What is the average rent for a student in Marseille?

A private studio in Marseille costs between 500 € and 700 € in the centre/Vieux-Port, or 400 € to 550 € in peripheral districts. CROUS residence rooms are available from 200 € to 400 €/month. Marseille remains one of the most affordable major metropolises, with an estimated overall monthly budget of 900 € – 1,150 €.

How do I get around Marseille with a student subscription?

The RTM (Régie des Transports Métropolitains) offers a Permanent Student Pass at 18.30 €/month (direct debit) or an Annual Student Pass at 220 €/year for under 26s. The subscription covers 2 metro lines, 3 tramway lines, and the entire bus network. A Transpass card is required (5 €).

Which prefecture is responsible for students in Marseille?

The Préfecture des Bouches-du-Rhône is located at 18 boulevard Paul Peytral, 13282 Marseille Cedex 06. Open Monday to Friday 8h30–12h00 and 13h30–16h00. Contact: 04 84 35 40 00 or bouches-du-rhone.gouv.fr.

How do I apply for APL in Marseille?

The APL application is made online on caf.fr with the CAF des Bouches-du-Rhône (1 avenue Desautel, 13009 Marseille, tel. 32 30). The benefit can reach 150 € to 250 € for a studio. Apply as soon as you move in to avoid any delay.

Where can I find CROUS housing in Marseille?

CROUS Aix-Marseille-Avignon has an annex at Marseille campus Saint-Charles, 3 place Victor Hugo, 13003 Marseille (tel. 04 42 16 13 13, crous-aix-marseille.fr). Applications via DSE on trouverunlogement.lescrous.fr. CROUS residences are on the Saint-Charles, Luminy, Timone, and Saint-Jérôme campuses.

What are the student districts in Marseille?

The main student districts are Saint-Charles/Belsunce (1st–3rd, central, cosmopolitan, accessible rents), La Timone/Baille (5th–10th, medical faculty district), Luminy (9th, campus at the gates of the Calanques), Castellane/Prado (6th–8th, transport hub), and La Plaine/Cours Julien (5th–6th, cultural and bohemian district).

Student Guide — Marseille

Marseille has 80,000 students — estimated monthly budget 950 to 1,250 €/month with a studio at 380–620 €, one of the most affordable metropolises.

Dernière vérification : 1 mars 2026

Student Guide — Marseille

Marseille is France's second-largest city with 80,000 students and a unique Mediterranean character. More affordable than Lyon or Nice, it offers direct access to the Calanques national park and a rich multicultural student life.

Housing in Marseille: studio 380 to 620 €/month

Type of housing	Average monthly rent
CROUS residence room	200 € – 400 €
Private studio (centre/Vieux-Port)	500 € – 700 €
Private studio (peripheral districts)	380 € – 550 €
Shared room (colocation)	350 € – 480 €

Transport: RTM Permanent Student Pass 18.30 €/month

2 metro lines + 3 tramways + bus network. Student pass: 18.30 €/month (direct debit) or 220 €/year.

Administrative Contacts

CROUS Aix-Marseille-Avignon: 3 place Victor Hugo, 13003 Marseille | crous-aix-marseille.fr
Préfecture des Bouches-du-Rhône: 18 bd Paul Peytral, 13282 Marseille Cedex 06 | bouches-du-rhone.gouv.fr
CAF des Bouches-du-Rhône: 1 avenue Desautel, 13009 Marseille | caf.fr

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The RTM Permanent Student Pass at 18.30 €/month (direct debit) is one of the most competitive rates among major French cities — significantly cheaper than Lyon or Bordeaux. Subscribe on arrival.

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The Luminy campus is out of the way but gives direct access to the Calanques hiking trails in one of France's most beautiful national parks — a unique advantage for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Student Guide — Marseille

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Housing in Marseille: studio 380 to 620 €/month

Transport: RTM Permanent Student Pass 18.30 €/month

Administrative Contacts

Official Sources

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