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108 Fore Street, Central, Exeter
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From £174 /week
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Student Accommodation Exeter
Home to one of the UK’s most highly regarded universities, Exeter is an ancient city, with a rich history and surrounded by stunning countryside. Here you will find all types of student accommodation in Exeter including student houses, flats and
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Halls in Exeter
Shared living in a managed building with onsite teams and some shared amenities.
Houses in Exeter
Share a house with a group of friends and save money. The popular next step after living in Halls.
Flats in Exeter
Similar to a house share, normally with one or two bedrooms.
Studios in Exeter
A self-contained flat where all of the amenities are in one space.
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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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Living in Exeter as a student
Exeter is an ancient city on the River Exe in Devon. The city is home to the University of Exeter which welcomes over 25,000 students each year. The university is right on the cusp of the city centre, with picturesque scenery and an ideal balance of city and rural life making Exeter an ideal place for students.
With students quantifying a large percentage of the city’s population, Exeter does have an incredibly successful accommodation provision. There are 60 halls of residence in the city, which include properties owned by the university and privately owned halls of residence. The university offers a variety of self-catered and catered accommodation available at both the Exeter and Penryn campuses, with various residences located further towards the city centre.
Private halls in Exeter are managed by recognised companies which are well-regarded for successfully operating student accommodation across the country. These halls vary from a single en-suite room with a shared kitchen all the way through to a private studio flat, with access to a variety of exclusive facilities. In addition to standard halls of residence there are other exciting accommodation options.
A house share is a particularly popular choice with both returning students of the University of Exeter, as well as students who feel that they are not suited to halls. Whether you are looking as an individual or as a group, Exeter has a lot of private student accommodation options available in the city centre and surrounding areas. There is also a good supply of flats and apartments, often situated in the central locations, for private or shared rental. This accommodation is usually administered through student letting agencies and by landlords who are highly recommended by the student population.
With over 20 years experience of helping students to find a place to live, accommodationforstudents.com will offer you supportive guidance in your search for accommodation. Our useful student guides can be read online, should you need any more information about the city. If you are ready to find accommodation, start your search on our website by considering the range of accommodation options we currently list. You can use our website to enquire directly with the accommodation or contact our team for any further support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you going to live and study in Exeter? Here are the most frequent questions asked by other students.
Most students look for shared housing in Exeter 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 Exeter will cost you £133 per week. A halls of residence will cost, on average £179 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 Exeter. 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 St James and St Sidwells.
In Exeter 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 Exeter. 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 Exeter halls of residence will not require a deposit at all, while on average the deposit in a shared house in Exeter will be £532.
All landlords and property managers in Exeter 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.
Exeter Universities
Exeter is home to one major university.
