April Newsletter 2021

Our Finder's Fee is £150 in May

We like to reward our loyal current and former tenants. If you know of anyone who is still looking for University accommodation this year, now is a great time to take advantage of our finders’ fee offer. If you successfully refer a friend to stay with Unihousing you will receive a £150 Amazon Voucher.

Below you'll this months' handpicked studios and houses that are available to rent from July, as well as a selection of blogs that are designed to help you survive living at home for the time we have left in lockdown.

Cosy Student Studio Near to the University of Birmingham:
- Available for July 2021
- Low Deposit if Booked This Week
- Comes with High-Speed 100Mb Broadband

Only a 4-minute walk from the Edgbaston Campus.

This convenient student studio ticks all of the boxes for a student looking for a residence for 2021. The property consists of; a spacious double bed, a nicely sized desk area, a food preparation area, and a good supply of storage space.

This property also contains 100Mb broadband and low noise white goods. A modern ensuite shower or bathroom is also included, this provides privacy and comfort when living in your home away from home.

This property comes fully furnished, double glazed and is laminated throughout the property.

Communal areas within this modern property including the hall, stairs and landing are cleaned by Unihousing, so you only have to focus on your own area.

Students will feel at home while living in the student village of Selly Oak. It has been a student hub for many years, with many deals and offers aimed at students studying at the local university. There are also many takeaways and restaurants around the surrounding area, as well as leisure centres and other places of interest.

Selly Oaks locality to the University of Birmingham also makes it a popular place to settle as students are able to get to lectures without having to travel via transport. Finally, nightlife in Selly Oak is great if you enjoy a night of fun. Students can find a number of fantastic restaurants, pubs and clubs that offer a great place to socialise with a friend.

For students without a car at university, transport may be a big concern for you. Luckily, Selly Oak has two great forms of transport available. Local bus and train services can be found at the heart of Selly Oak offering travel to the city centre and the rest of the country.

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Property Improvements

At Unihousing we are constantly updating our properties to improve our accommodation for UoB students. The pictures below were both taken in our Bristol Road student accommodation near the University of Birmingham. If you have any suggestions to allow us to keep improving, please let us know.

Student Apartment for 1:
- Available July 2021
- Low Deposit if Booked This Week
- High-Speed 100Mb Broadband Included

Only a 10-minute walk to the University of Birmingham.

This wonderful North Road student studio is closely located to the University of Birmingham. Tenants can also enjoy free 100Mb broadband.

This luxury student flat consists of an open plan living area, as well as a convenient snack area, made complete with needed appliances. This property also comes with a beautiful up-to-date shower or bathroom. A fully fitted kitchen with quality low noise white goods is also supplied for residents to share.

The property is also fully furnished, as well as laminated throughout. It is also centrally heated and the windows are double glazed. Communal areas are cleaned by Unihousing, and the utility bills and high-speed internet are included in the rent.

Selly Oak has all the essentials for students attending university. Along Bristol Road students can find many supermarkets and off-licences, many of which offer special deals for students. This, coupled with the handiness of having all of these places within walking distance can help you to save both money and time during the year. Students can also find a variety of restaurants with many different themes, offering great places to chat with friend's whilst allowing you to diversify your palette.

In regards to travel, local train and bus services offer a convenient way to travel both across the city and the rest of the country. Both of these have affordable pricing, with special deals in the form of travel cards that can be utilised for students to save money per year.

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A modern student studio in Selly Oak:
- Available 2021
- Low Deposit if Booked This Week
- High-Speed 100Mb Broadband Included

Student flat in Selly Oak. Close to the University of Birmingham.

If you're looking for student accommodation that is both affordable and convenient, this may be for you. This property is only a 4-minute walk away from the University of Birmingham. Inside, this property has a lovely, fitted snack area with storage, a spacious open-plan dining/living area with enough room to have some friends around, and a self-contained private shower room including toilet.

This property is fully furnished with a desk chair, a spacious double bed, and a flat-screen TV. It also contains laminate flooring and central heating.

Communal areas inside this modern student studio are all cleaned by Unihousing staff. We also have our own dedicated maintenance team for day-to-day repairs and emergencies.

