Rent a one-bedroom apartment in Lyon
How to find a T1 rental in Lyon, where only 34% of the inhabitants are owners? In the city center or on the outskirts, in a modern or older building, your ideal accommodation is just a click away among the Studapart offers.
Settle into a 1-room apartment at Lyon!
Lyon, at the junction of the Rhône and the Saône
Lyon has 1.3 million inhabitants on 55,000 hectares. Second largest agglomeration in France, it is geographically perfectly located halfway between the sea and the mountains, between Northern and Southern Europe. The city, located on the Rhône, is a point of meetings and exchanges due to its location, for many tourists.
It is thus a real European metropolis, in many respects, in addition to being the capital of the Rhône-Alpes region. Lyon attracts by its geographical position, its dynamism and its economy. It is today the second French student city after Paris. Real estate prices are high and still rising!
It is a peninsula located between two dominant hills, Fourvière and Croix-Rousse. Two rivers cross it, the Rhône and the Saône. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the architecture that dominates the city of Lyon, and particularly in the old Lyon district, deserves special attention. It should be noted that the architecture of the city is specific to the Italian and Parisian styles because it is inspired by the upper middle class. Lyon attracts because it has the advantages of a metropolis while keeping a rural side. Lyon's population is partly young and dynamic due to its student dimension.
In Lyon, it is hard to find accommodation, the shortage is extreme
We say that there is a shortage when there are more requests than offers of housing. In Lyon, T1 rentals are extremely popular. To be sure not miss your shot, it takes about more or less 20 days to find an accommodation at Lyon.
As in nearly 60% of cities in France, Lyon suffers from a very strong and even extreme shortage of furnished accommodation: there is at least twice as much demand as supply.
In Lyon, there are approximately 4 times more demand than offer.
The T1 rental in Lyon, ideal for singles
A one-bedroom apartment is a good solution for a student or a single person. Larger than a studio, it offers a more partitioned and comfortable living space.
The different types of housing are categorized by an attribute (T1, T2, T3, T4, etc.), which indicates the number of rooms, not counting the kitchen or the bathroom. In a T1, you must therefore find a living room with a separate kitchen, in addition to the bathroom.
When deciding to rent accommodation, you must also take into account the type of property you are looking for. The most common are: individual housing, collective housing and shared accommodation.
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In Lyon, 45% of available one-bedroom apartments are furnished
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55% of 1-room from Lyon rentals offered for rent are empty rentals
What surface can we expect for a T1 in Lyon?
The name (T1, T2, T3...) tells us the number of rooms but does not give us any indication of the total surface area of the property. This means that a T1 accommodation is not necessarily larger than a studio. While a T1 dwelling measures on average xm2 in France, T1 apartments in Lyon measure on average 32sq.m.
What amount to plan for a T1 in Lyon?
To rent a T1 in Lyon you should expect an amount of 22€/sq.m, that is a monthly rent of approximately 600€/month, including charges.
This amount may vary depending on the geographical location of the property, its surface area, but also its category: furnished or not. To rent a furnished T1 in Lyon, count on average 770€/month and subtract 11 to 13% if you opt for an empty dwelling, i.e. approximately 640€/month.
Where to start to rent a T1 in Lyon?
First of all, start by defining the location of your accommodation. Take into account your place of work/study so as not to stray too far from it. Also consider neighborhoods you like and transportation. This way you can enjoy Lyon in peace.
La Croix Rousse, a village in the heart of the city
Belonging to the 3rd and 4th arrondissements, this district is unique.
La Croix Rousse is located in the northern part of the peninsula. On the plateau of the Croix Rousse, there is a rustic bohemian atmosphere and a little bourgeois, very pleasant.
Often considered a village in its own right, resembling the Montmartre district of Paris. Historically, this is the district where the silk workers worked, Lyon was the capital of silk. The working-class past of the Croix-Rousse hill has given it the nickname "the working hill".
La Croix-Rousse is the endearing district of Lyon. You will find small shops, Lyonnais corks, and the famous village atmosphere.
Today, the traditional looms are still in business, with orders for high-quality fabrics pouring in from all over the world. This tradition is perpetuated by lovers of this material: in particular the association Soierie Vivante and the Maison des Canuts. Croix-Rousse is well served by buses but also by metro C.
Real estate in the Croix-Rousse district is very popular. The apartments are negotiated between 4500 and 7000 euros per m2. The prices go up as you go up the slope. The Croix Rousse plateau is one of the most expensive areas of Lyon.
The Presqu’île district, between Rhône and Saône
Belonging to the 1st, 2nd and 4th arrondissements, the district is between the Rhône and the Saône. The Presqu’île is home to emblematic historic squares such as Place Bellecour and Place des Terreaux. The 15th and 16th century buildings benefit from proximity to shops, cultural venues and restaurants. The Place des Terreaux and the hill of the Croix Rousse have always constituted the northern limit of the peninsula, while the southern limit has changed a lot over time. Indeed, at the end of the 5th century BC, the peninsula was no more than a group of islets extending only to the bottom of the Croix Rousse plateau.
Rue de la République is the main street of the Presqu’île district. Probably the most beautiful in Lyon, this long pedestrian avenue is right in the heart of the city centre. It starts from Place de la Comédie, where the Town Hall is located, at Place Bellecour, passing through Place de la Bourse and its beautiful palace housing the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Lyon. When night falls, many concerts and shows take over Place des Terreaux and its completely renovated illuminated fountain. It is this same square that shines with a thousand lights each year on the occasion of the famous Festival of Lights. It is an area very well served by various public transport. The Presqu’île district is very coveted and this is reflected in the prices which are constantly increasing.
All you need to know before renting a T1 apartment
What is a T1 rental?
A one-bedroom apartment has a partitioned room in addition to the kitchen and bathroom, usually a living room. Most of the time, this type of accommodation measures between 30 and 40 m². Real estate agencies offer furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom apartments, the choice is yours!
The surface of a T1 can change from one announcement to another. Recent constructions generally offer smaller accommodation than older ones. Remember that there is no minimum surface for a T1, apart from the legal minimum surface of an apartment.
Everything you need to know about the rental lease
As part of a classic rental, there are generally two different types of contract: the empty lease and the furnished lease. The conditions differ between the two:
For a furnished property:
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You sign a contract for a minimum of 1 year (9 months if you are a student).
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You have at least 3 months to leave the apartment if the owner asks you to.
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You have at least 1 month to leave the apartment, if you request it.
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You owe a maximum of 2 months' rent to the landlord at the signing of the contract.
For an empty good:
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You sign a minimum 3-year contract.
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You have at least 6 months to leave the apartment if the owner asks you to.
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You have a minimum of 3 months to leave the apartment, if you request it.
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You owe a maximum of 1 month's rent to the landlord at the signing of the contract.
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