How much is rent in Villeurbanne, Lyon?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Villeurbanne costs €600 - €600/month (second-hand contract) or €500 - €600/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €800 - €900/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,000 - €1,200/month.

Is Villeurbanne safe for expats?

Villeurbanne has a safety rating of 3/5 (Moderate). It is a moderately safe area. Standard urban precautions are advisable.

How long is the commute from Villeurbanne to Lyon center?

The commute from Villeurbanne to Lyon city center takes approximately 15 minutes by metro.

What is Villeurbanne like to live in?

Adjacent city with student population and lower rents. Universities, cultural venues, and great value. The neighborhood is known for being affordable, students, diverse.

Villeurbanne in Lyon 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

Commute to Center

15 min

metro

Safety Rating

3/5

Moderate

Vibe

affordablestudentsdiverse

Rent in Villeurbanne

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.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	€500 - €600/mo	€600 - €600/mo
2 Bedrooms	€700 - €800/mo	€800 - €900/mo
3 Bedrooms	€900 - €1,100/mo	€1,000 - €1,200/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Villeurbanne, Lyon?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Villeurbanne costs €600 - €600/month (second-hand contract) or €500 - €600/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €800 - €900/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,000 - €1,200/month.
Is Villeurbanne safe for expats?: Villeurbanne has a safety rating of 3/5 (Moderate). It is a moderately safe area. Standard urban precautions are advisable.
How long is the commute from Villeurbanne to Lyon center?: The commute from Villeurbanne to Lyon city center takes approximately 15 minutes by metro.
What is Villeurbanne like to live in?: Adjacent city with student population and lower rents. Universities, cultural venues, and great value. The neighborhood is known for being affordable, students, diverse.

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12 min metro to center

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10 min metro to center

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12 min tram to center

1BR from €800/mo

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10 min metro to center

1BR from €600/mo

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12 min tram to center

1BR from €600/mo

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Monplaisir (8th)

15 min metro to center

1BR from €600/mo

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18 min tram to center

1BR from €600/mo

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15 min metro to center

1BR from €600/mo

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1BR from €500/mo

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20 min metro to center

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Commute to Center

15 min

metro

Safety Rating

3/5

Moderate

Vibe

affordablestudentsdiverse

Rent in Villeurbanne

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.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	€500 - €600/mo	€600 - €600/mo
2 Bedrooms	€700 - €800/mo	€800 - €900/mo
3 Bedrooms	€900 - €1,100/mo	€1,000 - €1,200/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Villeurbanne, Lyon?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Villeurbanne costs €600 - €600/month (second-hand contract) or €500 - €600/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €800 - €900/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,000 - €1,200/month.
Is Villeurbanne safe for expats?: Villeurbanne has a safety rating of 3/5 (Moderate). It is a moderately safe area. Standard urban precautions are advisable.
How long is the commute from Villeurbanne to Lyon center?: The commute from Villeurbanne to Lyon city center takes approximately 15 minutes by metro.
What is Villeurbanne like to live in?: Adjacent city with student population and lower rents. Universities, cultural venues, and great value. The neighborhood is known for being affordable, students, diverse.