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June Newsletter 2019

We have doubled our reward for referring a friend. You can now receive a £100 Amazon voucher by referring a friend for student accommodation, but only in June! More details can be found on our Facebook page.



Check out some of our newest studios below, available with no admin fees. These studios are also available as short term summer lets.

Additionally, we have included some of our latest blogs below, which talk about things to do during your free time and 7 ways you can improve your experience as a student. 

Featured Property

HMO Student accommodation near the University of Birmingham - Available to students July 2019 / Also available as a summer let.

This student studio is situated on Dawlish 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 studying at the University of Birmingham, including a good-sized desk and study area, a private shower room and a spacious kitchen, which is shared with one other apartment.

For students who like a "plug'n'play" style of living, this studio is ideal, as it 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, such as the hallways, stairs and landings, but does not include 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 Properties

Student studio flat for 1 - Available July 2019.

No admin fees.
Available as a summer let.

This property resides in the heart of Selly Oak and on the doorstep 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 washroom containing a shower, toilet and a sink. This property has a shared kitchen area which is fully equipped for students to cook on a daily basis.

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 high street containing loads 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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Student Flat Birmingham - Available July 2019 / Available as a summer let.

Reduced to £150 pw.

No admin fees.
Available as a summer let.

Superbly situated next to the University of Birmingham and Selly Oak student village.

This self-contained HMO style student studio contains: a spacious open plan bedroom/living area; an elegant fitted kitchen, furnished with the necessary electrical appliances; and a smart, fitted, private shower room.

The apartment is double glazed, central heated, fully furnished and laminated throughout. Shared spaces, such as stairs and landing are cleaned by us. Utility bills and internet are included in the rent. TV is also provided at no extra cost. Any maintenance is completed by Unihousing's own maintenance team, which means a quick response time on repairs.

The Selly Oak high street is only a short stroll away, which is replete with a wide variety of pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes. There are also a selection of takeaways for a quick and easy meal on a lazy night in, or for when you have guests over. For your everyday groceries and shopping, there are several nearby supermarkets and shops.

Public transport is easy and convenient. Trains and buses run frequently from Selly Oak into the city centre and around the city, taking you anywhere you might want to go. From Birmingham New Street, you can catch a train to travel across the country.

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Student Studio in Selly Oak - Available in 2019 / Available as a summer let.

This ground floor property is located on Harrow Road, close to the centre of the student village Selly Oak, making it ideal for those who like quick and easy access to amenities or the local pub. When you first enter this student studio, you'll find that you have plenty of space for your university experience, including a study area with desk, a snack bar with cupboards, and a private shower room.

This property comes fully furnished; ideal for students who want to focus on the important bits of moving in, such as the items and space they need for university work. Furnishings include; a double bed, flat screen television (provided by Unihousing), office chair, cooking facilities, and other essentials. This student studio is also laminated throughout and comes with central heating.

All communal areas in the property such as the hall, stairs and landings are cleaned by Unihousing staff. Unihousing also boasts their own maintenance team, which means any repairs can be arranged and resolved quickly.

Selly Oak is a hot spot for students at the University of Birmingham. Its close proximity to several local amenities and the University of Birmingham are just two of the things that make it ideal for student living. For those living in Selly Oak, the Edgbaston campus of the university is only a short walk away, and they can also find local shops, supermarkets, pubs, restaurants and takeaways in the student village.

This property has several nearby transport options, including Selly Oak train station where students can travel into the city centre, and frequent bus routes which can take residents to elsewhere in south Birmingham, such as Cadbury World in Bournville.

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Professional Properties

This is a lovely professional apartment, ideal for somebody looking to move into a place of their own. This property features a smart kitchen area including modern appliances for both cooking and cleaning. This property also includes a large bedroom, Separate bathroom area and a conservatory. Finally, this flat includes off-road parking for one car and a private garden at the back of the property. 

The local area of Kings Heath is great for someone living and working in Birmingham. Several local shops in the area are sure to have everything you need on a weekly basis and access to and from the city centre is plentiful. The local train station resides only a short walk from your front door and has the ability to take you in, out and around the city at a moment’s notice. 

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Latest Blogs

7 Ways to Improve Your Student Experience

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