How to find a T2 rental in Nantes?

Find a T2 rental in Nantes 

How to find a T2 rental in Nantes, whose population increases by 4 350 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 Nantes in a T2 rental? 

Nantes, a booming city

Nantes, nicknamed The Venice of the West, for the 250 kilometers of waterways that wind through it, is a city rich in heritage that offers a very qualitative living environment. It is notably the only city in France to have been elected Green Capital of Europe, in 2013.

First city in the West of France, Nantes is the prefecture of the Pays de la Loire region and the capital of its department: Loire-Atlantique.

With a population of some 320,000, Nantes is the most densely populated city in the West and regularly attracts new residents thanks to modern public infrastructure, proximity to Atlantic Ocean beaches and numerous opportunities in the employment.

Located a few kilometers from the Loire estuary, not far from the famous towns of St-Nazaire and Guérande, Nantes is a large city full of surprises, bordered by green nature. Perfect for young working people who want to combine career and good living.

The weather is not always good, but there are very nice days in summer, with temperatures approaching 30 degrees.

The housing shortage in Nantes is extreme

There is a housing shortage when there is an imbalance between supply and demand. 2 room rentals are offers extremely prized in Nantes. It takes more or less 30 days with a complete file, to find accommodation in Nantes.

As in nearly 60% of cities in France, Nantes 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 Nantes about 4 times more demand than offer.

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

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...

• 40% of T2 housing offered in Nantes are furnished

• 60% of from Nantes 2-room apartments for rent are unfurnished

What rent for a T2 rental in Nantes? 

The rent per square meter is 14€/sq.m. Rents for a one-bedroom apartment in Nantes 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 Nantes, it takes about 600€/month, and about 11 to 13% less for an empty housing.

What surface for a one-bedroom apartment in Nantes ? 

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 Nantes, the average surface of the 2 rooms is 40sq.m.

Où trouver un appartement T2 à Nantes?

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

The city center, direct proximity to amenities

The city center of Nantes represents its historic heart and its cultural center, it is the district in which the people of Nantes work and where they like to meet in the evening.

Head to Place Royale, the epicenter of this district, with architecture as prestigious as its name suggests. The historic heart of Nantes is the central and liveliest district of the city, it is home to most of the headquarters of local businesses but also places of leisure such as bars and restaurants, museums, tourist attractions...

It is also the administrative center of the city. Very well served by transport, it is a good destination for international workers, among others, who will have direct access to the airport from this area. Daily life is rather calm for a city center, since the majority of its surface is pedestrian, few vehicles circulate there and their speed is limited to 30km/h.

As for housing, the buildings are rather old in the center, a large part of which is classified as a protected area. Rents are particularly affordable and Nantes residents who choose to live in the city center are often looking for easy transport and direct proximity to amenities.

The Hauts-Pavés - Saint-Félix district, peaceful and popular for its green spaces

The Hauts-Pavés – Saint Felix district is embroidered by the Erdre and attracts Nantes residents for its personality and dynamism.

Quieter than the city center but just as lively thanks to its places of culture, bars and restaurants, the Hauts-Pavés – Saint-Félix district is the second most populated in Nantes, it offers green parks, such as the Japanese garden of the island of Versailles or the Parc de Procé, conducive to recharging your batteries in the heart of the city. There is also a market on which many Nantes residents have their Sunday habits: that of Talensac, known for its seafood and cheeses, offered by local producers. It is a residential and peaceful area, popular for its natural spaces, its good addresses and its village atmosphere. In fine weather, it attracts locals and visitors, who enjoy long walks or bike rides on the trails along the banks of the Erdre, or even boat trips. It is also an ideal area for science students, since it is the campus of the faculty. 

On the housing side, there are many old houses, mostly occupied by families and elderly people. It is a district that mainly attracts intermediate professions and executives with rents that remain affordable compared to the national average. 

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 Nantes with Studapart? 

Studapart offers more than 1 400 T2 rental in Nantes

To rent a T2 in Nantes 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 Nantes 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.