Housing
For students who are new to Paris, finding a place to live in France’s capital city can be both exciting and challenging. We are here to help!
PCA offers coliving in shared apartments in a building with PCA resident advisors, and guarantees rooms to all first-year students. For students who wish to live in homestays or in independent apartments, individualized advice is given to both incoming and current students to secure housing and help facilitate settling in Paris.
We strongly encourage students to secure housing BEFORE arriving in Paris. Please note that if you need a visa to study in France you will be required to provide proof of housing in France when sending in your visa application documents.
You can book a room in a shared apartment in PCA’s coliving building, or you can search on your own using the PCA housing guide. Before starting your search, you need to:
- Draft a budget and determine how you will cover the total rental cost (e.g., rent, electricity, WiFi, insurance)
- Prioritize what you are looking for (e.g., housing type, location, size, cost, amenities)
PCA’s coliving
PCA offers rooms in shared apartments in a building with PCA resident assistants. Rooms are guaranteed for accepted first-year students who accept their offer of admissions and pay a deposit by the May 1st deadline. Accepted students will learn more about their choices during Student Life’s accepted student sessions.
PCA Coliving - shared apartments
Eligibility: all full-time students, regardless of program. Rooms guaranteed for first year students until May 1st.
108 avenue Henri Barbusse, 92600 Asnières sur Seine
Cost: Prices for academic year 2026/27 can be found on the Accepted Student Portal. Student can opt for a room with private bathroom (including toilet, sink and shower) or a room with a shared bathroom (shared with 2 or 3 others, depending on apartment configuration). Bedrooms are always singles. Please note that while rooms are guaranteed for first-year students, we can not guarantee that both bathroom options are still available if you apply close to the deadline.
This price includes all utilities (gas, electric, internet) and basic renter’s insurance. As well, your room comes with a set of bed linens, pillows, quilt, and a towel. Professional cleaning at the end of each semester is included in this price.
The PCA x Joivy Coliving is a new residence nestled in a vibrant and charming neighborhood in Asnières, a 30-minute commute from the PCA campus. It boasts proximity to all essential amenities such as grocery stores, cafes/restaurants, and pharmacies, all within a mere 2-minute stroll from the Bois-Colombes train station.
Currently, commuting from Bois-Colombes to PCA at 241 Boulevard Pereire ranges between 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the time of day. From the residence, students can take line J to St. Lazare, and then switch to RER E to Porte Maillot. Biking from the residence to PCA takes approximately 25 minutes.
All the apartments boast fully equipped kitchens, dining areas, and communal living spaces. Additionally, residents have access to amenities including a large roof garden with lounge areas, a yoga room, laundry facilities, and a bike storage garage. There are also PCA resident advisors on site.
Living here allows you to enjoy the privacy of your own room while sharing common areas both within your apartment and throughout the building, including inviting spaces like the rooftop terrace and yoga room. You may be placed in an apartment with other PCA students and/or with students from a variety of schools across Paris. This setup offers a unique opportunity to make new friends and expand your community and support network in a new city.
Virtual visits of sample apartments are available below.
PCA Students Talk About Housing in Paris
Paris College of Art Students at Joivy Coliving Asnières
Homestays
Homestay programs arrange for international students to live with local hosts/families during their studies. Living situations in homestay programs range from basic room-rental arrangements to complete immersion. In a homestay program, you will typically have your own room, but join the family for meals and take part in their normal daily routine. This option is ideal for students who wish to explore French culture first-hand while practicing their French language & cultural skills in an informal setting.
Accepted students can get in touch with our Student Life team if they’re interested in a homestay. Additional resources are also included in our accepted student Housing Guide.
Find Your Own Independent Accommodations
Students are welcome to pursue independent housing arrangements outside of PCA’s designated partners. However, securing an apartment in Paris can be a complex and time-consuming process, even for locals. Installing electricity and WiFi can take several weeks. While we cannot guarantee you’ll be approved for an apartment, we assist students in their search by offering resources such as a curated list of reputable rental agencies, guidance on necessary documentation, and assistance with French-language phone calls, should the need arise.
Housing and Neighborhood Guides
Paris-Pas-Cher: What Neighborhood Should You Live In?
Whether you are a new student or an oldie, these quick tips and hints should give you some insight into each arrondissement so you can find the best neighborhood suited for you.
Introducing the 17th Arrondissement
PCA’s campus is in the 17th arrondissement, and here are some of our favorite places in the neighborhood!