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Founded in 1902 as Italy's first university to award a degree in economics, Bocconi University is one of Europe's most prestigious institutions for economics, finance, management and law, with around 15,000 students and a famously international community. Its main campus sits on Via Sarfatti 25, in the Porta Lodovica area between Porta Romana and the lively Navigli district, a compact urban site a short walk from central Milan. With a modern campus, a large network of halls of residence and a global reputation, Bocconi anchors one of the city's most attractive student quarters.
According to the Spotahome Rent Index 2026, these are the available accommodation in Milan options and their average price by property type.
| Available accommodation | Total | Average price |
|---|---|---|
| Rooms in Milan | +4,000 | 720 € |
| Apartments in Milan | +2,900 | 1,815 € |
| Studios in Milan | +1,100 | 1,350 € |
These are the four areas closest to the Via Sarfatti campus, chosen for their proximity to Bocconi and the amount of accommodation available nearby:
Across these four neighbourhoods there are more than 750 properties available near Bocconi University, and every Spotahome listing is fully furnished and ready to move into the day you arrive.
Bocconi is best known for its economics, finance, management and data science programmes, taught with a strong international focus and a large catalogue of English-language degrees. Its student body is intensely international, so the surrounding Porta Romana and Navigli areas are well used to welcoming people from abroad. The Via Sarfatti campus is a modern, walkable cluster of teaching buildings, libraries, a sports centre and halls of residence, all a short stroll from the centre of Milan. For programme details, dates and admissions, the official Bocconi website is the best reference.
Bocconi runs one of Italy's largest exchange networks, with partner schools worldwide and a big incoming Erasmus community each year, all coordinated through its exchange programmes office. Living in Milan as an exchange student means Italy's most international city: fashion, design, an intense cultural calendar, efficient public transport and a young population spread across several major universities. Student associations and the city's ESN network run constant trips, aperitivos and socials, which makes settling in quick and easy.
The Via Sarfatti campus sits just south of the centre and is quick to reach:
The top student areas combine a genuine young scene with a short walk or tram ride to the Via Sarfatti campus.
For nightlife and canals, Ticinese and Navigli lead; for an elegant, central base, Porta Romana is a strong pick.
The Spotahome Rent Index 2026 gives clear price ranges for the neighbourhoods around the campus.
| Accommodation type | Average price | Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Room in a shared flat | 787 € - 960 € | 331 |
| Studio | 1,427 € - 1,760 € | 125 |
| Whole apartment | 2,000 € - 2,146 € | 302 |
A room in a shared flat is by far the most popular choice near Bocconi, with the largest number of listings and the friendliest prices for a student budget in this central area. If you would rather have your own space, a studio in Ticinese is a lively, self-contained option close to campus, with an average price around 1,427 € and bills included in a share of listings, so check what each monthly figure covers.
Start early, because Milan's rental market is fast and competitive.
A search in late spring or early summer is the calmest way to secure a good room.
Every home goes through a listing verification process before it goes live, so the photos and details match the real property.
It is a practical safety net when you are booking a home from abroad.
The deposit is set by each landlord, usually one or two months' rent.
Check the listing before booking to see which option applies.
No, you do not need a local guarantor or an Italian payslip to book.
Having these ready in advance keeps the last step quick and smooth.
Your monthly rent always includes the rent, the property tax and the building service charges. Utilities like electricity, gas, water and Wi-Fi are included in a good share of the listings, but not all landlords add them: in some flats you'll see a fixed monthly amount on top. Personal items and food are never included. Optional services such as a parking spot or weekly cleaning are usually billed separately. Take a careful look at each listing's description to see exactly what each property covers.
Spotahome is the ideal platform for Bocconi University students because it offers:
Spotahome has been helping students find accommodation since 2014, and more than 200,000 have already booked with us.
