Apartments and rooms near CEU UCH Valencia

Best known for its health sciences, the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera (CEU UCH) teaches medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, pharmacy, nursing and communication, with a strongly international, English-friendly intake of around 9,000 students. Its main campus sits in Alfara del Patriarca, just north of Valencia, a quiet, green setting a short metro ride from the city. Most students live in Valencia itself and commute out to the campus, enjoying city life alongside their studies.

According to the Spotahome Rent Index 2026, these are the available accommodation in Valencia options and their average price by property type.

Best neighbourhoods near the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera

Since the campus is in Alfara del Patriarca, most students base themselves in Valencia and commute out by metro. These are the four areas that combine a good commute with the most accommodation available:

• Benimaclet: a lively student neighbourhood in the north of the city, on metro line 1 with a direct ride to the campus, and the friendliest prices. Apartments in Benimaclet average around 1,699 €, while shared rooms sit close to 420 €.
• Algirós: the university quarter just east, packed with students and shared flats and well linked north. Apartments in Algirós average around 1,600 €, with rooms near 425 €.
• El Pla del Real: an elegant, central district home to Mestalla and leafy avenues, an easy metro hop to the campus. Apartments in Mestalla average around 1,750 €, with rooms near 444 €.
• Ciutat Vella: the historic centre for those who want city life on the doorstep, with the metro a short walk away. Apartments in Ciutat Vella average around 1,600 €, with rooms near 475 €.

Across these four neighbourhoods there are more than 1,800 properties within easy reach of the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera, and every Spotahome listing is fully furnished and ready to move into the day you arrive.

What you should know about the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera

CEU UCH is a private university with a clear focus on health sciences, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary science and pharmacy, plus communication and education, with many degrees taught fully in English and a large international cohort. Its Alfara del Patriarca campus is modern and green, set just outside the city and connected by Metrovalencia, so students get a calm study environment while living in Valencia. The commute is short and direct, leaving the centre, the Turia gardens and the beach all within reach after class. For programmes, dates and admissions, the official CEU UCH website is the best reference.

Erasmus Life at the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera and in Valencia

CEU UCH works with partner universities across Europe and beyond and welcomes a sizeable exchange community each year, supported through its international office. Living in Valencia as an exchange student means a sunny, affordable Mediterranean city with beaches, the Turia gardens, a lively food scene and a big student population spread across several universities. Student associations and the city's ESN network run constant trips, beach days and socials, which makes settling in quick and easy.

How to get to the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera from Valencia city centre

The Alfara del Patriarca campus is a short, direct trip from the city:

• Metro line 1: runs north from the centre and Benimaclet to Seminari-CEU and Alfara del Patriarca, right by the campus.
• Bus: MetroBus lines link northern Valencia with Alfara and Moncada.
• By bike or car: the campus is around 20 minutes from the centre, with parking on site.

Common questions (FAQ) about renting near the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera

Which are the best neighbourhoods for students near the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera in Valencia?

The top areas combine a genuine student scene with a direct metro ride to the Alfara campus.

• Benimaclet: the best-connected student neighbourhood, on line 1 straight to campus, with rooms in Benimaclet around 420 €, the friendliest prices nearby.
• Algirós: the university quarter full of students and shared flats, with rooms on Avenida Blasco Ibáñez and a quick link north.
• Ciutat Vella: central and lively for those who want city life, with rooms in Ciutat Vella near 475 € and the metro close by.

For the easiest commute, Benimaclet leads; for city life, Ciutat Vella is hard to beat.

How much does student accommodation near the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera cost?

The Spotahome Rent Index 2026 gives clear price ranges for the Valencia neighbourhoods students choose for the commute.

A room in a shared flat is by far the most popular choice among CEU UCH students, with the largest number of listings and the friendliest prices for a student budget. If you would rather have your own space, a studio in Benimaclet puts you on the metro line straight to campus, with bills included in a share of listings, so check what each monthly figure covers.

When should I start looking for accommodation near the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera?

Start early, because Valencia is a hugely popular student city and the well-connected neighbourhoods fill up fast.

• The academic year begins in September, so the best listings in Benimaclet and the north go over the summer.
• Booking two to three months ahead gives you the widest choice along the metro line to campus.
• Reserving online before you arrive lets you sign from home and move straight into a furnished flat.

A search in late spring or early summer is the calmest way to secure a good room.

How does Spotahome verify properties and what happens if the apartment doesn't match the listing?

Every home goes through a listing verification process before it goes live, so the photos and details match the real property.

• If the flat doesn't match the listing when you arrive, report it within the first 24 hours.
• The Spotahome team then helps resolve it, by mediating with the landlord or arranging alternative accommodation.

It is a practical safety net when you are booking a home from abroad.

How much deposit do I have to pay? And when is it returned?

The deposit is set by each landlord, usually one or two months' rent.

• On listings tagged "Deposit protected", if the landlord fails to return it within three months of move-out and you met the contract terms, Spotahome refunds it to you directly.
• Many properties also come with no deposit at all, and you can filter for these in the search.

Check the listing before booking to see which option applies.

Do I need a guarantor to rent on Spotahome?

No, you do not need a local guarantor or a Spanish payslip to book.

• To reserve, you usually only need your ID or passport, your acceptance letter or student or worker credentials, and a payment method.
• Once the landlord accepts your booking, they may request proof of solvency and a bank direct debit to finalise the contract.

Having these ready in advance keeps the last step quick and smooth.

What is included in the monthly rent? What is not?

The monthly price always covers the rent, the property tax and the building service charges. Many listings also bundle utilities (electricity, gas, water and Wi-Fi), although not every property does. Some apply a fixed monthly fee instead. Personal items and food are never part of the rent, and optional extras such as weekly cleaning or a parking space are usually charged on top. Read each listing carefully before booking to know exactly what's covered.

Why is Spotahome the best option for Erasmus and other students at the Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera?

Spotahome is the ideal platform for CEU UCH students because it offers:

• A wide choice for the commute: more than 1,800 homes in areas like Benimaclet, Algirós and Ciutat Vella, many a direct metro ride from the Alfara campus.
• Affordable options: over 1,200 rooms in shared flats, with an average price around 450 €/month and bills included in many cases.
• 100% online booking: you can rent from any country or city before you even arrive in Valencia.
• Flexible contracts: stays of 3 to 11 months, ideal for exchange terms, with room for shorter or longer periods too.
• Lower cost: commissions are lower than those of traditional estate agencies.

Spotahome has been helping students find accommodation since 2014, and more than 200,000 have already booked with us.