How to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Dijon?

Rent a one-bedroom apartment in Dijon 

How to find a T1 rental in Dijon, where only 40% 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 Dijon!

Dijon, a cultural city in the heart of Burgundy

You may not know Dijon, but you've probably already tasted its famous mustard! Capital of the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region and three times elected the most attractive city in France, Dijon holds an important place in the production of Burgundy wines, with thousands of hectares of vineyards of great quality, recognized and prized by the whole world. It is also a key place for French gastronomy and finally, a city marked by history, as evidenced by its buildings with Gothic or Romanesque architecture. If you wish to settle in Dijon, you will have to count on average 480€ per month, rather moderate rents compared to the national average.

In Dijon, it is hard to find accommodation, the shortage is moderate

We say that there is a shortage when there are more requests than offers of housing. In Dijon, T1 rentals are extremely popular. To be sure not miss your shot, it takes about 1 month and a half to find an accommodation at Dijon.

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

In Dijon, there are approximately 3 times more demands than offers.

The T1 rental in Dijon, 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.

• In Dijon, 30% of available one-bedroom apartments are furnished

• 70% of 1-room from Dijon rentals offered for rent are empty rentals

What surface can we expect for a T1 in Dijon? 

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 Dijon measure on average 23sq.m.

What amount to plan for a T1 in Dijon? 

To rent a T1 in Dijon you should expect an amount of 14,5€/sq.m, that is a monthly rent of approximately 440€/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 Dijon, count on average 440€/month and subtract 11 to 13% if you opt for an empty dwelling, i.e. approximately 440€/month.

Where to start to rent a T1 in Dijon? 

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 Dijon in peace.

The City Center

Dijon's city center is said to be a veritable open-air museum of history. Between Gothic and Romanesque architecture, styles and eras mix in the heart of the city and have earned it its UNESCO heritage listing . It is also the administrative center of Dijon and its region, as well as a place of choice for shopping with more than 40% of local and independent merchants, an opportunity to get lost in the small streets with mansard houses. It is also in this protected area that you will find many places of interest, such as the Porte Guillaume, the Place de la Libération, the Cathedral Saint-Bénigne de Dijon or many museums and places to go out that are appreciated by the people of Dijon. It is the most trendy and popular district of the city.

The Montchapet neighborhood

Located in the North-East of Dijon, the Montchapet neighborhood is an affluent and residential area, ideal for families. Indeed, there are many houses with garden but also beautiful recent apartments. It is built around the avenue Victor Hugo which leads directly to the city center. The Montchapet district is also home to many schools, from primary to high school, but also Science Po Dijon and the Dijon-Bourgogne business school.

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: 

• You sign a contract for a minimum of 1 year (9 months if you are a student).

• You have at least 3 months to leave the apartment if the owner asks you to.

• You have at least 1 month to leave the apartment, if you request it.

• You owe a maximum of 2 months' rent to the landlord at the signing of the contract.

For an empty good:

• You sign a minimum 3-year contract.

• You have at least 6 months to leave the apartment if the owner asks you to.

• You have a minimum of 3 months to leave the apartment, if you request it.

• You owe a maximum of 1 month's rent to the landlord at the signing of the contract.

Look for and find easily your T1 apartment in Dijon with Studapart! 

With Studapart, you have the choice among 1 000 T1 apartment offers in Dijon

Your future T1 rental in Dijon is surely on Studapart! Professional in furnished rentals, Studapart offers you an easy and online rental solution. In just a few clicks on Studapart, you will book your T1 in Dijon, no obligation to visit. Studapart makes your life even easier thanks to its home insurance option at the time of booking. Our teams (French, English, Spanish, Italian and Mandarin) are available from Monday to Saturday to help you throughout your rental.

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