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December Newsletter 2019

Merry Christmas and welcome to the December 2019 newsletter. We hope you're enjoying the festivities and have had some time to relax. With 2020 just around the corner, it's important that you give some thought towards your plans for the future.

If you haven't sorted your accommodation for the next academic year, you may be missing out on the best selection of properties. More and more students are getting their accommodation sorted for the next year before Christmas. If you want the best choice of house or studio, take a look at what we have available below.

We wish you a very Happy New Year!

Featured Property

Student studio in Selly Oak, near to the University of Birmingham. - Available July 2020.

This student studio is situated on North Road, which sits just off the main Selly Oak high street. Having been recently refurbished, this studio is ideal for students looking for a modern and elegant student living experience. This studio has plenty of room for students studying at the University of Birmingham, including a good-sized desk and study area, a private shower room and a spacious shared kitchen.

Great for students who like a fast-paced lifestyle, this studios comes fully furnished with the student essentials. This includes; a double bed, office chair, flat screen TV, wardrobe, washing machine and more. All the communal areas of this property are cleaned by Unihousing staff, including the hallways, stairs and landings, but not kitchens.

This student accommodation is laminated throughout, has double glazed windows and central heating. Additionally, internet and utility bills are both included in the rent. All maintenance is carried out by Unihousing's own maintenance team, which means repair requests are carried out quickly.

This property is located in the heart of the student village Selly Oak, which means that you have everything you need during your time at the University of Birmingham at your doorstep. Selly Oak is home to shops, supermarkets, pubs, restaurants, takeaways and more. There are also several convenient transport options that can be utilised in the student village. This includes Selly Oak train station, which can take you into Birmingham city centre, and frequent bus routes that go across Birmingham.

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Student Lets 2020

North Road ground floor studio apartment for students - near to the University of Birmingham and Selly Oak - Available July 2020.

This student accommodation has recently been refurbished in order to give it a new and modern feel for students in 2020. This studio contains a living area with a double bed, a smart study area with a desk, a private shower room, and a large, shared kitchen area with all the necessary cooking facilities provided, such as a hob and microwave. This elegant interior comes fully furnished with students in mind.

This student accommodation comes fully laminated throughout with central heating and double-glazed windows. Utility bills and internet are all included in the rent, and the property’s communal areas such as the halls and stairs are cleaned by Unihousing staff. Unihousing have their own dedicated maintenance team, who can deal with both emergency and general wear and tear requests as quickly as possible.

As a student in the local area, you will more than likely be looking for some way to travel around the city during your spare time. Selly Oak has an abundance of transport options available, which offer easy travel around the city and the rest of the country. The local bus service is just one great way to travel around the city, making short jaunts to nearby areas especially easy. To help students out a little more, Selly Oak also has its own train station which provides a quick line into the city centre and Birmingham New Street station, from which you can travel across the country.

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Student studio flat for 1 - Available July 2020.

No admin fees.

This property resides in the heart of Selly Oak and on the door step of the university. Inside you will find a fully refurbished property which has been built with students in mind. This 1-bedroom property has a sleeping area containing; a double bed, a tidy desk space and a flat screen television. Furthermore, students will have their private wash room containing a shower, toilet and a sink. This property has a shared kitchen area which is fully equipped for students.

This property comes fully furnished with all the student essentials, including a fully fitted kitchen with a fridge freezer, hob and microwave. This property is also fully laminated and contains both central heating and double glazing.

This property resides just off the main road in Selly Oak, this puts it only seconds from the main highstreet containing lots of useful shops. There are two major supermarkets in the area providing many products at student friendly prices. Students can also find a variety of small restaurants, bars, pubs and takeaways which are ideal for some great food and drink.

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HMO Student accommodation in Selly Oak, near the University of Birmingham - Available July 2020.

This spacious student studio has been recently refurbished to a high standard, including all the essentials for students at the University of Birmingham. Tenants can enjoy a private shower room, a good-sized study area, and a modern fitted snack area. Furnishings include a double bed, flat screen TV, office chair, kitchen appliances, and more.

This property is laminated throughout, double glazed and has central heating. All of the communal areas (stairs and landing) are cleaned by Unihousing staff. Rent is inclusive of utility bills and internet. For any maintenance requests, Unihousing has its own maintenance team, which ensures quick response times for repairs.

This student studio is in an ideal location in the student village of Selly Oak, which means the University of Birmingham is only a short walk away. Selly Oak is home to a variety of restaurants, bars, pubs, supermarkets and takeaways, which means you have everything you need for your student experience just nearby. There are several green spaces nearby; Winterbourne Gardens, Cannon Hill Park and the Edgbaston Cricket Ground, which are all within 30 minutes’ walk.

Regular buses and trains run from Selly Oak into Birmingham city centre, around the city or to the airport, connecting you to the wider world.

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Student HMO Style Studio in Selly Oak - Available in 2020

No admin fees.

This HMO style student studio is ideal for a student in 2020. The property is fully furnished throughout meaning students don't need to spend extra money on appliances for their accommodation. This includes a desk and chair for evening study, a bed for relaxing and sleeping, kitchen facilities including a hob, microwave and washing machine.

This student accommodation also has internet and utility bills included in the monthly rent.

Selly Oak is a great place for students in 2020. The local supermarket offers great deals for student helping them to save money. This is coupled with several bars and restaurants which offer a great place to relax and socialise.

If you're without a car at university then Selly Oak transport will be important to you. The local bus services can take you around town and into Birmingham at times convenient to you. If you're looking to travel large distances, the local train station is able to take you across the country for a reasonable price, provided you book well in advance.

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Professional Properties

** AVAILABLE 01/12/19 **

A newly fitted, well presented 1 bed apartment set in a rural oasis in Harborne, accessed by a secured, gated-off street-parking area with extensive CCTV. The apartment is situated within walking distance to the Queen Elizabeth hospital, close to local shops and a public house and just a short distance from Harborne town centre. This property includes a fully fitted bathroom with shower and bath; an excellent fitted kitchen with appliances; a good size living area & a separate double bedroom.

The property is local to Harborne which sits minutes away from the queen Elizabeth hospital. Harborne has great access to the city centre, while its small village community offer several supermarkets all boasting a large variety of goods. Finally, several bars and high-quality restaurants offer a great chance to try something new.

Local transport is available in the Harborne area, busses run frequently offering travel routes to the rest of Birmingham and its outlying regions.

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Invisalign by Specialist Orthodontist Harley Street

Would you like straighter teeth? Modern treatments such as Invisalign can cost a lot more abroad than in the UK, especially in China. If you're a foreign student, you may be interested in straightening your teeth in the UK, especially if it's cheaper. 

Specialist Orthodontist Harley Street can provide this quality treatment. In addition, they provide offers which can give you additional value with your treatment. Visit their website to find out more.

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