Students systematically wonder about the type of rental to choose when looking for accommodation. To make an informed choice, it is necessary to know the advantages and disadvantages of each option, namely furnished rental and unfurnished rental. These are discussed in this article.
Advantages and disadvantages of furnished rental
The elimination of expenses linked to the purchase of furniture and equipment (hob, microwave oven, kitchen utensils, etc.) is undoubtedly one of the greatest advantages of furnished rental. Within the framework of the latter, the duration of the lease is also established at nine months for a student housing. This solution is therefore practical for those who are carrying out short studies or who wish to be able to move at any time, especially since the departure notice is only one month.
However, furnished rental costs more since the rent takes into account the furniture and equipment provided by the owner. The price difference varies from 5 to 30% compared to an unfurnished rental. On the other hand, furnished accommodation is more difficult to find due to its scarcity.
Advantages and disadvantages of unfurnished rental
The main advantage of unfurnished rental lies in its cost. In fact, the rent for a bare accommodation is lower than that for a furnished property with the same surface area. Reported over the entire duration of the lease, the difference represents considerable savings. On the other hand, students who opt for an unfurnished rental have the opportunity to arrange and decorate the space to their liking, with objects that suit their tastes.
However, purchasing the necessary furniture and equipment involves an investment that can weigh on students’ budgets. You should also know that the duration of the lease in the context of an unfurnished rental is a minimum of three years. In addition, if he wishes to leave the accommodation, the tenant must give three months’ notice. Therefore, this type of rental is especially suitable for students who are pursuing long studies or who wish to continue to occupy the accommodation once they have obtained their diploma.
How to find student accommodation easily?
One way to easily find student accommodation is to turn to specialized sites like that of CDC Habitat. This major player in housing in France offers more than 530,000 properties for rent throughout the country. Its offer has been designed to meet all needs and adapt to all budgets. It includes, among other things, temporary accommodation solutions, social housing, free housing, senior housing and student housing.
With CDC Habitat, it is possible to choose your student accommodation among student residences and social residences. The first give access to properties at affordable rent, of 18 m² on average and equipped with all the essential furniture and equipment. These accommodations are located near university centers as well as shops and transport.
