Nursing student housing near the IFSI in Vanteaux — Limoges

Q: Where should you live when studying at the IFSI nursing school of Limoges?

The IFSI nursing school of the CHU of Limoges is on rue Camille Guérin, on the Vanteaux campus, a short distance from the CHU. The most practical option is to live in the Vanteaux district or right next to it: you can then reach the school on foot and the CHU for placements in a few minutes. Begip manages student studios and flats in this area, eligible for APL/ALS housing benefit.

The IFSI of the CHU of Limoges, at the heart of the Vanteaux campus

Three intense years, paced by lectures and hospital placements: for a nursing student, living in Vanteaux means being within walking distance of the IFSI and a short distance from the CHU.

The IFSI (nursing training institute) of the CHU of Limoges prepares students for the State Nursing Diploma over three years, recognised at Bachelor's grade. The programme alternates theory with clinical placements at the CHU Dupuytren and partner health facilities — a demanding rhythm that makes living nearby especially valuable.

The institute is on rue Camille Guérin, on the Vanteaux campus, south-west of Limoges, alongside the FLSH, ENSAD and ILFOMER, and a short distance from the Marcland health campus. Living in the district means reaching the school on foot and saving precious time on placement days.

CHU of Limoges · Paramedical

IFSI — the CHU nursing school

State Nursing Diploma over 3 years (Bachelor's grade). Lectures alternate with clinical placements at the CHU Dupuytren and partner health facilities.

📍Rue Camille Guérin, 87000 Limoges — Vanteaux campus

🎓State Nursing Diploma — 3-year, Bachelor's grade

🏥Placements at the CHU Dupuytren, a short distance away

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Two ways to live

District studio or dedicated residence

In Vanteaux, an independent studio puts you within walking distance of the IFSI, quiet and at the best budget. On the Marcland side, the E-Magine student residence offers equipped studios with services (Wi-Fi, parking) near the CHU. Begip lets both.

🌿A quiet, tree-lined residential district

🛒Local shops, buses to the centre & the station

🏢E-Magine residence possible on the Marcland side

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Living near the IFSI: the Vanteaux district

For a nursing student, living in Vanteaux means reaching the IFSI on foot — and staying close to the CHU for placements, without wasting time commuting, early morning or evening.

The Vanteaux district, south-west of Limoges, is one of the most coherent areas for students of the campus and the health hub. It combines residential calm, green spaces, local shops and good bus links to the city centre and the Bénédictins station. It is also one of the city's best-value areas — Limoges remaining one of the most affordable university cities in France.

Student housing in Limoges, in practice. A student studio usually rents from around €280 to €400/month including charges depending on size and fittings, and remains eligible for CAF housing benefit (APL / ALS), which clearly reduces the net cost. Demand is high at the start of the year: it's best to start your search in the previous spring.

Begip, a local agency established in Limoges for over 35 years, manages a wide portfolio of homes in the Vanteaux area and nearby: furnished or unfurnished studios and small flats, suited to the pace and budget of a nursing student. The team supports every tenant from viewing to key handover, and guides you through the CAF paperwork.

Looking for a home for your year at the IFSI?

Discover the studios and flats available in Vanteaux and contact our local team — we'll help you find the home closest to the school and the CHU.

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Frequently asked questions

Where should you live when studying at the IFSI nursing school of Limoges?

The IFSI of the CHU of Limoges is on rue Camille Guérin, on the Vanteaux campus, a short distance from the CHU. The most practical option is to live in the Vanteaux district or right next to it: you can then reach the school on foot and the CHU for placements in a few minutes. Begip manages student studios and flats in this area, eligible for APL/ALS housing benefit.

How much does student housing cost in Vanteaux, Limoges?

In Limoges, a student studio usually rents from around €280 to €400/month including charges depending on size, area and fittings. These homes are eligible for CAF housing benefit (APL or ALS), which noticeably reduces the net cost. Limoges remains one of the most affordable university cities in France.

District studio or student residence for a nursing student in Limoges?

Both are possible. An independent studio in the Vanteaux district puts a nursing student within walking distance of the IFSI, quiet and at the best budget. A dedicated student residence such as E-Magine, on the Marcland side, offers equipped studios with services (Wi-Fi, parking) near the CHU. Begip lets both: the choice depends on your priorities between independence and services.