4 bed house, Skerton
Broadway, Skerton, Lancaster, LA12BX
From£100pwBills included
Student Accommodation Lancaster
The highly regarded campus based University of Lancaster is the focal point of this attractive and student focused city.
Student Properties in Lancaster
4 bed house, Skerton
Norfolk Street, Skerton, Lancaster, LA12BP
From£95pwBills included
4 bed house, Lancaster
Albion Street, Lancaster, Lancaster, LA1 1DY
From£99pw
Luneside
Student hallCRM Students
Lancaster, LA1 5JT
From£119pwBills included
Virtual Tour
3 bed flat, City Centre
Tudor Court, City centre, Lancaster, LA11AR
From£130pwBills included
5 bed house, Skerton
Norfolk Street, Skerton, Lancaster, LA12BP
From£95pwBills included
4 bed house, Central
Springfield, Central, Lancaster, LA14XL
From£85pwBills included
St Leonard's House
Student hallHomes for Students
City Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1NN
From£122pwBills included
4 bed house, Scotforth
Newsham Road, Scotforth, Lancaster, LA14DH
From£95pwBills included
1 room available![4 bed house, Esthwaite Gardens, The ridge, Lancaster, LA13RG]()
4 bed house, The Ridge
Esthwaite Gardens, The ridge, Lancaster, LA13RG
From£90pwBills included
CityBlock Penny Street
Student hallCityBlock
City Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1XT
From£146pwBills included
Damside
Student hallCRM Students
Lancaster, LA1 1AW
From£127pwBills included
CityBlock Marton Street
Student hallCityBlock
City Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1XX
From£140pwBills included
Bailrigg Student Living
Student hallBailrigg Student Living
Lancaster, LA1 4XN
From£140pwBills included
99-101 Penny Street
Student hallHello Student
Lancaster, LA1 1XN
From£123pwBills included
Cable Street
Student hallThe Student Housing Company
City Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1BP
From£88pwBills included
Foundry Studios
Student hallPrestige Student Living
City Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1HD
From£155pwBills included
Caton Court
Student hallAparto Student
City Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1DN
From£125pwBills included
CityBlock Gillows
Student hallCityBlock
City Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1NS
From£150pwBills 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
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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
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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.
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House
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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
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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.
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Studio
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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.
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Homestay
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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.
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Bedsit
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A self-contained room, which includes most amenities but with shared bathroom facilities.
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Spare room
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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.
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Living in Lancaster as a student
The historic city of Lancaster is an ideal location for students; it is the perfect University location for many people because it is packed with historical architecture and excellent university experiences.
For many students, including those from overseas, the University of Lancaster provides an excellent balance between educational excellence and an impressive student lifestyle. The city has a small train station, excellent bus services but it's also the ideal city for walking and cycling around with lots of secure places to leave bikes in town and on the University campus.
The University also offers excellent facilities, which are used by local people as well, including a cinema on the campus and lots of societies with a focus on sports. Indeed, the University of Lancaster also offers good accommodation with their halls winning the 'best university halls' title in the National Student Survey several times. There is also good provision for students wanting private accommodation as well. The University has invested heavily in its infrastructure and facilities so most of the campus is modern and well designed. Off-campus, there's a lot for students to do with excellent nightlife including bars and restaurants and for those who want to venture a little further, then Blackpool is within easy reach.
Here you will find details of private rented accommodation offered by private landlords/letting agents in Lancaster including: student houses, student flats/apartments in Lancaster, bed-sits in Lancaster and private halls of residence in Lancaster.
Lancaster Student Guide
If you want to study in a small city packed with entertainment, history and culture, Lancaster is the perfect place for you to go to university.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are you going to live and study in Lancaster? Here are the most frequent questions asked by other students.
When is the best time to look for accommodation in Lancaster?
Most students look for shared housing in Lancaster 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 Lancaster?
The amount you pay will depend on the type of student accommodation you choose. A shared house in Lancaster will cost you £83 per week. A halls of residence will cost, on average £127 per week, but could cost more depending on what type of room you select.
What is the best way to search for accommodation in Lancaster?
Accommodation for Students has the widest range of student accommodation currently available in Lancaster. 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 The Ridge and Bath St.
How long does a tenancy agreement last for?
In Lancaster 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 Lancaster?
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 Lancaster. 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 Lancaster halls of residence will not require a deposit at all, while on average the deposit in a shared house in Lancaster will be £332.
How can I make sure I get my deposit back at the end of my tenancy?
All landlords and property manages in Lancaster 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.
Lancaster Universities
Lancaster is home to one major university.
