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June Newsletter 2020

If you plan to attend university this year, we are currently running several offers to help you find accommodation that suits you. All of our student studios near UoB come with free 100Mb broadband, and we are also offering a limited offer of £0.00 deposits. In addition, some of our modern studios come with free UoB gym membership.

We only have a handful of student houses left, so if you and a group of friends are looking for accommodation within walking distance of the campus, don’t hesitate to book a viewing. To add to this, we have a selection of beautiful student studios available to suit different needs.

Time is running out to find your ideal student let, so check out our latest picks of available accommodation below. Also, read some of our latest interesting blogs, including one which gives tips for effective home study.

University of Birmingham

Many universities across the country have now released their plans for reopening following the COVID-19 outbreak. The University of Birmingham has slowly begun to re-open their campus, with “phase 1” having started on the 1st of June, and “phase 2” beginning at the start of the 20/21 academic year in September.

At this moment, it appears that the university is planning to "open all key academic buildings and related facilities for the start of the Academic Year in September and to welcome our new and returning students."

More information can be found here.

Featured Property

Dale Road Student Studio
- No Deposit Required if Booked This Week
- Enjoy High-Speed 100Mb Broadband

Available July to July, September to September or as a Summer Let.

A brand-new studio-style HMO property, which is ideally located within walking distance of Edgbaston Campus. This property includes a modernised, fitted snack area with storage; a living/dining area in an open-plan layout, which provides plenty of room for friends; and a private, self-contained shower room with toilet.

Students can enjoy plenty of additional benefits when choosing to live in this stylish accommodation. This studio comes fully furnished, including a double bed and study area with desk and chair. You'll find all of the student essentials during your studies. This property also comes fully double glazed.

All of the communal areas, including the stairs and landing, are cleaned by Unihousing staff. For repairs, we have a dedicated maintenance team who can carry out quick repairs.

Selly Oak is a great place to live for UoB students. As well as a short walk to university, tenants can find a good selection of cafes, restaurants, bars, and takeaways. Additionally, you can do any shopping at one of the nearby supermarkets, shops and off-licenses. You can also find a few green areas and gyms nearby.

There are several options for those wanting to travel via public transport. Several bus routes go through Selly Oak into the nearby districts and the city centre. The nearby train station is also just a short walk away and provides easy access to the city centre, where you can then peruse the Bull Ring and the Highstreet.

Register your interest so we can contact you with properties that may be of interest, or view the full listing and book your viewing today.

Student Lets 2020

Selly Oak Student Let
- Free UoB Gym Membership
- Includes 100Mb High-Speed Broadband

Available from July to July, as a Summer Let or from September to September.

Located conveniently close to the University of Birmingham and the village of Selly Oak, this apartment is an excellent choice for students.This great flat comprises: a sleek snack area, complete with appliances; a snug bedroom/ living area and a smart shower room. This recently converted HMO house also offers a large shared kitchen.

The flat is central heated, fully furnished, double glazed, and laminated throughout. Utility bills are included in the rent and TV is also supplied at no extra cost. The stairs and landing, and other communal areas of the property, are cleaned and maintained by Unihousing staff.

Selly Oak village has a rich choice of cafes, bars and restaurants, where you can enjoy a great night out with your friends. It also offers several options to supply those daily essentials, with a wide variety of shops and supermarkets.

It's easy and convenient to get anywhere you want to go from Selly Oak. Trains and buses run frequently through the village around the city and into the city centre. There are handy local transport apps to make things simple and easy.

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Register your interest so we can contact you with properties that may be of interest, or view the full listing and book your viewing today.

Exceptional North Road Student Studio
- No Deposit Required if Booked This Week
- Internet Included With 100Mb Broadband

Situated within walking distance of the University of Birmingham. Available July to July, September to September or as a Summer Let.

This comfortable and roomy student studio comes packed with a snack area, as well as a study area for optimal focus while you take on the university. Live the bespoke uni life with furnishings such as a double bed, a good-sized desk, an office chair, and a flat-screen TV. Internet comes as standard in this room, so you'll not have to worry about your social media needs. Also part of the furnishings is a microwave and washing machine.

Any repairs you may need for the room are covered by Unihousing's dedicated maintenance team, and all communal areas except for the kitchen are cleaned by the Unihousing staff. This includes any hallways, stairs, and landings. Less stress is best, so we've made sure your house is safe from the rest.

As such with this modernized studio, you'll have laminated flooring, and double-glazed windows to keep the heat in in the winter. To add to this, utility and internet costs are included with the rent, so there's even more value given.

This studio is placed in the student village of Selly Oak, this means that students can take advantage of living near the Bristol Road high street, giving quick access to all of the local restaurants, shopping outlets, bars, and gyms. This ease-of-access is essential for the modern-day student.

Selly Oak itself has a local train station, and frequent bus services, so you'll have easy access to multiple sites across Birmingham such as Sutton Coldfield, Aston, and Birmingham New Street.

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Gorgeous HMO Style One-Bedroom Studio
- No Deposit Required if Booked This Week
- High-Speed 100Mb Broadband Included

Close to the University of Birmingham and available July to July, September to September or as a Summer Let.

This recently refurbished student accommodation is the perfect companion for a student looking to have all of the conveniences and essentials available while studying at UoB. This includes a double bed, a sizeable desk and an up-to-date flat-screen TV. To add to this furnished student accommodation in Selly Oak, you’ll get a shared fully-fitted kitchen, with all necessary appliances. Students in 2020 can also look forward to having a fully functioning and well-designed en suite shower room.

The floors are fully laminated, there is central heating, and the windows are double glazed. With this and more, cold wintery nights are a thing of the past. Furthermore, never have to worry about cleaning the shared areas, Unihousing regularly cleans all the communal areas. Unihousing also has a dedicated maintenance team to facilitate quick repairs.

Nearby is the beautiful village of Selly Oak in Birmingham, which has all the utilities necessary to make your student experience as easy as possible. There are many supermarkets with discounts and sales throughout the year. Should you want to eat out with friends, there are a variety of differently themed restaurants and cafes. On the other hand, there are takeaways also available if you would prefer to have a quiet night in. There are bars and clubs also available if you want to explore the student nightlife.

Travelling in and out of Selly Oak couldn't be easier. There are local bus services that can take you around Birmingham at an affordable cost, and this can be made even cheaper with the purchase of a bus pass. Furthermore, Selly Oak train station is also available should you want to travel further beyond Birmingham.

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Student Studio Flat for 1
- No Deposit Required if Booked This Week
- Enjoy 100Mb High-Speed Broadband 

Available July to July, September to September or 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.

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 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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Student Studio in Selly Oak
- No Deposit Required if Booked This Week
- Includes 100Mb High-Speed Broadband 

Near to the University of Birmingham. Available July to July, September to September or as a Summer Let.

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 studio 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 the kitchen.

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. Several convenient transport options 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.

Images may be of a similar property.

Register your interest so we can contact you with properties that may be of interest, or view the full listing and book your viewing today.

Latest Blogs

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