The student village of Selly Oak contains many businesses that may pique your interest, there are pubs and clubs available if you wish to socialise, and there are many restaurants for you to go to and try. If you're feeling like eating at home then there are frequent supermarkets with sales designed for the students in the area. There are also takeaways available of differing themes.

Travelling is made easy for tenants in this studio accommodation. Selly Oak village has a good selection of public transport to choose from, including several bus routes which can take you around Birmingham, and its own dedicated train station for quick access into the city centre. From there, you can visit the Bullring Shopping Centre and the Highstreet.

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£150 Amazon Voucher

We have increased our finders fee. This means that if you refer a friend to one of our Selly Oak studios, you will receive a £150 Amazon voucher when they sign up. Treat yourself, and help your friends get prepared for the next academic year.

Contact the office to find out more.

4 Bed Student House on Luton Rd, Selly Oak:
- Available for July 2021
- Low Deposit if Booked This Week
- Comes with Gas Included in the rent

Just a 6-minute walk from the University of Birmingham.

If you are looking to house share with friends, this fully furnished property would be a great option. The house showcases 4 large bedrooms, all equipped with beds, clothing storage and a study area with a desk. Also included is a stylish bathroom with a toilet and bath/shower, along with a spacious, modern fitted kitchen, fully equipped with appliances such as fridge freezer, cooker and washer/dryer. Aside from the private bedrooms, the house consists of a large communal lounge containing a comfy seating area with sofas and a smart TV, brilliant for hosting and movie nights. With laminated flooring throughout to promote easy cleaning.

If you are unfamiliar with Selly Oak, this student village is booming with excitement and things to do. With a variety of shops, food hotspots and fun locations for nights out. There are also several parks and outdoor activities both locally and further out in the City Centre.

With both bus and train routes, getting around Birmingham could not be any easier. Places like the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham City Centre and Digbeth are definitely worth exploring. Birmingham additionally offers a variety of student discounts and offers on public transport, food/restaurants, shopping and so much more. As the train station is located right in the hub of Selly Oak, it is very convenient to hop on a train to the City Centre where you can then travel further about of Birmingham.

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An Advantageously Placed Student House:
- Available for July 2021
- Low Deposit if Booked This Week
- Gas Included in the rent

Just 2 minutes walk to the University of Birmingham.

This lovely three bedroom detached property consists of a large modern kitchen and dining area; a good-sized contemporary bathroom with a shower, underfloor heating and a jacuzzi bath.

The house is central heated and laminated throughout.

This student property is ideally situated in Selly Oak village, where there are multiple shops and supermarkets to choose from for all those practical needs. There is also a generous supply of interesting restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs where you can socialise with your friends, as well as several different take-outs for those cosy nights in.

Selly Oak is well served by public transport. Both buses and trains run regularly through the village around the city and to Birmingham city centre, making it easy and convenient to get anywhere you want.

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Looking for a Premium Student Accommodation for Next Year?

We have beautiful luxury student studios located in the heart of Selly Oak that are available for rent for the 21-22 term. Only a 4-minute walk from the UoB gates, these prime studios have been crafted with students in mind, and provide a premier space for tenants to enjoy. Our Unihouse Studios contain; fully fitted kitchens with cooking facilities, private ensuite bath/shower rooms, and living areas with spacious double beds.

The kitchen comes with multi-functional ovens, a hob with extractor, a quiet fridge/freezer, and also your own personal breakfast bar.

These studios are ideal for students that wish to have their own private space while still maintaining security, comfort, and the possibility of social settings. Our Unihouse properties also benefit from the energy produced from fitted solar panels, one of the only truly renewable power sources available.

For those who enjoy streaming shows or gaming, you'll be happy to hear that all of our studios come with high-speed internet, it also comes with a free 32" TV with built-in Freeview at no extra cost.

The student village of Selly Oak has everything that you need to live comfortably in Birmingham in 2021, this includes many supermarkets and shops with constant discounts to take advantage of. There are also many restaurants available and takeaways if food is a priority for you. There are also clubs, pubs and other places of interest in Selly Oak. So don't hesitate to explore its vast area if you choose to move here.

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