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Fac-Habitat student residences
Smerra, in partnership with Fac-Habitat, offers a wide range of accommodation for students, young professionals under the age of 30, researchers, and teachers. Fac-Habitat offers more than 12,000 accommodations (from studios to one-bedroom apartments) in 70 student cities in France, including Bastia, at attractive rents and eligible for social assistance (APL or ALS).
Student or internship accommodation: flexible solutions
Whether you are a student, researcher, young professional, or intern under the age of 30 in Bastia, your schedule is constantly changing, and we adapt to it. For the duration of an internship, exams, or a summer job, you can enjoy comfortable, furnished accommodation in a student residence in Bastia, on a temporary basis and subject to availability. You can travel light, as everything you need is already taken care of.
Short stays give you valuable flexibility. Whether it’s a few weeks or several months, you decide. You can adjust the length of your stay if your plans change, without being tied into a long-term contract. You remain in control of your arrival and departure dates.
When it comes to finances, it’s designed with you in mind. You only pay for the period you occupy the accommodation, which avoids unnecessary rent when you are not there. You can optimize your student or young professional budget without sacrificing comfort.
Geographical flexibility is a real plus. Thanks to convenient locations in Bastia, you can choose accommodation close to your campus, your internship, or your favorite places. You can organize your daily life around what matters to you.
And what about services? They’re all there. Just like for a long stay, you can enjoy the residence’s facilities: parking, coworking room, and sometimes even a swap space. Everything is designed for studying, working, and relaxing.
A short stay is also an opportunity to meet new people. You can chat with students from other places, build a university or professional network, and open yourself up to other cultures.
Our mission: to simplify your life in Bastia by offering accommodation that meets your changing needs. Whether you’re staying for a few weeks or several months, our short-term rentals are there for you.
Special student residence insurance
Fac-Habitat and Logifac residences in Bastia offer home insurance for €6/month, deducted directly from your rent. It protects your home against unforeseen events such as fire, water damage, etc.
To benefit from this, simply check “monthly insurance” when you apply. No other formalities are required.
Student Residence in Bastia
Want to study somewhere lively and enjoy a simple life between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains? Welcome to Bastia. Here, every student can find their ideal accommodation close to the university or schools. The city is ideally located between the center and Agliani, with public transportation, cycling, shops, and the beautiful landscapes of the island. The student residence you choose matters, but the environment makes all the difference. Life here is simple: strolls along Rue Maréchal, soccer at Stade Armand Cesari, the lake, sports, and sunshine all year round. The result is an environment that boosts your success. We’ll help you discover your new student city so you can move forward with peace of mind.
The student dynamic in Bastia: figures and atmosphere
Students and global appeal
Every year, Bastia attracts young people from France and abroad. They come for its proximity to the University of Corsica (satellite campuses), the IUT de Corse in Bastia, the INSPE, the IFSI, the IFMK, and several specialized schools. Local students continue their studies after high school as close to home as possible, while others come from further afield to enjoy the ideal setting offered by Bastia. The atmosphere is friendly: people meet up on the Old Port promenade (Portu vechju), at Fango, Toga, or on the south side towards Furiani and Biguglia. The Armand Cesari Stadium lives and breathes football, with matches that bring the whole city together, making it a real social hub.
Proximity to campuses
The city offers higher education without wasting time on transportation. The Bastia IUT campus and paramedical schools are ideally located between the city center and bus lines, with schedules available online and reduced-rate student passes. The southern districts such as Agliani and Biguglia are well served, and cycling is a real bonus for short journeys. If you have classes in Corte, the Bastia–Ajaccio railway line quickly connects Haute-Corse to the heart of the island; the port and airport also make it easy to travel to and from mainland France. The result: you live in student accommodation, travel by train, bus, or bike, and enjoy an idyllic lifestyle by the sea.
Student life and leisure: what is there to do in Bastia?
Cultural activities
Bastia offers a rich and accessible cultural life, perfect for students. In the city center, theaters, cinemas showing films in their original language, photo exhibitions, and galleries in the citadel can all be explored on foot. Museums explain the Mediterranean spirit, while café concerts and open mics liven up study evenings. Throughout the year, Mediterranean-themed festivals and concerts create memorable moments, often at reduced prices with a student card.
Need some fresh air? The walk to the Biguglia lagoon offers a soothing sea view. On the sports and culture side, you can enjoy football at the Armand Cesari Stadium, learn Corsican songs, or try a cooking workshop. The sailing clubs offer sailing, paddleboarding, and kayaking; the bike paths connect gyms, media libraries, and the university, with schedules posted online.
On weekends, sunbathe on the beach, have a drink at the Old Port, take a detour to Rue Maréchal… or take a trip to Corté–Ajaccio–Bastia to explore Corsica. A city on a human scale, inspiring, boosting your success.
Nightlife and meeting places
At night, Bastia maintains a relaxed pace that allows you to choose your own atmosphere. Around Portu vechju, cafés transform into venues for acoustic concerts or light DJ sets, perfect for unwinding after college. In the citadel, a few student bars offer open mics that bring together locals and newcomers. At the top of Rue Maréchal Sebastiani and towards Toga, you’ll find simple places to chat, dance a little, and then walk back to the city center.
The most convenient thing is the proximity: you can study in your residence hall, go to a late-night exhibition, and then meet up with your friends without having to cross the city. Schedules are often posted online, and student IDs give you access to reduced rates. Between terraces facing the port, intimate rooftop bars, and friendly pubs, the nightlife is accessible, safe, and welcoming. It’s a great place to relax, make friends, and wake up feeling motivated the next day.
Which neighborhood is best for accommodation?
The best neighborhoods in Bastia
The city center is generally very popular with students because you can do everything on foot: shops, university, buses, port, cafes. Furnished studios are in high demand. Terra-Vecchia and Terra-Nova offer charming old-style accommodation with sea views over the port. Agliani, Lupino, and Montesoro, to the south, are well served by bus routes, making it easy to get to schools, the stadium, and shopping areas. Towards Furiani and Biguglia, you get more space, comfort, and peace and quiet. Our student residences are located close to transport links and have a study area, an equipped kitchenette, a bathroom, and other amenities. The setting is studious without being closed off, perfect for combining life and study.
Travel and public transport
The urban bus network connects the main neighborhoods to the campuses and the city center. Timetables are available on the STIB operator’s website; you can buy a student card directly at the agency, check the existing lines and stops, and find the exact address of the ticket offices. The Corsica train serves Corte and Ajaccio, which is useful if your classes alternate between Bastia and other locations. The port and airport make it easy to travel to and from mainland France. In the city, cycling is a real bonus for short distances. Everything is accessible, simple, and designed for your success.
Head to Bastia: the year when everything falls into place
Want to study somewhere with blue skies and a simple lifestyle? Bastia ticks all the boxes: a city on a human scale, the Mediterranean Sea at the end of the street, comfortable student residences, convenient transportation, and a warm atmosphere. Between university, sports, culture, and walks, each day brings you closer to success without compromising your comfort and work-life balance. Submit your application online, sign the lease, and enjoy. Bastia is waiting for you!