Finding a Place to Live

Apartments are widely available and prices tend to be slightly lower than other big European cities. In general, a decent one bedroom apartment will cost about 1,000 euros a month. Prices change based on location and amenities. Near the school costs will be slightly lower.

Newbies biggest challenge is that they arrive in August. Most of Rome (including real estate agents and landlords) are on vacation in August.

The school will pay for up to 10 days (9 nights) in B&B Iannus while you look for a place. Many teachers choose to just book an AirBnB for the month of September. It may be convenient to rent an AirBnB for 3-4 weeks following your stay at the B&B Iannus, in order to ensure that you have enough time time to (and con calma!) find the right place for you.

Most people use online resources to find apartments. Keep in mind that realtors charge a fee to you if they show you a place that you end up renting. This fee is generally equal to one month's rent. You are also generally asked to put down a deposit of 2-3 month's rent, especially if using a realtor.

Online resources:

• Immobiliare.it
• Easystanza.it (in Italian-for rooms)
• Casa.it
• Craigslist (be careful about scams)
• Portaportese.it
• idealista
• AirBnB (many have had luck finding a place here by contacting landlords and inquiring if they are interested in a long-term renter)
• Roma Rentals
• Spot a Home
• Wanted in Rome
• Subito.it

Neighborhoods of Rome

Cassia and Tomba di Nerone- A residential area around the school. The main street (which was an ancient road to Rome) is called Cassia and is known for heavy traffic. The main advantage of this are is that you can walk to school. There is a great supermarket and many small bars and restaurants.

Ponte Milvio, Fleming, and Vigna Clara. Residential areas just down the hill from the school. Ponte Milvio offers a central square that is very lively with good restaurants and bars. It is known as a party zone and it gets very busy before and after football matches. This area offers an Italian experience without being in a touristy zone. The architecture is not as beautiful as the more central parts of Rome. It is between school and historical center. The commute to school is about 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic and proximity to bus stop.

Flaminia, Corso Francia- Flaminia area is close to the stadium (Stadio Olimpico) and near the tram which goes to Piazza del Popolo and close to Ponte Milvio. Corso Francia is close to Ponte Milvio, and is a busy stree with lots of shops on it.

Prati- Another residential area where you will find beautiful Roman architecture, great restaurants, and easy access to the historic center and metro A. The commute is about 20 to 40 minutes. Many expats live here and the prices are generally a little higher than Cassia, but there are great markets and many shops you will find you need! Located near Vatican city.

Trastevere-Trastevere is an old Roman neighborhood with restaurants, bars, and a vibrant night life. It is popular with tourists. It is across the river (lungotevere) from the historical center. Most apartments are small with higher rents.

Portuense, Monteverde Vecchio (not Nuovo!)- Pretty close to Trastevere (10-15 minutes with the tram)

San Giovanni- Central but not right downtown in the historic center, easy access to the Metro A/C lines.

Historic Center (Campo de' Fiori, Piazza Navona, Piazza del Popolo, Fontana di Trevi, Monti, etc)- Charming, beautiful and tends to be more expensive. Easy to get around with many buses and the tram 8 line, and metro.