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- Benimaclet: an affordable area linked to the university campus by tram, with a wide choice of shared flats at prices that suit a student budget. The Mestalla stadium is nearby.
- Around the campuses: Avenida de Blasco Ibáñez, Avenida de Ramón Llull, Plaza Honduras and Plaza del Cedro cut down the time spent commuting, which matters for quality of life.
- El Cabanyal and La Malvarrosa: these neighbourhoods face the beach and offer a break from studying. They are a little outside the city centre but still a reasonable distance from the universities.
- El Carmen: a central neighbourhood but further from the university, so foreign students rarely live there; some choose it for its atmosphere.
- Key point: Valencia attracts thousands of Spanish and international students, including many on Erasmus. The best neighbourhood depends on how you balance budget, distance to campus, beach access and city-centre life.
Valencia is one of the cities most in demand among Spanish and international students. Thousands of Erasmus students come to the city of the Turia for their studies, but why? The answer lies in its beaches, the endless possibilities of the old riverbed, the city-centre streets with their places for a drink, the port area... When you are new to a city, you have plenty of doubts and questions. That is why we want to help you get to know Valencia. Depending on your needs, you will look at the different accommodation options. But once you have chosen, you need to decide which neighbourhood to settle in!
Benimaclet, close to the university campus
If you are looking for an affordable area (typical when you are a student) that is fairly close to the university campus by tram, the best option is Benimaclet. The area has a wide choice of shared student flats at truly affordable prices for any budget. And if you are a football fan, the Mestalla stadium is very close to this Valencia neighbourhood.
Avenida Blasco Ibáñez, Ramón Llull, Plaza Honduras...
The area around the university campuses is worth considering for quality of life, not least because you save time on transport. Examples of specific spots are Avenida de Ramón Llull, Plaza Honduras, Avenida de Blasco Ibáñez and Plaza del Cedro.
El Cabanyal and La Malvarrosa
Another option is to live in the Cabanyal or Malvarrosa neighbourhoods. These areas have a beach, so you can switch off from your studies and enjoy your time in Valencia by the sea. They are a little outside the city centre but a reasonable distance from the universities.
El Carmen, a great atmosphere in the centre of Valencia
Foreign students rarely live in El Carmen because it is central and further from the university, but some love its atmosphere. In short, the neighbourhood or area of Valencia you choose will depend on what you are looking for. Tell us about your experience and feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the neighbourhoods of Valencia.
Manuel Rios is head of the Valencia office of Alveo Search (Alveo group). With several decades of experience in property, he supports property purchases in Valencia and its region. He shares his knowledge of the neighbourhoods and his advice on analysing prices, comparing properties and negotiating a purchase.
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