Living in Montchat (3rd), Lyon

Monthly rent in EUR (€). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Within AffordWhere's Lyon dataset, a one-bedroom here averages about €650/month — close to the city median, and among the more affordable of the 14 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run €800 - €900/month and three-bedrooms €1,100 - €1,300/month on second-hand contracts. At 18 minutes to the center by tram, it sits farther out than most Lyon areas in the set. On safety it rates 4/5, around the middle in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the residential, families, quiet tags, it may suit families and longer-term renters who want space.

Weighing options? For cheaper rent, see La Duchère (9th). For a shorter commute, see Presqu'île (2nd).

Rent figures reflect official statistics compiled January 2026. See data sources.

OpenStreetMap maps Reconnaissance - Balzac as the nearest tram stop, Parc de la Clinique Notre Dame as nearby green space and Casino as the nearest supermarket around the Montchat (3rd) reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance. It also shows many cafés and restaurants mapped within about 700m of that point.

Amenity data from OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). The extracted amenity dataset is published under the same license.

How much is rent in Montchat (3rd), Lyon?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Montchat (3rd) costs €600 - €700/month (second-hand contract) or €600 - €600/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €800 - €900/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,100 - €1,300/month.

Is Montchat (3rd) safe for expats?

Montchat (3rd) has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Montchat (3rd) to Lyon center?

The commute from Montchat (3rd) to Lyon city center takes approximately 18 minutes by tram.

What is Montchat (3rd) like to live in?

Quiet residential neighborhood popular with families. Local shops, cafes, and community feel. In our data it is tagged as residential, families, quiet.