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Erasmus Guide to Valencia 2026
Valencia has become one of Europe's favourite Erasmus destinations: beach, great weather and prices more affordable than Madrid or Barcelona. Here are the essentials for finding housing.
Why Valencia hooks Erasmus students
The perfect size to get around by bike, a beach, paella, the Fallas festival and a huge student life at contained prices. More and more students choose it over the big capitals.
Main universities
The two big ones are the Universitat de València (UV), with its main campus on Avenida Blasco Ibáñez, and the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), in the Vera-Benimaclet area.
Verified rooms in Valencia
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See rooms in ValenciaHow much a room costs
Among the most affordable in Spain: €300 to €450 per month, usually with utilities included.
Which neighbourhoods to look in
Blasco Ibáñez for being next to the UV campuses, Benimaclet for its student vibe and proximity to UPV, and Ciutat Vella to live in the old town.
Getting around Valencia
Valencia is the bike city: it is flat, has lanes everywhere and the public Valenbisi service costs about €30 a year. Most Erasmus students get around by bike, especially along the former Turia riverbed, now a park that crosses the whole city. There is also metro and bus (EMT) with cheap youth passes. That means almost any neighbourhood works well.
A realistic monthly budget
Valencia is one of the cheapest capitals for an Erasmus. With the room (€300-450), around €180-220 for food, little on transport (bike) and €80-150 for going out, most students live on €550-850 a month. A set lunch menu or paella with friends will not blow the budget.
Student life and what to do
Malvarrosa beach, the Turia park to run or study, the City of Arts and Sciences, and the Fallas festival in March, one of the most spectacular in Europe. ESN associations organise events, trips and exchanges, and being a mid-sized city it is very easy to make a group and hop from one plan to another.
How to book without scams
Never pay a deposit by transfer to a stranger. On Lupo Rooms rooms are verified, the landlord is identified and the deposit is protected until you move in.
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Find a room in ValenciaFrequently asked questions
Is Valencia cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona for students?
Yes. A room is around €300-450 per month, clearly below Madrid and Barcelona.
Where should I live if I study at UV?
Avenida Blasco Ibáñez is the axis of the Universitat de València; living there lets you walk to class and stay close to the beach.
What do I need to rent as an Erasmus student?
Your ID or passport and your acceptance letter or enrolment. No payslip or guarantor required.
Do I need a car or transport to get around Valencia?
No. Valencia is flat and very bike-friendly: with Valenbisi (about €30 a year) or your own bike you can reach the whole city, especially via the Turia park. There is metro and bus for rainy days.
How much money a month do I need for Erasmus in Valencia?
It is one of the most affordable destinations: most students live on €550-850 a month including room, food, transport and leisure.
