Like all universities in the UK, Nottingham offers a wide range of different options when it comes to student accommodation.
It has various halls which are ideal for first-year students, including David Ross Housing, which is located on the University Park Campus; Broadgate Park situated near the Jubilee Campus (which provides both catered and self-catered accommodations); and Raleigh Park which is more modern student housing. These are just a few of the student halls available.
After their first year in Halls, most students are keen to move out and enjoy student life living together in a shared house.
In Nottingham, the most popular student area is Lenton. Lenton has the benefit of being both close to the City Centre (you can walk and it is on a good bus route) and also the University (again you can either walk or catch the bus here).
Lenton is close to both the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University campuses, making it convenient for students to access lectures, libraries, and other university facilities.
Why rent a house rather than live in halls?
Whilst halls are good for your first year when you don’t know anyone, there are various downsides to living in student halls. They are often expensive for the size of room that you get to enjoy.
Furthermore, there’s often more noise and disturbances when you live in these types of communal spaces. With so many people living close together, noise can be a significant issue. Late-night studying, parties, or simply different schedules can affect your ability to rest or concentrate. They also only tend to be available for first year students.
The tenants at Orange Student Properties report that they love moving into a shared, student house and especially enjoy the open plan living which has been designed with socialising in mind. It allows friends to study, eat and relax together.
With the right student rental property, you can make the most of everything Nottingham has to offer.
As a bustling city, Nottingham is renowned for its vibrant nightlife, along with historical attractions. These include the historic Nottingham Castle. It also boasts several galleries, theatres, and an amazing arts scene. The Nottingham Contemporary art gallery is a prominent cultural centre in the city.
Nottingham has a great sporting heritage, particularly in cricket, with Trent Bridge Cricket Ground being a famous venue for international matches. Nottingham Forest and Notts County are prominent football clubs.
Located in the East Midlands of England, this is an area famed for being historically and culturally rich.
It’s perhaps most famous for Sherwood Forest, the legendary home of Robin Hood. The Major Oak, a massive oak tree in Sherwood Forest, is said to have been Robin Hood's shelter.
The folklore of Robin Hood, the outlaw who robbed from the rich to give to the poor, is deeply ingrained in Nottinghamshire's history and is celebrated throughout the region.
Here's a guide to finding the best student rental properties in Nottingham.
As with any location in the UK, to find the ideal student property it’s vital to do research and plan ahead. For instance, if you have friends you wish to rent with, determine the number of bedrooms, budget, location preferences, amenities needed and rental duration.
As aforementioned, your choice of location is important. You ideally want to be in close proximity to your university campus, public transport, amenities, and safety are crucial factors.
Ensure the rent fits your budget and consider additional costs like energy costs, internet bills and council tax. It can help to ask questions about energy bills, furnishings, maintenance and any specific house rules or restrictions.
The rents at Orange Student Properties have been designed to be all inclusive and cover your gas, electricity, water, broadband and TV licence. This prevents any nasty surprise bills that you haven’t budgeted for. The good news is that students are exempt from paying Council Tax.
Always read a tenancy agreement thoroughly.
It’s important to review the tenancy agreement thoroughly before signing, understanding all terms, responsibilities, and the deposit scheme. Here at Orange Student Properties all our deposits are protected by the Deposit Protection Service, a Government Deposit Scheme.
It’s also vital to make sure a student rental property in Nottingham meets the latest safety standards. This includes checking it has gas and electrical certifications, which are required by law. Not only are our properties regularly checked, Orange Student Properties ensures all our accommodation has a burglar alarm, security lighting, smoke alarms in bedrooms, and locks on all bedroom doors.
Above is just one of our student properties available for rent in Nottingham. Orange Student Properties has houses with 5, 6 or 7 bedrooms and so we can cater for a range of different size groups. We also have houses next door to each other and can accommodate groups of 12 or 13. It’s great to live in a large group but sometimes it’s also nice to have a bit of peace and quiet. This arrangement can facilitate this.
For more information on any of our student rentals in Nottingham, simply contact our friendly team for more information.
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