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A lively street consisting mainly of flats designed as luxury student accommodation in Edinburgh. Based in a central location just north of the city centre and adjacent to Elm Row which is surrounded by a bevvy of cafes, restaurants and bars. Montgomery street park and London Road gardens provide open green space whilst being only a short walk away from some of the most popular nightlife venues.
View Brunswick properties →The city centre provides an instant burst of energy, life and culture. The most popular area for student living and student homes near Edinburgh University. Easy to navigate public transport connections make getting around the city and its neighbouring areas a breeze. You can be sure to find all the food, drink and nightlife you can handle on your doorstep leaving you spoilt for choice. No night or day will feel the same and the selection of student housing we have to offer is perfect to set you on your way.
View Edinburgh City Centre properties →Fountainbridge is an excellent area and a popular choice for student apartments in Edinburgh. Located just a short walk from the fantastic Princes Street and jam-packed full of local supermarkets, cafes, bars and gastro pubs. The Union Canal runs through Fountainbridge offering picturesque walking and cycling routes. You can also find a state of the art leisure centre, an IMAX cinema and a private gym.
View Fountainbridge properties →Edinburgh sits atop its hill as Scotland's capital, a historic city packed with culture and style. From Old Town and its medieval roots to the modern streets of the Georgian New Town, home to Scotland’s crown jewels, a beautiful skyline and cobbled streets filled with character. Boasting a top 20 world university and various leading institutions throughout the city, Edinburgh is a hotspot for student living. Before you browse our collection of student housing in Edinburgh, here are some of the most impressive highlights below:
Eating out or having a drink around town is some of the best Edinburgh has to offer, with a culinary delight of award-winning restaurants, swanky bars and cafes, local independent street food vendors and elegant cocktail lounges. You can get lost in this vibrant Scottish city and always discover something new. Packed with places to appeal to all tastes and budgets, wherever you choose to find student housing in Edinburgh, you will never be far from the things that matter.
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Leith is an atmospheric and trendy area of the city, with its independent vibe it was named one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods to live in. It is no surprise that you can find some of the best student houses in Edinburgh here. The area is lined with bars and cafes, a stunning waterfront, and features the Ocean Terminal shopping centre. With a strong local identity and photo-worthy spots at every corner, this is truly an excellent choice for student living.
View Leith Walk properties →Students can enjoy a thriving nightclub and live music scene, with regular DJ nights, gigs and festivals. Edinburgh’s liberal licensing policy allows for bars and pubs to take it up a notch and keep the party going until the early hours. All this whilst Edinburgh University Students Association runs the city’s biggest nightclub, alongside one of the largest Student Unions. You will find a nice blend of traditional dark pubs in Old Town, and modern stylish and trendy bars in New Town. Whatever takes your fancy, make sure you find the perfect student accommodation in Edinburgh.
A colourful and arty city with rich heritage and culture flowing through the streets. Edinburgh is home to some fantastic cultural establishments like the National Museum of Scotland, alongside the National Library of Scotland, and of course the Scottish National Gallery. You can't miss Edinburgh Castle looming over the city and its reputation for some of the best festivals in the world such as the Fringe which dominates as the largest international arts convention. Look no further than Edinburgh’s Old Town and New Town which are both listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Not one to be outdone when it comes to shopping, Edinburgh has it all. Luxury brands, high street stores, spacious malls, and off the beaten path quirky boutiques fill the streets with life and retail therapy. Princes Street offers a multitude of unique stores whilst opening up to picturesque views of Old Town and the Castle. For a more modern experience, you can visit St James Quarter where the retail centre has around 80 stores over four floors, and George Street provides that upmarket big brand experience and is one of the grandest streets in the city.

The University of Leeds was established in 1904 and has grown to become one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK. The University campus is a ten-minute walk from Leeds city centre and home to a cutting-edge fitness, sport, and wellbeing facility. Over 38,000 students currently choose to study here - including 12,000 international students.
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Recognised for high-quality teaching and research - The University of Liverpool is an internationally-acclaimed Russell Group University. An original ‘redbrick’ university, it’s ranked in the top 25 UK universities targeted by leading graduate employers. With a city-centre location, most student areas in Liverpool are convenient for students studying at the University of Liverpool. Take a look at StuRents' options for student accommodation in Liverpool city centre and surrounding areas.
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Durham University is a collegiate university - meaning that students gain membership to one of the university’s 13 colleges (a little like the Hogwarts house system!). It ranked in 6th place in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022 and 5th place in the Guardian University Guide in 2022. Students can choose from a wide range of over 200 undergraduate courses and over 100 postgraduate courses, with 26 departments based at the university. Durham University has also invested £40 million into a new Teaching and Learning Centre and £31 million in sports and wellbeing facilities - all to improve the student experience.
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The University of Nottingham is a multi-award-winning public research university with two main campuses in the Jubilee, and Queens Medical Centre, both based in the city with over 45,000 students enrolled here. Spanning far and wide outside of the UK, Nottingham University also has campuses in Malaysia and China.
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The University of Manchester is ranked 27th in the world and 6th in the UK - according to the QS World University Rankings 2022. The university is a member of the Russell Group and is currently investing £1 billion into its campus and student facilities. Located on the south side of Manchester, the university’s two main areas are based around Oxford Road and Sackville Street.
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The University of Newcastle Upon Tyne is a red brick university with over 28,000 students and offers around 175 undergraduate programmes. The main campus resides in central Newcastle near Haymarket, a convenient location for many of the student homes in Newcastle. The university has one of the largest EU research portfolios in the UK, has further expanded internationally as an overseas partner to the Singapore Institute of Technology, and opened a Medical School campus in Malaysia.
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An original 'redbrick' university, The University of Birmingham is part of the Russell Group. There are two main campus sites - Edgbaston & Selly Oak and the university’s estate is currently undergoing a £1 billion redevelopment programme over a ten-year period.
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Based across four campuses on the south coast of England, the University of Brighton has sites in Brighton and Eastbourne and is home to 18,000 students. The university has been part of the city since 1859, and 93% of students surveyed in the National Student Survey 2018 reported that they’re “very happy” with both their education and city life. Brighton was recently ranked in the UK student city's top ten (QS Best Student Cities 2019) and was also named the happiest city in England for students.
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Ranked joint first Modern University for Career Prospects in The Guardian University Guide 2021 and 2022, Coventry University is a great place to study. It boasts state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated schools for health, design and engineering laboratories, performing arts studios and computing centres. Coventry University has a city-centre campus, making it highly convenient for living in student accommodation in Coventry city centre, or any of the surrounding towns.
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The University of Leicester is the only UK University to win Times Higher Education awards for seven consecutive years. With over 16,000 students and strong ties to the Attenborough family, Leicester is one of the UK’s leading universities. There is plenty of student housing in Leicester located within walking distance or a short bus ride away from the University of Leicester.
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Standing at 15th in the top UK universities, The University of Sheffield strives for academic excellence, offering some of the highest quality education in the country. This Russell Group member prioritises student satisfaction and promotes nothing but growth. The university has also recently launched a #WeAreInternational campaign, meaning students can become part of an international community of peers.
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The University of Exeter has four campuses, comprising Streatham Campus - the heart of the university - located on the outskirts of the city (a 15-minute walk away) and St Luke’s Campus in Exeter town centre. Penryn Campus is the third campus, near Falmouth in Cornwall and the Truro Campus is the educational setting for University of Exeter Medical School students studying MSc Environment and Human Health. The University of Exeter is a Russell Group university well known for its sports studies and high levels of student satisfaction. It’s also a four-time recipient of the prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize.
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