affordwhere
  1. Home
  2. /
  3. France
  4. /
  5. Marseille
  6. /
  7. Vieux-Port / 1er

Vieux-Port / 1er, Marseille: Neighborhood Guide for Expats

The beating heart of Marseille. Old port views, fish market, Canebière boulevard, and non-stop energy.

Commute to Center

5 min

walk

Safety Rating

3/5

Moderate

Vibe

centralwaterfrontlively

Rent Prices in Vieux-Port / 1er

Monthly rent in EUR (€). First-hand contracts are directly with the landlord or housing company. Second-hand (sublet) contracts are typically more expensive.

Apartment SizeFirst-Hand RentSecond-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom€700 - €850/mo€850 - €1,050/mo
2 Bedrooms€950 - €1,150/mo€1,150 - €1,400/mo
3 Bedrooms€1,300 - €1,550/mo€1,600 - €1,900/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Vieux-Port / 1er, Marseille?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Vieux-Port / 1er costs €850 - €1,050/month (second-hand contract) or €700 - €850/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €1,150 - €1,400/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,600 - €1,900/month.
Is Vieux-Port / 1er safe for expats?
Vieux-Port / 1er 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 Vieux-Port / 1er to Marseille center?
The commute from Vieux-Port / 1er to Marseille city center takes approximately 5 minutes by walk.
What is Vieux-Port / 1er like to live in?
The beating heart of Marseille. Old port views, fish market, Canebière boulevard, and non-stop energy. The neighborhood is known for being central, waterfront, lively.

Other Neighborhoods in Marseille

Le Panier

8 min walk to center

1BR from €800/mo

historicartisticcolorful

Prado / 8e

15 min metro to center

1BR from €1,000/mo

upscalebeachesparks

La Joliette / Euroméditerranée

10 min metro to center

1BR from €900/mo

businessmodernwaterfront

Castellane / 6e

10 min metro to center

1BR from €900/mo

residentialbourgeoisfamilies

Calculate What You Can Afford in Marseille

Enter your salary to see your net pay, budget breakdown, and which neighborhoods fit your budget.

Try the Marseille Calculator
affordwhere

Know what your salary buys before you move. Take-home pay, neighborhoods, and savings across 175+ cities in 33 countries.

Updated Mar 2026

Explore

  • Calculator
  • Blog
  • Data sources
  • Benchmarks

Countries

AustraliaAustriaBelgiumCanadaCyprusCzechiaDenmarkFinlandFranceGermanyHong KongIndiaIndonesiaIrelandItalyJapanMalaysiaMexicoNetherlandsNew ZealandNorwayPolandPortugalSingaporeSpainSwedenSwitzerlandTaiwanThailandUAEU.K.U.S.A.Vietnam

Company

  • About
  • Testimonials
  • FAQ

Legal

  • Privacy
  • Terms

© 2026 AffordWhere. Estimates only, not financial advice.

2026 tax rules • Mar 2026 rent data