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FAQ – Flatsharing in Nantes

Find out more about Nantes

Nantes in a few words

Historic capital of the Dukes of Brittany, Nantes is today a dynamic, creative metropolis resolutely focused on the future. Regularly ranked among the most attractive cities in France, it charms with its heritage, its cultural life and its exceptional natural setting. Crossed by the Loire and just an hour from the Atlantic Ocean, it offers an ideal balance between city and nature. It is therefore a magnificent city for living in a flatshare, whether in a flat or a house.

The must-sees of Nantes

You can't talk about Nantes without mentioning its iconic places:

  • Les Machines de l’Île, in particular the famous mechanical elephant.

  • Le Château des Ducs de Bretagne, the historic symbol of the city.

  • Le Passage Pommeraye, a shopping arcade listed as a historic monument.

  • Le Hangar à Bananes, an unmissable spot for going out on the banks of the Loire.

  • L’Île de Versailles, a Japanese garden in the heart of the city.

These places, spanning culture, heritage and leisure, help make Nantes a city where it's great to live and study.

Property in Nantes: what salary do you need to live there?

The Nantes property market is attractive but tight. Rents remain more affordable than in Paris, but have risen in recent years with the arrival of many students and young people. To live comfortably in Nantes in a flatshare or a house, a net monthly salary of around €1,300 to €1,600 is recommended, depending on the type of home and the neighbourhood — a room in a flatshare will cost more than a flat. Flatsharing considerably reduces costs while giving you a more spacious, better-located home.

The advantages of flatsharing in Nantes

Flatsharing in Nantes is particularly attractive for several reasons:

  • A controlled budget: sharing the rent and the bills.

  • An enriching social life: daily encounters and exchanges.

  • A larger, better-equipped home: access to modern common areas.

  • Welcome flexibility: ideal for students or young people on the move.

Moving into a furnished, ready-to-live-in home in Nantes

One of Colonies' great strengths is to simplify your flat search by offering you listings for rooms in shared flats that are furnished and equipped in Nantes, with flatmates who suit you. By choosing a furnished flatshare room, you avoid the costs and logistics of buying furniture or setting up utilities (internet, electricity, water). You simply move in with your suitcases and immediately enjoy your new environment.

What is the best neighbourhood to live in Nantes?

Nantes is full of attractive neighbourhoods:

  • The city centre: lively, historic and close to the school campuses.

  • L’Île de Nantes: modern, creative, ideal for young people.

  • Doulon-Bottière and Saint-Joseph de Porterie: more residential, with good value for money.

  • Chantenay: a neighbourhood undergoing transformation, with a village feel close to the riverbank.

  • Procé-Monselet: green and family-friendly, appreciated for its beaches and its tranquillity, a little way from the sea.

Your choice of neighbourhood will depend on your priorities: proximity to classes, work, or peace and quiet.

What does the city centre of Nantes look like?

The city centre of Nantes is both historic and vibrant. You'll find lively shopping streets, bars and restaurants, parks, museums and monuments, and the university hospital. It's also a very well-connected area, perfect for students and young professionals who want to live together at the heart of the action without disrupting their routines. In Nantes you'll find the tramway, the busway, the chronobus, regular buses and the river Navibus… everything you need to get around everywhere.

Why choose flatsharing in Nantes?

Flatsharing isn't just an economical solution. It's a real opportunity. Living with others lets you form bonds, share convivial moments and widen your social circle. As a newcomer to Nantes, it's an excellent way to settle in quickly and discover the city in good company.

Testimonials

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Lydia | Ireland | 27 y/oE-Marketing
“It was amazing to be able to move in with just a suitcase and have all of the amenities I needed ready to use.”
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Kurt | Australia | 30 y/oCustomer Success Manager
“After hearing stories about the difficulties of finding accommodation here, I am grateful to have avoided that stress by moving into a fully furnished flat.”
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Nilofer | India | 27 y/oINSEAD student
“It’s the perfect balance between a private space and the opportunity to get to know new people and interact.”
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Florine | France | 31 y/oBuyer
“I have met more than friends, I have formed a second family in this city where I arrived without knowing anyone.“
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Fahdi | Pakistan | 27 y/oProduct Manager
“Living at Colonies is exciting, because I get to live with people from so many different cultural backgrounds and from all walks of life.”
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Ivan | Slovakia | 28 y/oMarketing Specialist
“The Colonies team goes above and beyond with their openness to feedback and their willingness to continually improve our living experience.“