1 bed studio, Aston
Hanley Street, Aston, Birmingham, B193SP
From£185pwBills included
Student Accommodation Birmingham
With five universities and 65,000 students, this dynamic, well located city remains a popular place to study. Find all types of student accommodation in Birmingham including studios, houses, flats and halls.
Student Properties in Birmingham
1 bed studio, Aston
Hanley Street, Aston, Birmingham, B193SP
From£195pwBills included
1 bed studio, Aston
Hanley Street, Aston, Birmingham, B193SP
From£205pwBills included
88 Bromsgrove House
Student hallPrestige Student Living
City Centre, Birmingham, B5 6QB
From£165pwBills included
1 bed studio, Hockley
Bridge Street West, Hockley, Birmingham, B192YX
From£160pwBills included
6 bed house, City Centre
Uxbridge Street, City Centre, Birmingham, B193XH
From£95pw
2 rooms available![4 bed house, Fashoda Road, Selly park, Birmingham, B297QB]()
4 bed house, Selly Park
Fashoda Road, Selly park, Birmingham, B297QB
From£104pwBills included
Studios 51
Student halliQ Student Accommodation
City Centre, Birmingham, B4 7AG
From£170pwBills included
Inc. Short Term Lets Virtual Tour
5 bed house, Selly Park
Pershore Road, Selly Park, Birmingham, B29 7PU
From£103pw
4 bed house, Harborne
Metfield Croft, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 0NN
From£109pw
2 bed flat, Edgbaston
City Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B17 8LN
From£110pw
Canalside
Student hallHomes for Students
Central, Birmingham, B19 3SJ
From£126pwBills included
1 bed house, BIRMINGHAM
RM2, 275 HUBERT ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, BIRMINGHAM, B29 6RA
From£100pw
7 bed house, Birmingham
36 NORTH ROAD, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AW
From£110pw
1 bed house, Birmingham
APARTMENT, 37 ROYAL ARCH APARTMENT, THE MAILBOX, W, Birmingham, Birmingham, B1 1RB
From£520pw
true Birmingham
Student hallTrue Student
Birmingham, B5 4SG
From£184pwBills included
1 bed house, Birmingham
RM5, 36 NORTH ROAD, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AW
From£100pw
7 bed house, Birmingham
18 NORTH ROAD, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AW
From£100pw
1 bed studio, BIRMINGHAM
123 FORMANS ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, BIRMINGHAM, B11 3AX
From£127pw
Bagot Street
Student hallCollegiate AC
Near University, Birmingham, B4 7AY
From£139pwBills included
1 bed studio, Birmingham
966 Pershore Road, Selly Pak, B29 7PU, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 7PU
From£139pw
1 bed flat, Birmingham
36 Royal Arch Aprtments The Mailbox, Birmingham, Birmingham, B1 1RG
From£346pw
4 bed house, Birmingham
82 Manillaroad, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 7PY
From£90pw
Brook Studios
Student hallHello Student
Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6BD
From£137pwBills included
1 bed house, Birmingham
RM2, 36 NORTH ROAD, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AW
From£80pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
57 North Rd, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AN
From£140pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
317 Vicarage Road, S1, Birmingham B14, Birmingham, Birmingham, B14 7NN
From£139pw
Selly Oak Court
Student hallCRM Students
Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6LA
From£130pwBills included
Inc. Short Term Lets Virtual Tour
1 bed studio, Birmingham
317 Vicarage Road, Kings Keath, Birmingham B14, Birmingham, Birmingham, B14 7NN
From£139pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
17 North Rd, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AN
From£162pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
100 Dale Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AG
From£162pw
Cadnam Hall
Student hallCRM Students
Harborne, Birmingham, B17 0PX
From£119pwBills included
Video Tour
1 bed studio, Birmingham
57 North Rd, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AN
From£140pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
17 North Rd RM7, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AN
From£162pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
100 Dale Rd, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AG
From£162pw
800 Bristol Road
Student hallPrestige Student Living
Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6BD
From£220pwBills included
1 bed studio, Birmingham
100 Dale Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 STUDIO 1, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AG
From£162pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
966 Pershore Road, Selly Pak, B29 7PU, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 7PU
From£139pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
317 Vicarage Road, Kings Keath, Birmingham B14, Birmingham, Birmingham, B14 7NN
From£139pw
Bentley House
Student hallThe Student Housing Company
City Centre, Birmingham, B4 7AU
From£144pwBills included
1 bed studio, Birmingham
24 Dale Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AG
From£162pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
17 North Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AN
From£162pw
1 bed studio, Birmingham
100 Dale Rd, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 6AG
From£162pw
Kensington House
Student hallPrestige Student Living
Queensway, Birmingham, B1 1LN
From£170pwBills included
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Not sure what type of accommodation is right for you?
AFS always has the widest choice of student accommodation available. To help you find the right place to live, read our brief guide to the different types of accommodation below.
University Hall
Birmingham
University residences which are generally full of first year undergraduates are a great way to adjust to living away from home and making new friends. Uni halls are usually located close to campus.
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Private Halls
Birmingham
Generally offer a higher level of amenities than University Halls, at higher rents. Will be home to a more diverse mix of students and normally located close to campus.
Birmingham
House
Birmingham
A house share with a group of friends is often the lowest cost option and popular as the next step after living in Halls. Typically located in student friendly areas which require some travel to University.
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Flat
Birmingham
A flat or apartment is similar to a house share on a smaller scale and will normally have one or two bedrooms. Ideal for smaller groups or couples.
Birmingham
Studio
Birmingham
Either a premium room in a Private Hall of Residence or a self-contained flat or apartment where all of the amenities are in one space. Typically the most expensive option.
