Hall • Every Student
Lucia Foster Welch
Royal Crescent Road, Near University, Southampton
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From £103 /week
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Student Accommodation Southampton
A seaside university town which manages to combine a big city experience with a village atmosphere and two great universities. Use our search engine for free to find student accommodation in Southampton.
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Halls in Southampton
Shared living in a managed building with onsite teams and some shared amenities.
Houses in Southampton
Share a house with a group of friends and save money. The popular next step after living in Halls.
Flats in Southampton
Similar to a house share, normally with one or two bedrooms.
Studios in Southampton
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
Southampton
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
Southampton
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.
Southampton
Flat
Southampton
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.
Southampton
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 Southampton as a student
A seaside university town which manages to combine a big city experience with a village atmosphere and two great universities.
The two universities in Southampton are the University of Southampton and Solent University. The University of Southampton was formed in 1862 and received a royal charter in 1952 and is now home to over 20,000 students. It is ranked in the top 100 research universities in the world, and the top 80 universities in the world by QS. It is also home to the National Oceanography Centre as well. Solent University is home to 17000 students and is strengths lie in design, consultancy and training. It is also home to the Warsash Maritime Academy, which offers training and certification in international shipping and off-shore oil.
When it comes to things to do, Southampton has plenty to keep you occupied. It is home to the longest surviving stretch of medieval walls in England, as well as lots of museums. If boats are your thing, the annual Southampton Boat Show is held in September each year on the city/s waterfront. There are two large theatres in the city as well, one of which has hosted many west end shows. There are also plenty of innovative art galleries where you can spend some time and plenty of musical venues.
Southampton is home to Southampton Football Club, which plays in the Premier League. Cricket is also a popular sport, played mostly at the Rose Bowl. There is also a city hockey club, Southampton Hockey Club which was formed in 1938. There are also plenty of opportunities for men and women to get involved in rugby too. Obviously, with its maritime heritage, it also offers great opportunities to get involved in water sports as well, with several marinas for you to choose from.
The city is also awash with options for your nights out as well. There are lots of stylish bars and cafes along Oxford streets, restaurants and pubs on Bedford Place, and cinemas in Leisure World. Whether it is a simple pint you crave or a sophisticated cocktail, Southampton has plenty to offer you.
Use our free search engine to find all types of student accommodation in Southampton.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you going to live and study in Southampton? Here are the most frequent questions asked by other students.
Most students look for shared housing in Southampton 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 Southampton will cost you £82 per week. A halls of residence will cost, on average £173 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 Southampton. 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 Polygon and Portswood.
In Southampton 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 Southampton. 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 Southampton halls of residence will not require a deposit at all, while on average the deposit in a shared house in Southampton will be £328.
All landlords and property managers in Southampton 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.
Southampton Universities
Southampton is home to both Solent University and The University of Southampton.
Solent University
Paving the way for students to make the best of themselves, Solent University allows its students to explore new ideas and develop their interests.
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University of Southampton
With a range of societies and a high employment rate among graduates, The University of Southampton provides great educational and extra curricular opportunities for all its students.
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