Have you just joined the prestigious EDHEC Business School? Congratulations! You’re about to join one of the best management schools in the world. But before diving into your first finance or marketing courses, a crucial question arises: where will you settle? To make the most of your experience in the Lille metropolitan area, choosing your student residence in Lille is crucial. EDHEC students deserve accommodation that matches their ambitions, in a dynamic and well-connected city.
At Ecla, we know that students are looking for more than just a roof over their heads: they’re seeking a stimulating living environment, conducive to networking and absolute comfort. Located in Lomme, our student residence is the ideal starting point for your new student life. Whether you’re looking for a private studio or a shared apartment, we have the right solution among our accommodations.
EDHEC Business School in Lille (Croix-Roubaix campus), a true architectural gem nestled in an 8.5-hectare park, welcomes thousands of students each year. Located between Croix and Roubaix, this management school ranks among the best in the world.
The school is renowned for its programs of excellence:
Finding accommodation near EDHEC in Lille can be complex: rents in the immediate vicinity of Roubaix, Croix or Villeneuve-d’Ascq vary enormously, and private landlord offers often lack services. Specialized student residences offer a much more secure alternative for management school students. Among the residences available in the metropolitan area, not all offer the same level of accommodation and services.
Living at Ecla means choosing a hybrid residence where everything is designed to make your daily student life easier.
Although EDHEC is located on the border between Roubaix and Croix, our residence in Lomme offers a strategic advantage thanks to the metro:
Forget unfurnished rentals where you have to get an internet subscription and open an electricity account. At Ecla, everything is included. Your rent covers water, electricity, heating and high-speed WiFi, essential for your group work at EDHEC. No more unpleasant surprises with transparent all-in rents.
Our residence offers 628 accommodations (776 units) with high-quality finishes. The apartments are equipped with 140x200cm beds with Tediber mattresses for restful sleep. Here’s an overview of our different types of accommodation, designed to meet the needs of every student life:
With 466 studios available, this is the favorite choice for students seeking peace and quiet to revise. Each studio is carefully furnished and has a fitted kitchen. The studio remains the most popular accommodation solution in student residences in Lille.
Rent: From €750
EDHEC emphasizes team spirit. Why not extend this experience with a shared apartment? Our shared mini-studios (2 to 4 bedrooms) allow you to have your own private bedroom and bathroom while sharing a convivial living room. Shared accommodation is also an excellent way to build connections with other students from the school.
Rent: From €600 per student.
Very limited in number (only 6), these apartments are perfect for those who want a living space separate from the sleeping area. These apartments offer a rental experience close to that of a classic accommodation, with all the residence services as a bonus.
Rent: €1,050.
Living at Ecla Lille Lomme means having access to 3,000 m² of monumental common areas, far beyond what a private landlord or classic residence offers:
These services make Ecla much more than just a residence: it’s a real student life campus in Lille, where accommodation goes hand in hand with well-being and success.
We know that administrative management can be a barrier, especially for international students joining EDHEC in Lille from abroad.
All our accommodations are eligible for CAF financial aid. Whether you’re in a studio or shared accommodation, you can simulate your entitlements to reduce your net monthly rent. This is a significant boost to your budget, whether you come from Roubaix, Villeneuve-d’Ascq or the other side of the world.
To validate your rental application, a guarantor is required. Building a complete file is a key step to securing your student accommodation in Lille.
Although EDHEC is located between Croix and Roubaix, living in Lomme offers you an incomparable quality of life. You’re a stone’s throw from the Euratechnologies hub and the Saint-Philibert shops. The proximity of the metro allows you to navigate throughout the metropolitan area, from Villeneuve-d’Ascq to the center of Lille, via Roubaix, without ever needing a car.
The city of Lille is a vibrant student metropolis, and our residence gives you the keys. To enrich your research and discover the city’s events, you can visit the official website of the Métropole Européenne de Lille.
We invite all students and young professionals to discover our unique coliving concept. Whether you’re looking for a private studio or a shared apartment, we’re committed to providing you with accommodation tailored to your needs.
Together, let’s transcend the limits of traditional housing and create an unparalleled living experience.
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For your search, several options are available to you. The EDHEC campus has a few partner residences in Roubaix or Croix. You can also consult comparison sites like Studapart or the CROUS website, although places there are limited and often reserved based on social criteria. Private student residences like Ecla offer modern accommodation in Villeneuve-d’Ascq and throughout the Lille metropolitan area. For a premium student life experience with high-end services and a dynamic community, the Ecla Lille Lomme residence remains the reference solution for demanding students.
Yes, a guarantor is essential for any rental in our residence. It secures rent payment and is part of the mandatory file documents. If you don’t have a physical guarantor residing in France (family or close contact), we only accept the Garantme guarantee. It’s a simple, fast solution recognized by our team to validate your student accommodation file in Lille.
In the Croix, Roubaix or Villeneuve-d’Ascq areas, rents for a studio from a private landlord range between €550 and €700, often excluding charges. At Ecla, our rentals start at €600 for shared accommodation and €750 for a private studio — with a major advantage: everything is included in the rent. No surprise bills, and free access to the gym and coworking spaces.
The process is 100% digital to simplify your life. You can go through platforms like Studapart or directly via our website. Simply choose your room or apartment, upload your file documents (ID, EDHEC enrollment certificate, guarantor’s supporting documents or Garantme certificate) and sign your lease electronically. Rentals are available year-round for students from the school.
EDHEC is accessible via several modes of transport from our residence, which reinforces proximity to the campus:
