Finding accommodation in Paris

To access permanent accommodation, you need to be able to prove that you have regular resources, either by having a permanent contract (CDI) or a fixed-term contract (CDD) covering the academic year, or by benefiting from a permanent transfer.

Admission to private or public housing requires the presentation of a physical or moral guarantor (VISALE). It is advisable to prepare for your move in, including payment of the deposit and 1st month's rent.

University residences

The Crous

To apply, go to www.messervices.etudiant.gouv.fr and click on the "Find a home" tab at
. We recommend that you consult the site regularly, which is constantly updated at
. To increase your chances of finding accommodation, we encourage you to broaden your search
.

The Cité internationale de Paris

Students must be enrolled in a higher education establishment and preparing
a degree of at least Master I level or equivalent. Researchers can also apply
and must hold at least a doctorate. Applications are made via
using a special form (available on their website in the "living" section).

Private student residences (non-exhaustive list)

Private student residences are managed by private operators. They are adapted to the
needs of students and located close to universities, schools and public transport. Depending on the
residence, students may qualify for housing subsidies from the CAF (see p.8). Charges
(EDF, home insurance, council tax, etc.) are not included.

Services Collecteurs d'Offre de Logement

Mutual Aid Associations via Intergenerational Cohabitation

The idea is to give students a room in a senior citizen's home, with the aim of creating a bond between them. The student generally shares the kitchen, toilet and bathroom, but independent accommodation is also available.

The formulas are varied:
❖ Free room in exchange for attendance or a commitment to share evenings
❖ Room with a contribution to costs in exchange for a few services
❖ Room with an occupancy allowance with no commitment on the part of the student
with the senior citizen.

ToitChezMoi	Room in apartment or house for services
2-generation set	Address: 16 rue Raymond Poincaré, 78220 Viroflay No office hours
Le Pari Solidaire	Address: 6 Rue Duchefdelaville, 75013 Paris Tel: 01 42 27 06 20 Mail: contact@leparisolidaire.com
Intergenerational housing	Address: 38 rue Rhéinardt, 92210 Boulogne Tel: 02 35 71 82 85 Mail: logement.intergeneration@numericable.fr. No office hours
BezonsSolidaire	1 Place des Impressionnistes, 95870 BEZONS Tel : 07.55.39.52.44 - 06.14.04.84.17 Mail:bezonssolidaire@yahoo.fr. Membership form sent by e-mail or via the CROUS Social Assistant. Membership €20

Internet searches

Be on the lookout for scams, as fraudulent ads can be found on certain sites. Never give out your bank details. Do not accept money order checks.

Real estate websites

www.lokaviz.fr
www.leboncoin.fr
www.mapiaule.com
www.info-logement.com
www.locatme.fr
www.appartement.org
https://teleservices.paris.fr/locannonces
www.alouer.com
www.seloger.com
www.pap.fr
www.etudiant.aujourd'hui.fr
www.caampus.com
www.nexity.com
www.logic-immo.com
www.avendrealouer.fr
www.immostreet.com
www.campusvert.com
www.entreparticuliers.com www.avendrealouer.com

www.paruvendu.com

Website for flat-sharing ads

www.colocatio.fr
www.appartager.com
www.recherche-colocation.com
www.portail-colocation.com
www.woomies.com
www.roomlala.fr : (bed and breakfast, accommodation against services)
www.smoovup.com

KAPS colocation à projets solidaires: http://afev.org/nos-actions/koloc-aprojets- solidaires/presentation-genera

Temporary accommodation

Camelot Europe

It is the European leader for vacant buildings, rehabilitating buildings (offices, hospitals) and offering studio flats from €150 for students. Tel: 01 79 36 08 30

Un Toit pour Toi

Address: 4 rue Esclangon, 75018 Paris / Tel: 04.16.06.60.65 - 07.68.58.09.93
Also offers a domiciliation service on Tuesdays from 3pm to 6pm and Saturdays from 9am to 12pm.

Parma Association

The association offers furnished accommodation for young professionals and students throughout the Ile de France region. Tel: 08.11 90 12 12 Monday to Thursday 8am to 6pm and Friday 8am to 5pm.

BVJ: Youth Travel Bureau Paris

It offers accommodation to young people of any age in Paris, from €19. Tel: 01 53 00 90 90

FUAJ: United Youth Hostel Federation

It offers accommodation without age limit. Rates from €23 to €30 per night with breakfast.
- Léo Lagrange: 107 rue Martre, 92110 Clichy. Tel: 01.41.27.26.90/ Fax: 01.42.70.52.63
- Jules Ferry: 8 boulevard Jules Ferry, 75011Paris. Tel: 01.43.14.82.09/ Fax: 01.43.57.55.60
- Le d'Artagnan: 80 rue Vitruve, 75020Paris. Tel: 01.40.32.34.56/ Fax: 01.40.32.34.55
- ParisYvesRobert: 20, esplanade Nathalie Sarraute, 75018Paris Tel: 01 40 38 87 90
- ParisCitédesSciences: 1 rue J.B.Clément, 93310 Le Pré Saint-Germain. Tel: 01.48.43.24.11

Fireplaces

Association for housing young workers (ALJT)

The ALJT offers accommodation to young people aged 18 to 32: students in employment, work-study or apprenticeships.

National/Regional Union for Youth Housing (UNHAJ)

UNHAJ offers housing solutions and services (employment, health, transport) for young people aged 16 to 30.
12 avenue du Général de Gaulle, 94300 Vincennes
Tel: 01.41.74.81.00. Subway: Vincennes
-
166 rue de Charonne, 75011Paris
Tel: 01.42.16.86.66. E-mail: contact@urhaj-idf.fr

National Union of Student Houses (UNME)

UNME is a federation of associations dedicated to accommodating students in hostels and residences. There are around a hundred in Paris and its inner suburbs. These are small structures (50-100 students), accommodating students aged 18 to 23. Applications for accommodation are made directly to the association. Rent between €400 and €600 per month.
6 Rue Sarrette, 75014 Paris
Tel: 09.64.27.76.55

Self-help networks

Young people in Paris

The site is part of the Diocese of Paris. It groups together several addresses concerning student life and offers several types of accommodation for young people. Advertisements can be viewed on the site. International students can contact the American church or the Swedish church to consult housing and employment advertisements free of charge.

The American Church

65 Quai d'Orsay, 75007 Paris / Tel :01.40.62.05.00 Metro: Pont d'Alma (RER C), Invalides (RER C and lines 8 or 13), Alma Marceau (line 9).
Ads available on site Monday to Saturday, 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 10:30pm, and Sundays 1pm to 2pm and 3pm to 5:30pm.

The Church of Sweden

9 rue Médéric, 75017 Paris / Tel: 01.44.29.70.00 Subway: Courcelles (line 2) On-site adverts available Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 10pm, Fridays from 10am to 6pm, Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm to 6pm. Although these are churches, they are open to all.

Au pair work

UFAAP (French Union of Au Pair Agencies)

The Union nationale des associations au pair is a group of agencies specialized in au pair placement both in France and abroad. The site offers a list of agencies.