Private rented accommodation

Live independently at uni

Live independently at uni

Many of our students choose to live in private rented accommodation when they're studying.

A picturesque street with a row of charming houses, creating a harmonious and inviting neighborhood ambiance.

You'll be more independent than in a hall of residence and you'll have the chance to explore areas outside campus. Start your search as early as possible to make sure you have plenty of choice.

Finding a room

Finding a room

The student pad website is an excellent place to start your accommodation search. It features up-to-date details of rented accommodation, including landlords' contact details, details of rent and other relevant information. The website is updated all year round, so even if term has started, it is always worth having a look at the details posted here. The site also includes a message board facility, allowing you to see notices posted by other students about housing. Visit Middlesex Student Pad.

We suggest you confirm all the details shown on the website with the owner of any accommodation before accepting a room and signing a lease.

We also run a lively Facebook page, where students often post information about available rooms.

Get in touch

Email us or call +44 (0)20 8411 6121.

There are plenty of places available to rent near campus and many different options to consider with private rented accommodation.

Types of private rented

Types of private rented accommodation

This usually refers to renting a room in a house with a live-in landlord. Use of shared areas, for example, kitchens, lounges, toilets, or outside spaces, will be by informal agreement. You will usually have to pay a deposit to ensure you adhere to the terms and conditions of your tenancy agreement

Many of our mature students choose this option because it can suit people who prefer a quieter lifestyle. You will typically have to sign a contract for a minimum of six months before moving into a property, and will usually have to pay a non-refundable cash deposit.

If you need short-stay accommodation there are hotels, guesthouses, and bed and breakfast accommodation for a range of budgets across north London. For information and contact details, download our short stay accommodation list.

Most student accommodation is for single people or groups of friends (single rooms in shared accommodation).

If you have a family, you may want to use local letting agents to help you in your search for suitable rented accommodation. You can find a list of local letting agents on Middlesexstudentpad. You may also wish to contact the Nansen housing association that provides accommodation for overseas postgraduate students and their families, visit the Nansen Village website. Searching the many UK property search websites will also be very useful.

Rents, expenses and insurance

Rents, expenses and insurance

Depending on the area, the facilities available, and the general standard of accommodation, average rents vary between £180-250 per week. Unless you're living in lodgings, bills for gas, electricity and water are unlikely to be included, so you will be expected to pay these separately. As a full-time student, you may not have to pay council tax. Insurance to cover your personal possessions is advisable wherever you are living. You might also be required to provide the details of your UK guarantor if you are looking to rent out for the first time or your income does not exceed a specific amount. If you require a UK guarantor, we recommend applying for the Housing Hand Guarantor Service.

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