Only a ten-minute stroll from the Arc de Triomphe and boutique-flanked Champs-Elysées, this studio apartment is certainly central. From shops and eateries to bars and metro stations, you'll have everything you need at your fingertips here. For a studio, we think it's pretty roomy. The kitchen is compact but has all the essentials to whip up easy meals. There isn't a sofa, though you'll find a couple of armchairs and a sumptuous bed when you’re in the mood to relax. Just note that the lift only reaches the fifth floor – we don’t think it’s a deal-breaker in this chic and well-connected location.

Home truths:
*This home is only available to those studying or travelling for work – you’ll need to provide proof from your university or employer.
*There's a lift in the building, but it only goes to the fifth floor. You'll need to climb stairs to reach this apartment on the sixth level.
*The kitchen is compact. We think it's best for rustling up lighter fare.
*There isn't a washing machine here, but there are dry cleaners and launderettes in the nearby area.