University of Turin accommodation guide

Accommodation near the University of Turin

The University of Turin is spread across seven main hubs in Turin and the surrounding metro area, so the best place to live depends on your faculty, your budget, and how much commuting you are willing to do. Some students want to be close to the historic centre and humanities buildings, while others need faster access to economics, medicine, or the Grugliasco campus.

For most students, the smart approach is simple: pick housing around your daily campus pattern, not just the university name. A room that looks cheap on paper can become expensive once you add long tram rides, metro changes, and late-night taxi trips.

Best accommodation options

Turin has a strong mix of public residences, merit colleges, and private PBSA-style housing. The main options are:

• EDISU Piemonte residences - the main public route, allocated through a competition process and designed for students who need structured, good-value housing.
• Collegio Einaudi - a private, merit-based college with accommodation and training in several strategic parts of the city.
• Private PBSA and student flats - useful if you want flexibility, a private bathroom, or a location matched to a specific campus.
• Shared flats and rooms - still common in Turin, especially in areas with strong tram and metro access.

If you are aiming for September 2026, start early. In a city like Turin, the best-value rooms and the most convenient residence places tend to be the first to go.

Where students should live

The right neighbourhood changes with your course, but these are the most practical choices for most UniTo students.

Which area fits which campus

UniTo is not a single-campus university. The campus cluster you attend matters more than the university brand.

• Palazzo Nuovo, Aldo Moro, and central humanities buildings: choose Centro, Vanchiglia, or San Salvario if you want a shorter daily trip.
• Campus Luigi Einaudi: look at Vanchiglia, Centro, or San Salvario for the most flexible commute.
• Polo di Economia: Crocetta, San Paolo, Lingotto, and San Salvario are usually practical.
• Polo Molinette: Lingotto, Santa Rita, Crocetta, and San Salvario can work well depending on the route.
• Campus SAMEV in Grugliasco: consider Grugliasco, Collegno, Borgo San Paolo, or western neighbourhoods with direct tram or bus links.
• Department of Computer Science / northern sites: look at Parella, San Donato, Cit Turin, or central areas with a direct connection.

Student residences and PBSA

If you want the most structured housing route, start with the public and semi-public options.

EDISU Piemonte

EDISU Piemonte is the main public student housing route in the region. It offers different accommodation types, including single rooms, double rooms, triple rooms, apartments, and mini-apartments, and many residences include study spaces, Wi-Fi, kitchens, laundry, and reception services.

That makes EDISU a strong option if you want:

• lower overall housing cost
• a residence with a student community
• a location already tied to university life
• less hassle than searching the open rental market

Collegio Einaudi

Collegio Einaudi is a private, merit-based college with accommodation and training for students in Turin. It is not the same thing as a normal private rental, and it is not just a bed: it is closer to a structured student community with study support and several residence halls across the city.

It is a good option if you want:

• a more organised residential environment
• a strong academic community
• housing in strategic parts of Turin
• the kind of setup that reduces day-to-day logistics

Private PBSA and flats

Private PBSA and shared flats are the right fallback if you want:

• a faster move-in
• more room choice
• a private bathroom or studio
• a location near a specific campus rather than a scholarship cycle

For Turin, private housing often makes sense near Porta Nuova, Porta Susa, Centro, Vanchiglia, Crocetta, San Paolo, and Lingotto, depending on your budget and commute target.

Typical monthly budget

Turin is usually more manageable than Italy’s biggest student markets, but prices still move quickly near the centre and near the best-connected neighbourhoods.

If you need to live near the centre, expect to pay more for convenience. If you are happy to trade a longer commute for lower rent, the western and southern parts of the city often give better value.

Transport and commuting

Turin has a dense urban transport network run by GTT, with buses, trams, suburban services, and an automatic metro. That makes it realistic to live outside the immediate centre and still reach most UniTo sites efficiently.

For students, the practical rule is:

• metro plus tram is best for central flexibility
• tram-heavy areas are often ideal for humanities and economics
• southern and western neighbourhoods can be good value if your campus is on a direct line

If you live in Turin year-round, an Under 26 GTT pass can be worth checking, especially if you are under 26 and expect to travel daily.

Booking timeline for September 2026

For a September intake, the best timeline is:

1. October to January - shortlist neighbourhoods and decide whether you want EDISU, Collegio Einaudi, or private housing.
2. February to April - prepare documents, funding evidence, and any application steps for public housing.
3. May to July - actively hunt for private rooms if you did not secure a residence place.
4. July to August - sign only after verifying the contract, deposit, move-in date, and included bills.
5. Late August to early September - confirm transport, keys, and arrival logistics.

The biggest mistake is waiting until the last two weeks before classes. In Turin, the best rooms near the right campus do not stay open for long.

Safety and scam checks

Use the same checklist every time you book:

• Never pay a deposit without a written contract or proper booking document.
• Check the exact address against your campus commute.
• Ask whether bills, internet, and bedding are included.
• Confirm if the room is private, shared, or a studio.
• Watch for listings that are vague about the landlord, the building, or the move-in date.
• If a room is described as "near university", verify the actual walk or tram time.

If possible, ask for a video tour or a live viewing before you commit.

International student notes

UniTo has dedicated support for international students, including an International Welcome Office, an Infopoint, and student help desks. That is useful if you are arriving from abroad and need help with housing, residence permits, or settling into the city.

If you are an international student, your housing plan should include:

• a temporary arrival option if your main room is not ready
• enough time to finish paperwork
• a short-list of backup neighbourhoods
• a transport plan from your first address to your department

What to pack and what is usually provided

In many residences and student flats, you should expect the basics, but not everything.

Usually provided:

• bed frame and mattress
• desk and chair
• wardrobe or storage
• internet access in many residences

Usually worth bringing or buying after arrival:

• bedding and towels
• extension lead and charging cables
• simple kitchenware
• a floor lamp if the room lighting is weak
• winter layers, because Turin gets cold enough to matter

Final recommendation

If you want the simplest answer, it is this: live as close as you reasonably can to your campus cluster, then pick the cheapest option that still keeps your commute short and reliable.

For most University of Turin students, that means:

• Centro or Vanchiglia for humanities and central departments
• Crocetta, San Paolo, or Lingotto for economics and southern access
• Grugliasco-side housing for agriculture and veterinary students
• EDISU or Collegio Einaudi if you want a more structured housing route

The right room in Turin is the one that makes your day easier, not just the one with the lowest headline price.