Housing in Lyon

Lyon is an attractive city in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region for people looking for a room in a flatshare. Here are the sought-after neighbourhoods for finding accommodation:

La Presqu’île, the historic heart of Lyon, is a highly sought-after area. Further east, Bron and Vénissieux, currently undergoing regeneration, offer affordable alternatives without sacrificing proximity to transport.

La Croix-Rousse, with its narrow streets and village feel, attracts those looking for a calm living environment while staying close to the centre of Lyon.

La Part-Dieu, Lyon's business district and main transport hub, is popular with students and offers numerous accommodation options.

Lyon benefits from a very dense and convenient transport network serving every arrondissement:

Metro: 4 lines (A, B, C, D) cover the Lyon metropolitan area

Tramway: 7 urban lines (T1 to T7) + the Rhônexpress to the airport, making 8 in total

Buses and trolleybuses: around 150 lines (including 26 high-frequency lines known as C1 to C26), with more than 3,000 stops across 73 communes

Funiculars: 2 lines departing from Vieux Lyon (Saint-Jean), which climb up to Fourvière and Saint-Just

For those looking for a room or a flatshare surrounded by nature and calm, the Parc de la Tête d'Or is a true haven of peace. Lyon is also a cultural city, with a thriving artistic scene: museums, theatres, festivals, and plenty of classes and workshops on offer. As a result, cultural activities in Lyon attract students from all regions looking for things to do while growing their network.

The Lyon property market sees strong demand for flat-shares. Listings for furnished rentals — rooms, apartments and houses — in Lyon are plentiful, making the search highly competitive.

Part-Dieu, in the heart of Lyon, offers a range of residences, apartments, rooms and flat-shares, available to rent with equipped kitchens, convivial shared spaces, and sometimes balconies or terraces.

The apartments provide rooms tailored to the needs of flat-sharers. The variety of properties available means there is something to suit a wide range of resident profiles.

Flat-sharing in Lyon and Villeurbanne is a popular solution for accessing well-equipped rooms in a spacious apartment with a large living room, while keeping costs down. Sharing the rent and bills makes the budget more manageable and allows residents to enjoy genuine conviviality with their housemates over time. Our residences are located in the city centres of Lyon and Villeurbanne, close to public transport and local amenities.

The communal spaces in our homes encourage interaction, creating a sense of community in Lyon and Villeurbanne. This lifestyle appeals particularly to students, who are drawn to the flexibility that flat-sharing offers. A well-designed room in a shared apartment contributes to a successful flat-sharing experience.

Moreover, sharing a three- or four-bedroom apartment has added benefits, such as learning how to manage shared living, developing tolerance and building trust with your housemates.

More human in scale than the capital, Lyon is just as rich culturally and is very active academically, with the presence of all types of universities ranging from traditional disciplines to artistic, technical, and international programmes. The presence of renowned grandes écoles and strong international partnerships enhances the metropolis's appeal among French and foreign students.

A wide range of employment opportunities can also be found here: Lyon is the second largest economic hub in France after Paris. The metropolis stands out for its strong sectoral diversity, a dynamic SME ecosystem, and the presence of major corporate headquarters. It also attracts numerous startups and international subsidiaries thanks to its strategic location, economic dynamism, and innovation ecosystem.

Shared housing in Lyon brings significant human and social enrichment. Living as a group in an apartment makes integration easier and creates strong bonds, especially for newcomers to Lyon and Villeurbanne.

Whether in a house or a residential apartment, flat-sharing adapts to various needs, including families looking for a flexible solution. Housemates set shared rules and foster a harmonious atmosphere. A well-equipped room improves daily life and overall satisfaction.

The flexibility of contracts meets the needs of students and young professionals, offering a balance between work and personal life. Every room and shared space becomes a privileged and comfortable place within the shared apartment.

Fully furnished and all-inclusive accommodation: At Colonies, every home is move-in ready — equipped bedrooms, fitted kitchen, comfortable communal areas. No need to bring furniture or manage multiple subscriptions: water, electricity, heating, internet… everything is included in the rent.

A true flat-sharing experience… without the hassle: Colonies offers modern shared housing where community living is made easy — clear rules, individual leases, centralised management. You live with hand-picked housemates in a friendly and respectful atmosphere.

A 100% online booking journey: from finding a room to signing the lease, everything is done online in just a few clicks. No more visiting 10 apartments or chasing guarantors — Colonies simplifies every step to save you time.

With Colonies, applying for a shared flat in Lyon is simple, fast, and fully digital.

Choose a property from a range of options suited to your needs — size, budget, and neighbourhood or even street — then enter your criteria: end of lease date and status (student, young professional).

Upload your supporting documents and your application will be processed within 24 hours. Colonies also allows you to connect with your future housemates.

Colonies offers rooms in modern shared flats and houses, with furnished and fully equipped spaces, perfectly suited to students and young people.

Rents are fixed and include all charges (water, electricity, internet).

Shared housing or coliving in an apartment with Colonies allows you to benefit from more attractive rents, particularly with housing benefits (APL), and to find the best room listings in apartments or houses.

We place great importance on ensuring you have a great experience with your housemates, and our experts are at your service to help you in your search and to support you once you have moved in.