The best neighbourhoods to rent in Toulon, from Le Mourillon by the sea to quieter family areas, with typical rents and the rules to know.
If you are looking for the best neighbourhoods to rent in Toulon, the names that come up most often are Le Mourillon and Cap Brun to the east, near the sea; the city centre and the Haute-Ville around the station; and Pont-du-Las to the west for tighter budgets. In between, quieter residential areas such as Siblas, Les Darboussèdes, La Serinette and Saint-Jean-du-Var suit families, with schools and local shops close by.
Toulon is a city of tenants and flats. INSEE counted 179,116 residents in 2023; 53.5% of main residences are rented and flats make up 79.2% of all homes. Demand comes from students, Navy personnel linked to the naval base, young professionals and families, and it peaks between June and September.
Your choice will mostly come down to three things: how close you want to be to the sea, how long your commute is, and the rent you can afford. Below you will find what each area offers, what renting costs and the rules worth knowing before you sign.
A former fishing village east of the centre, Le Mourillon has kept its narrow streets, colourful houses and market, and its beaches and marina are within walking distance. It is the most sought-after area in Toulon, popular with young professionals, families and retired people alike, and well-priced flats are often let within a few days. SeLoger put the average rent for a flat here at €14.70 per m² in October 2025, with listings ranging from €10.20 to €23.10 per m² depending on the view and condition.
Further east, between small coves and pine woods, Cap Brun offers open sea views and the coastal path. Most homes to let are larger flats and houses, and rents are among the highest in the city. It is a choice of setting rather than convenience: expect to need a car.
The centre holds a large share of the city's studios and one-bedroom flats, close to the shops, the station and the port, and it is the most practical area if you live without a car. The historic Haute-Ville next door offers a wider mix of homes at mid-range rents. As in any old town, building quality varies a lot from one street to the next, so check insulation, noise and the state of the building carefully.
West of the centre, Pont-du-Las is a busy, mixed neighbourhood with its own market and quick access to the motorway. It is one of the most affordable parts of Toulon, with a good choice of one- and two-bedroom flats, and a sensible option if you work in the west of the urban area.
Siblas is a residential area a short walk from the centre and the station, well served by buses, with schools, local shops and green spaces. Les Darboussèdes, between Siblas and La Serinette, has a genuine local life, with schools, nurseries and sports facilities such as the Léo-Lagrange stadium.
La Serinette, often cited among the most popular rental areas in Toulon, is quiet and residential, with good access to schools and everyday services. Saint-Jean-du-Var, in the east of the city, appeals to families looking for more space and a calmer setting while staying well connected to the centre.
According to the Var rent observatory (OLV), the median private-sector rent across the Toulon urban area was €12.70 per m² per month in 2024, excluding charges. Advertised rents are higher: the national housing information agency ANIL put the average asking rent for a flat in Toulon at €14.40 per m² including charges (€16.60 for a studio or one-bedroom flat, €13.20 for larger flats), and SeLoger reported €15.18 per m² in September 2026. Typical monthly rents, excluding charges, are:
Add €50 to €150 a month in service charges for a standard flat, and around €80 to €150 for electricity and internet. The highest rents are in Le Mourillon, Cap Brun and the Haute-Ville, the lowest in Pont-du-Las.
Allow three to eight weeks of active searching. With a complete application (ID, last three payslips, latest tax notice, guarantor documents) you can often secure a flat in three to four weeks; without a guarantor or with self-employed income, plan for six to eight weeks or more. Budget €2,500 to €4,500 on arrival for the deposit, the first month's rent, any agent fees and moving costs.
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