstances. The amount awarded depends on your location, rent and personal situation. Only your own income is taken into account, not your parents’ income. Apply as soon as you have signed your tenancy agreement, as payments cannot be backdated.

Visale is available to international students under the age of 30 who hold a valid residence permit. Students from outside the EU must hold either a valid VLS-TS long-stay visa marked “étudiant” or a valid student residence permit. You must apply before signing your tenancy agreement.

Action Logement can advance your security deposit in the form of an interest-free loan with no application fees. The scheme is available to students receiving a French government grant, employed students and all young people under the age of 30.

Campus France provides a comprehensive guide to student accommodation in France, including the types of accommodation available, application procedures, financial support and practical advice to help you prepare for your arrival.

🚀 Get Ready for Excelia

The dedicated platform for international students admitted to Excelia. Access campus-specific accommodation resources, an administrative checklist, personalised contact details and much more.