Housing

Housing choices

Parma has a wide range of housing choices to meet your personal preferences and budget. Most accommodation options in the city centre are apartments while larger family homes are more common in the outer zones. Generally, accommodation is cheaper in the suburbs, which are served by public transportation connections to the city centre. You can find an apartment online or through a real estate agent who acts on behalf of property owners. A “lease” or a “residential tenancy agreement” is a legal written contract between a tenant and a property owner. When you sign a contract, for example, to rent an apartment or to sign up for utilities, you should pay attention to the minimum contract period and the terms of notice. Discuss your utilities with your property owner including water, gas, heat, and electricity. You can find various real estate agencies with English sections online.

Students

The University of Parma can help you find a place to stay thanks to their  Welcome Office  . This service provides information and support for both Italian and international students and for visiting professors as regards their arrival in Italy and their stay in Parma. Ergo is the Regional Authority for the Right to Higher Education and it works very closely with the Universities to ensure that the needs of students are met.

Students hostel in Parma

For a short stay in town: The Student's Hostel L. Ferraris in Parma is located just 15 minutes away from the historical centre of the city and was completely renovated in 2021, before being included in the Student's Hostel circuit. It has 20 rooms, for a total of 95 accommodations; all equipped with private bathroom and heating. For more information

Waste collection and recycling

Recycling is a priority in Parma. To help the City of Parma recycle, residents must separate different types of waste and place them into colour-coded bags and bins, which are then collected on different days depending on where you live. You can find out the collection and recycling days in your neighbourhood For special materials and types of waste, you may need to walk to a nearby community bin to dispose of them. This applies to glass, used clothing, batteries and expired drugs. Please make sure to comply with the rules and make your duty to keep the city clean!