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With a buzzing atmosphere, plenty of student venues and well-known shopping centres – the city centre is an ideal option for Birmingham students who want to be where the noise is. On top of this – affordable accommodation and excellent nightlife make Birmingham city centre hugely desirable for students.
So, let’s find out what you should consider when choosing a student property in the city centre, and how much it is likely to cost you to rent in the centre.
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Read the benefits of choosing to live in Birmingham city centre.
Read how much you can expect to pay in Birmingham city centre.
Read your options of accommodation in the city centre and what to consider when choosing a student property.
Home to landmarks such as the famous Bullring shopping centre, Grand Central and Victoria Square, the city centre packs itself with exciting things to do. In Birmingham city centre, you’re sure to find something going on whenever you step outside your doorstep. Offering a lively economy, some very affordable living and a busy atmosphere, the popularity of Birmingham’s city centre comes as no surprise. There are 65,000 students in Birmingham, ensuring great student deals at restaurants, bars, cafes and cinemas.
Like most cities, Birmingham city centre accommodation tends to be more expensive to rent than in other areas of Birmingham. However, if you are after a busy lifestyle in the city and want to be surrounded by the hustle and bustle, it may be worth paying that bit extra.
Student properties in Birmingham city centre tend to cost between £130 to £280, depending on the type of accommodation you opt for. To save money, we recommend sharing a house or flat with other students rather than renting on your own.
Are you worried about the cost of bills, or how you are going to split them amongst your housemates? Find out how we can help here!
As mentioned above, the cost of the rent in the city differs slightly in comparison to other areas. Consider your budget closely – as well as your preferred living arrangements. If you want to cut down the cost of rent, it may be worth looking at other areas in Birmingham to live. Read about your other options in Birmingham here.
Living in the city centre means you will never be short of things to do. However, it is always an added bonus if you are in walking distance of a shop, affordable restaurants and bars. Before you choose a property, always have a look at the surrounding area!
Though the city centre is full of different options of public transport – Birmingham is a large city, and you want to make sure you are close to travel lines. This is particularly crucial if your University is a stretch to walk to from the city centre. Birmingham is filled with buses, trams and trains – so make your life easier by finding a property close to a travel line.
Are you looking for a convenient location to rent? Have a look at this 4 bedroom student house, close to local transport links into the city centre!
Finally, one of the most important things to consider is whether your accommodation offers inclusive bills. Inclusive bills allow everything to be paid in one go, without the need to arrange multiple contracts. This can often result in disorganisation and potential conflict.
When it comes to non-inclusive bills, Split the Bills is a great tool. You will find an incredible range of bill packages to guarantee a stress-free, simple bill splitting process. These amazing packages provide you with the best, most cost-effective energy services for your accommodation.
However, when it comes to paying, Split the Bills handles all the organisation and payments on your behalf, so there is no confusion, conflict or hassle between flatmates. If you want the ease and bliss of having all your bills arranged and handled for you, then visit Split the Bills to get a price or find out more about the great packages on offer.
Don’t worry – Split The Bills can find the best and cheapest providers for you and bundle all your bills into one easy payment. This means you don’t have to have awkward conversations with your housemates about who’s sorting the electricity bill or how much the gas bill is. That way, you can enjoy the benefits of just having one easy-to-manage payment to make each month and spend more time enjoying student life!
Electricity. Gas. Broadband. Water. TV Licence.
All in one equally split monthly bill. Nice.