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There is no question as to why Nottingham has become such a popular destination for students across the country. Aside from the university and campus itself, Nottingham is buzzing with things to do. The incredible city centre is overflowing with culture and creativity in the form of food, shops, and leisure. The city boasts multiple nature-filled parks, historic museums and art galleries. Of course, when it comes to students, a prime attraction is the ecstatic and electric nightlife, with multiple different clubs and bars to experience in the city.
If you’re unsure where to live in Nottingham and what type of accommodation to choose – don’t worry. Here, we provide tips on where to live in Nottingham and what type of accommodation to choose. We also discuss how a bill-splitting service can prevent arguments among your housemates over paying bills.
Click on a link to jump to that section:Find out what to consider when choosing a type of accommodation in Nottingham.
Read the popular student areas in Nottingham and how much it costs to rent in each area.
When you are choosing the correct student accommodation for you, it is important to consider several factors:
When it comes to houses vs. flats, flats are often less accessible for some people, so houses prove a better option. However, if you appreciate a view and prefer the modern feel of a flat – this could be the option for you.
Houses usually offer more overall space than flats, so keep this in mind also, especially if you are sharing. If you wish to live with flatmates, there are many multiple-bedroom housing/apartment accommodation options available. For instance, you could choose a six-bedroom apartment for large sharing, or possibly a four-bedroom house for a smaller group dynamic. If you are not sure on who you want to live with – there are house sharing options available where you can rent an individual room in an existing house/flat to be shared with others.
Alternatively – if you’d prefer to live on your own, you will find plenty of one-bedroom apartments or even two-bedroom options for those who want extra space.
Read our full guide to choosing an apartment here.View a large range of student properties here!
What shops, cultural hubs, restaurants and nightlife are available within walking distance?
You should also think about the walking distance (or bus ride) to Nottingham Trent University or the University of Nottingham so that you can access the campus easily.
Your budget will probably be the most important decider in where you decide to live!. Both options of a house share and living alone are available in Nottingham city centre, while there are fewer options for those looking for houses rather than flats.
Should you choose to live with housemates, you will also want to consider how you will pay the bills. Using a bill splitting service such as Split the Bills can help you if a landlord does not include bills in your rent. Split the Bills can help to take the stress out of splitting bills with housemates and prevent arguments over who pays what. You can easily get a price based on the best package for you.
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!
When you are looking to rent in Nottingham city centre, how much you spend will depend on the type of accommodation you select. While living in the city centre is one of the more expensive options for those at the University of Nottingham or Nottingham Trent University, it comes with many advantages, such as easy access to the campus and nightlife.
If you wish to live in a one-bedroom apartment in Nottingham city centre, you can expect to pay around £200 including bills. This allows you to have your own space; however, it is one of the more expensive options.
You can save some money by sharing a student property with at least one other person; a two-bedroom apartment could cost roughly £165 per person, including bills, while if you live in a three-bedroom apartment, the rent lowers again to around £140 including bills.
There are fewer options for houses in the city centre – however, there are plenty of high-rise apartment blocks offering accommodation for students who wish to live either alone or with others.
Find out more about choosing a student house in Nottingham city centre here.
Situated close to Nottingham city centre, Lenton is a stone’s throw away from a range of restaurants, shops and leisure options. Moreover, as night falls, students can enjoy the incredible nightlife that the city offers. The great bars and buzzing clubs offer opportunities for students to socialise and make amazing memories.
Lenton is a very popular destination for students, housing around 10,000 every year. In regard to price, it offers much cheaper accommodation due to it being situated just outside of the city centre. You also won’t have to spend much on public transport or car parking when you head into Nottingham. Prices may vary slightly depending on factors such as whether you opt for a flat or house and the number of rooms and bathrooms, but they mostly range between £130-£190 per person, per week (pppw).
For example, UniHomes is offering this two-bedroom house for £158 pppw. Compared to accommodation in the city centre, which has a £200 minimum price range, this is a more budget-friendly choice.
Just south of Lenton you’ll find Dunkirk, an area that has similarly become a student hotspot. Home to the main University of Nottingham campus, you’re within easy access to all your seminars and lectures, and just a short bus ride from the city centre. While it does have bars and nightlife, it’s a little quieter than Lenton and is home to Highfields Park, which has a tennis centre and hockey centre. Similar to Lenton, the average rent price is around £100-£120 a week.
Find out more about choosing the best area to live in our guide Choosing a student housing location in Nottingham.
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Electricity. Gas. Broadband. Water. TV Licence.
All in one equally split monthly bill. Nice.