Birmingham
Homestay
Birmingham
A room in a house where the landlord or owner currently lives. A good option if you are not too concerned about living with other students and are budget conscious.
Birmingham
Bedsit
Birmingham
A self-contained room, which includes most amenities but with shared bathroom facilities.
Birmingham
Spare room
Birmingham
A room available in a house share, where a group of existing housemates want to fill an empty room. A good way of getting the benefits of a house share without an established group of friends.
Birmingham
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Living in Birmingham as a student
Birmingham is home to not one, not two, but three major Universities: the University of Birmingham, Birmingham City University and Aston University. It is also home to two university colleges as well, namely University College Birmingham and Newman University. This means that it has the second-highest student population in the UK – coming a very close runner up to London.
The University of Birmingham is a Russell Group University offering a wide range of courses for all levels of study. With over 300 undergraduate courses, 600 postgraduate taught courses, 150 Postgraduate research courses and a distance learning offering as well there is sure to be something that catches your eye. Birmingham City University is ranked 6th in the UK for employability of graduates, with 97% of their students being employed or in further study within 6 months of leaving – so you know attending here is worth the cost. Their Student Union also has a wide range of diverse and exciting entertainment on offer for those times when you want a rest from studying.
Student life at Aston University is similar to that you would find at any University in a large town, with a thriving global multicultural community. It was recently awarded Gold, the highest possible accolade, in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) because many of the students attending achieved consistently high outcomes.
We know that student life is not all about studying though and if you do choose to go to one of Birmingham’s illustrious places of higher education you will also get access to a wide range of amenities in the local area as well. In fact, there is so much to see and do in Birmingham, it is hard to know where to start! From amazing attractions such as Cadbury World to awesome shopping experiences at the Bullring, and even delicious dining in the world-famous Balti triangle.
As for nightlife, Birmingham’s pubs and clubs are some of the finest in the country. There really is something for everyone, from crafty independent bars to swanky cocktail bars and everything in between. Some of our favourite areas include Brindleyplace, Southside, Digbeth and the Jewellery Quarter.
Birmingham Student Guide
A thriving hub of multicultural activity and home to a lively music scene, Birmingham is the perfect student destination. The UK’s second city has something for everyone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are you going to live and study in Birmingham? Here are the most frequent questions asked by other students.
When is the best time to look for student accommodation in Birmingham?
Most students look for shared housing in Birmingham from October, although there will be student accommodation available all year round. First year and international students generally start looking in January for halls of residence.
How much does student accommodation cost in Birmingham?
The amount you pay will depend on the type of student accommodation you choose. A shared house in Birmingham will cost you £93 per week. A halls of residence will cost, on average £176 per week, but could cost more depending on what type of room you select.
What is the best way to search for student accommodation in Birmingham?
Accommodation for Students has the widest range of student accommodation currently available in Birmingham. This includes halls of residence, house shares, flats and apartments. You can enquire directly to your chosen accommodation or get more support through our live help team. AFS has accommodation across the whole city including Selly Oak and Solihull.
How long does a tenancy agreement last for?
In Birmingham the standard length of contract is 46 weeks. However it is possible to have a longer or shorter agreement than this. Some halls of residence will only offer a 50 or 52 week tenancy agreement for example.
Is it possible to have a short term or summer only contract in Birmingham?
Yes, a selection of the student accommodation listed on AFS will offer short term stays. This is most often the case for halls of residence in Birmingham. Look out for the properties which have the short term let badge or filter your search by ‘letting period’.
How much do I have to pay for a deposit?
This will depend on the type of property you choose. The most anyone can legally charge is 5 weeks rent. Some accommodation in Birmingham halls of residence will not require a deposit at all, while on average the deposit in a shared house in Birmingham will be £372.
How can I make sure I get my deposit back at the end of my tenancy?
All landlords and property manages in Birmingham are legally required to protect your deposit in a legally recognised tenancy deposit scheme. If you take care of your student accommodation you should have no problem getting your money back. You can check out some further information right here.
Birmingham Universities
Birmingham is home to five universities, including Aston University, Newman University and Birmingham City University.
Aston University
Located in Birmingham City Centre, Aston University dates back to 1895. Today the student population at Aston is over 14,000.
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University College Birmingham
The University College Birmingham, is one of five higher education institutions in Birmingham. It is renowned for its vocational courses in hospitality, management and catering.
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Newman University
Newman University is based on a single-site campus on Birmingham which focuses on interactive teaching, personal wellbeing and high academic standards.
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University of Birmingham
Located in the city of Birmingham, the university has the 4th largest student population in the UK and has one of the largest medical schools across Europe.
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Birmingham City University
In the city of Birmingham, this university has a lot to offer, it is the second largest of 5 universities within the city and is known for its outstanding Health and Social care courses.
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Student Areas in Birmingham
- Acocks green
- Alum rock
- Aston
- Balsall Heath
- Bearwood
- Birchfield
- Bordesley Village
- Bournville
- Central
- City Centre
- Cotteridge
- Edgbaston
- Erdington
- Great Barr
- Hall Green
- Hands
- Handsworth
- Handsworth Wood
- Harborne
- Hockley
- Kings Heath
- Kings Norton
- Kingstanding
- Longbridge
- Marston Green
- Moseley
- Near University
- Nechells
- Northfield
- Oldbury
- Perry Barr
- Quinton
- Sandwell
- Selly Oak
- Selly Park
- Small Heath
- Smethwick
- Solihull
- Stechford
- Stirchley
- Sutton coldfield
- Walsall
- Weoley Castle
- West midlands
- Witton
- Yardley