Home to one the world's leading most well reputed universities, Cambridge is one of the best places to live and study in the UK. Here you will find all types of student accommodation in Cambridge.
Home to one the world's leading most well reputed universities, Cambridge is one of the best places to live and study in the UK. Here you will find all types of student accommodation in Cambridge.
Cambridge offers students the chance to study in one of the world’s most recognised academic institutions and cities, whilst still enjoying that compact feeling, with all your necessities being easily accessible. The city is home to around 65,000 students split between two universities, and it combines academic excellence with historic surroundings and a strong student community.
Cambridge is well-known for its centuries of educational tradition, outstanding architecture and strong cultural life. It offers students the chance to explore museums, galleries, historic buildings and green spaces, which are all within walking or cycling distance from university campus. There are a few areas which are popular within the student community, including places like Mill Road, Chesterton, Histon Road and Castle Hill. They all offer a unique mix of accommodation, independent businesses and local character.
Market Square, Parker’s Piece, Jesus Green and Grantchester Meadows allow student life to stretch far from just lectures. They provide students with popular places to relax, socialise and wind down from long study days. Cambridge also has a strong social scene, with cafes, bars, live music venues and student nights attracting students from both universities.
A huge advantage in Cambridge is how easy it is to get around. Cycling remains the top choice of transport for many students, whilst the compact layout means that most areas are close by and still within walking distance.
For students seeking academic prestige, a welcoming atmosphere and plenty to explore outside the lecture hall, then Cambridge remains a standout choice, and might be the perfect one for you!
Most students look for shared housing in Cambridge 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.
The amount you pay will depend on the type of student accommodation you choose. A shared house in Cambridge will cost you £86 per week. A halls of residence will cost, on average £211 per week, but could cost more depending on what type of room you select.
Accommodation for Students has the widest range of student accommodation currently available in Cambridge. 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. Accommodation for Students has accommodation across the whole city including Girton and Milton.
In Cambridge 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.
Yes, a selection of the student accommodation listed on Accommodation for Students will offer short term stays. This is most often the case for halls of residence in Cambridge. Look out for the properties which have the short term let badge or filter your search by 'letting period'.
This will depend on the type of property you choose. The most anyone can legally charge is 5 weeks rent. Some accommodation in Cambridge halls of residence will not require a deposit at all, while on average the deposit in a shared house in Cambridge will be £344.
All landlords and property managers in Cambridge 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.
Cambridge Universities
Cambridge is home the The University of Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin University.
