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07/10/2025 Accommodation

The security deposit is an essential step when signing a rental agreement

Often confused with a guarantor commitment, it is in fact a sum of money paid by the tenant to the landlord to secure the tenancy. This amount, frozen for the entire duration of the lease, is used to cover any unpaid rent or service charges, as well as repairs for damage to the property. In this article, we explain everything you need to know about the security deposit, how it works, typical amounts and the rules governing its return.…

06/23/2025 General news Student tips

What should you bring with you to a student residence?

Moving into a student residence is often the first step towards a new life, more independent and exciting... but also a little stressful! With all the paperwork, packing and organising to do, it's easy to forget essential items. To help you prepare for your move without stress, here's a complete checklist of what you need to bring with you, along with practical advice on how not to forget anything. Essential documents you…

06/02/2025 Accommodation

How do you manage dual accommodation: company and work-linked school?

Studying on a sandwich course often means juggling two cities: the school and the company. This can quickly lead to significant costs, particularly when it comes to accommodation. For work-linked students who have to pay two rents, it's essential to think ahead, explore the aid available and choose suitable accommodation solutions. Here's a practical guide to optimising your organisation while limiting your expenses. Understanding the…

05/23/2025 Student life

The survival guide to moving house !

Moving house often marks a major turning point: a new job, a change in family life, a first home, a move (to a different town or country) for studies or a work placement. But this transition cannot be improvised. As soon as the decision is made, it's essential to set a date and draw up a timetable of the steps to be taken. For students moving in for the first time, the choice of accommodation is a crucial stage: shared accommodation, a…

03/03/2025 Student life

What type of accommodation should I choose for my internship?

An internship is a key stage in a student's career. It enables you to refine your career plans and gain valuable experience that will be essential to your future. However, it also raises an essential question: where to stay during the internship? Finding temporary accommodation can be complex, but several solutions exist to meet the needs of students in search of accommodation that is suited to the duration of their assignment and…

02/24/2025 Accommodation Student tips

Furnish your student studio: 4 tips to optimize your space!

Furnishing a student studio can be a real challenge, but it's also a great opportunity to let your creativity shine through. Whether you're a minimalist or a fan of warm decor, there are many ways to make your home functional, pleasant and a reflection of you. Here are a few ideas and tips for transforming your studio into a space that's a pleasure to live in. Exploit verticality for more storage When you move into your student…

01/02/2025 General news

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025!

This year, we reaffirm our commitment to student autonomy and success. Through housing, health, insurance, prevention and student life, let's join forces to build a future where well-being and fulfillment are a priority. TOGETHER, LET'S DARE, LET'S GROW, LET'S SHINE! The FAC-HABITAT teams wish you a beautiful & inspiring year 2025! Watch the FAC-HABITAT New Year video

Why move into a FAC-HABITAT student residence?

01/01/2025 Accommodation

Why move to a FAC-HABITAT student residence?

Finding suitable student accommodation is a key step in preparing for university life. FAC-HABITAT residences offer a solution specifically designed to meet the needs of students, combining functionality, practicality and a pleasant living environment. Housing designed for student life FAC-HABITAT student residences offer furnished, fully-equipped accommodation tailored to everyday needs. From individual studios to shared T2 apartments,…

Participate in the call for student projects - L'Agitateur

12/19/2024 General news Student life

L'Agitateur: a competition to improve living conditions for students

The Fondation d'entreprise SMERRA is launching the 7th edition of l'Agitateur, the national competition that rewards projects that improve living, health and study conditions for students. If you have an idea in mind or a project already underway, then submit your project on the Agitateur website from January 1, 2025 to March 2, 2025.If your submission meets the competition criteria, it will be published on the Agitateur platform so…

Student apartments: keeping warm without racking up electricity bills

12/01/2024 Accommodation CSR Student tips

How can you keep your student apartment warm without running up your electricity bill?

Winter is here, and it can quickly become difficult to keep your apartment warm without seeing your electricity bill rise. Knowing how to manage the heat in your student accommodation is a real asset. Here are a few simple tips to help you maintain a pleasant temperature and limit energy costs. Optimize interior insulation in student accommodation To prevent the cold from seeping into your accommodation, you can reinforce the insulation…

A simple way to find my accommodation in 4 stages

Step 1

Choose your rental

Choose the city for the residence you want using the map of France in "our residences". The description of the chosen residence will then appear. You can now book your choice of apartment by clicking "Book".

Step 2

Put your file together

You must complete an information form about you and one about your guarantor after confirming your choice of apartment. We will process your file as soon as possible once it has been sent.

Step 3

Sign your lease online

After your application has been accepted and a rental has been allocated, you'll have access to your rental contract and appendixes. You have 5 days to initial and sign the documents and return them to us with items to confirm your booking. The dates for the inventory and key handover will be...