How to find an apartment in Rouen?

Easily find an apartment in Rouen 

How to find an apartment in Rouen that counts more or less 4 000 tenants ? Whatever your lifestyle, there are rental apartments for everyone on Studapart!

Your next home may be in Rouen!

Rouen, historical charm near the sea

Located in Normandy, in the northern part of France and in the department of Seine-Maritime, the city of Rouen seduces with its historical charm, its small atypical streets and its student atmosphere. Capital of its region, it is a place of history and culture. Its city center with its medieval influence is worth a visit, and its surroundings offer green landscapes that are ideal for walking. Just a few steps from the sea, it is a must-see destination if you are visiting the region.

Hard to find an accommodation in Rouen due to a shortage of housing available for rent

They say there is a shortage when there are more demands than offers. In Rouen, there are few offers of rental apartments. For this reason, start looking for your apartment peu de temps avant your stay.

As in nearly 20% of cities in France, Rouen is experiencing a slight shortage of furnished housing or is at equilibrium, with up to 2 times more demand than supply.

There are approximately 2 times more demands than offers in Rouen.

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The different apartments available are classified according to their attribute: T1, T2, T3, T4... Which tells us the number of rooms apart from the kitchen and the bathroom. For example: T1 = one room + kitchen + bathroom, T2 = two rooms + kitchen + bathroom, etc...

Before you start looking, you have to take stock of your needs, in order to define the type of accommodation you want to rent, but also its geographical location and nearby amenities.

• In Rouen, T1 rentals represent 45% of rental offers

• 45% of from Rouen furnished apartments for rent are T2 apartments

What style of apartment will I be able to find in Rouen ? 

Rouen is known for its mixed architecture.

• 91% of accommodations in Rouen are old dwellings

• In Rouen, we count 9% of modern constructions

How many residents of Rouen pay rent on average? 

In Rouen, the part of the rent represents more or less 32% of the wages of its inhabitants. The price of a rental per square meter in Rouen is on average 13€/sq.m. 

However, several criteria must be taken into account to estimate the amount of rent for a property: its surface area, its category, its geographical location, whether it is furnished or not... If, for example, you opt for a furnished T2 in Rouen, it will be, on average 580€/month. 

I want to rent an apartment in Rouen, what should I pay attention to? 

The first important criterion for renting an apartment is its location. To make your choice, take into account your habits and your daily movements, in order to facilitate them as much as possible and to be sure to feel at home in Rouen.

The Prefecture district, peaceful and residential

Close to the docks of the Seine, the Prefecture district of Rouen is very peaceful and residential, ideal for living in peace and quiet and a little away from the center, it nevertheless allows easy access to the rest of the city, either on foot or by transport. Close to the law school, students particularly appreciate it for its affordable housing and the many student residences it offers; but it is also popular with families looking for peace and quiet, as it contains a few pretty houses. It is mainly organized around the Prefecture, whose architecture is also worth a look. Although not very lively, there are still a few bars, ideal for meeting people.

The Hôtel de Ville district, arty and lively

The Hôtel de Ville district is located on the right river side of the Seine, in downtown Rouen. It is particularly appreciated by artists of all kinds: whether they are musicians, dancers or actors; especially since it contains the Centre National d'Art Dramatique de Normandie (CDN), but also many independent artistic workshops. Known for its arty atmosphere, it is also here that one finds many bars and restaurants, in which the inhabitants like to meet in the evening to share a drink with their friends.

The rental lease: What is it?

During your search, you will systematically see the mention furnished/unfurnished on the rental advertisements. This corresponds to the type of lease (rental contract) that you will sign if you choose this or that property. We must take into account the differences of each before making a choice.

A furnished lease contract:

• Is established for a minimum of 1 year (9 months if you are a student).

• Gives you a minimum of 3 months notice if the owner asks you to leave.

• Gives you a minimum of 1 month notice if you choose to leave.

• Requires a maximum of 2 months' rent in advance when signing the contract.

An unfurnished lease contract:

• Is established for a minimum of 3 years.

• Gives you a minimum of 6 months notice if the owner asks you to leave.

• Gives you a minimum of 3 months notice if you choose to leave.

• Implies a maximum of 1 month's rent in advance at the signing of the contract.

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