Student housing in Saint-Étienne – 794 properties for rent

Living in a rented student apartment in Saint-Étienne requires an average monthly budget of 400 to 700 € excluding rent, depending on lifestyle. In addition to this, there is the cost of housing: rent for a student apartment in Saint-Étienne starts from 265€, depending on the neighborhood and level of equipment.

The main monthly expenses excluding rent include:

• food: 180–300 €
• transportation: 50–90 €
• internet: 30–50 €
• everyday expenses: 40–70 €

Electricity and heating costs generally range between 100 and 180 € per month, depending on the size of the apartment and its energy performance rating (DPE). In some student apartments in Saint-Étienne, especially furnished units or those in student residences, these charges may be included in the rent. Comparing offers on Locamoi helps identify housing options that fit a student budget.

It depends, but a student apartment for rent in Saint-Étienne is often comparable to, or sometimes even cheaper than, housing in a university residence, especially over the long term. University residences offer fixed rents that generally include utilities and certain services, but the living space is often limited.

A student apartment in Saint-Étienne, on the other hand, offers more autonomy and comfort, with an average rent of around 478€, and options available from 265€ depending on the neighborhood.

To live in a student apartment rental in Saint-Étienne, you generally need to plan, in addition to rent:

• energy and water: 100–180 €
• food: 180–300 €
• transportation: 50–90 €
• internet and phone services: 30–50 €

While university residences are convenient, renting a student apartment in Saint-Étienne often provides more freedom, more space, and a better balance between cost and independence over the long term.