How to find a T2 rental in Lyon?

Find a T2 rental in Lyon 

How to find a T2 rental in Lyon, whose population increases by 3 000 new inhabitants per year? In the center or on the outskirts, in a lively or quieter area, the 2-room apartments offered by Studapart are ready to welcome you!

Why live in Lyon in a T2 rental? 

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.

The housing shortage in Lyon is extreme

There is a housing shortage when there is an imbalance between supply and demand. 2 room rentals are offers extremely prized in Lyon. It takes more or less 20 days with a complete file, to find accommodation in 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.

We count in Lyon about 4 times more demand than offer.

Why choose a one-bedroom apartment to stay in Lyon? 

A 2-room apartment is the ideal choice for a single person or a young couple.

Housing types are categorized according to an attribute (T1, T2, T3, T4, etc.). It indicates the number of living rooms in addition to the bathroom and the kitchen, generally: the living room and the bedrooms. A one-bedroom apartment is a dwelling that is made up of two living rooms.

When renting accommodation, you must also take into account its category. Most often, we find the following types of accommodation: entire accommodation, shared accommodation, residence, furnished or not...

• 50% of T2 housing offered in Lyon are furnished

• 50% of from Lyon 2-room apartments for rent are unfurnished

What rent for a T2 rental in Lyon? 

The rent per square meter is 17€/sq.m. Rents for a one-bedroom apartment in Lyon or in its periphery vary greatly depending on the location, its surface area in m², but also the type of rental: furnished or not. For a furnished T2 rental in Lyon, it takes about 750€/month, and about 11 to 13% less for an empty housing.

What surface for a one-bedroom apartment in Lyon ? 

The type of dwelling indicates the number of rooms but does not take into account the overall surface. A T2 apartment can therefore be larger than a T3. For a one-bedroom apartment, the average area of ​​this type of accommodation in France is 45m². It may vary depending on the age of the property. Note that there is no minimum area for a 2-room apartment, apart from the minimum area for an apartment. In Lyon, the average surface of the 2 rooms is 45sq.m.

Où trouver un appartement T2 à Lyon?

To find your 2 rooms in Lyon, start by defining its location. Check the proximity of your accommodation to your place of work / study, the neighborhoods that attract you and transport.

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 to rent a T2 apartment

The rental contract: conditions

The rental conditions vary whether the apartment is rented furnished or empty:

For furnished rentals:

• The minimum duration of the lease is set at 1 year (9 months if the tenant is a student).

• The notice period for the owner is 3 months.

• The notice period for the tenant is 1 month.

• The security deposit corresponds to a maximum of 2 months' rent, 1 month in the majority of cases.

For empty rental:

• The minimum duration of the lease is set at 3 years.

• The notice period for the owner is 6 months.

• The notice period for the tenant is 3 months.

• The security deposit corresponds to a maximum of 1 month's rent.

How to book your one-bedroom apartment in Lyon with Studapart? 

Studapart offers more than 1 350 T2 rental in Lyon

To rent a T2 in Lyon easily, you can rely on Studapart. Studapart, specialist in furnished rentals, offers an online solution to make your life easier. With Studapart, book your one-bedroom apartment in Lyon in one click, with or without a visit. If necessary, we even provide you with your home insurance at the time of booking. Our multilingual staff (French, English, Spanish, Italian and Mandarin) is at your disposal, from Monday to Saturday, to answer all your questions and/or accompany you during your discussions with the owner.

Studapart offers an easy and quick solution for renting with complete peace of mind. With Studapart, you book turnkey one-bedroom accommodation in one click, from verified offers. From the start of your search to the return of your rental, Studapart supports you.

At Studapart, we believe that housing should never be complicated. Our teams work every day to facilitate rental for individuals.