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Where to look for accommodation

 

This is a guide for Birmingham City University students who are looking for accommodation but the info is also useful if you want to know where to advertise a room.

 
 

Looking for a place in halls?

Rooms in University halls are primarily reserved for first year students and international students.  However places do sometimes become available throughout the year and can be advertised on the University’s student pad message board.
 
There are also a number of private halls in Birmingham, with most of them situated in and around the city centre. Rents tend to be more expensive, but often include additional facilities such as free internet.
 
Evenbrook
Hamstead Campus
0121 500 1771
www.ham-cam.com
 
Opal
Corner of Belgrave Middleway & Bristol Road
0121 440 7122  
 
Unite
The Heights, Londonderry House & Curzon Gateway
0800 783 4213
 
IQFive
Bath Row, nr Five Ways
0121 622 7540
 
Victoria Hall
Selly Oak
0121 256 7000
 
Derwent Living
The Canalside, Lower Loveday Street
0121 380 3939
 
The Student Housing Company
Moland Street, nr Corporation St
0121 333 5792
 
Liberty Living
Queens Hospital Close nr Five Ways
 0121 633 3316
 
 

Looking for a place in private rented accommodation?

Birmingham City Students' Union only recommends landlords and letting agents who are accredited by the Midland Landlord Accreditation Scheme (MLAS).  This is a scheme that has been set up to recognise and promote good landlords and agents. You can find a list of accredited landlords on their website.
 
The Students' Union has it's own letting agent, Birmingham City Student Homes.  They are based in the Students' Union Building at City North and can be contacted on 0121 202 4696 or by emailing enquiries.  Birmingham City Student Homes only advertises accommodation that is accredited with the Midland Landlord Accreditation Scheme.
  
 

Looking for a room in a shared house?

There are a variety of websites that allow students in the private sector to advertise their spare room or look for potential housemates. Make sure you view the accommodation thoroughly and know how to contact the landlord or agent before signing or paying anything. Useful websites include:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
But before using these websites please read our advice on housing scams that can target students.

 

Looking for short term accommodation?

 
 You can find details of B&B/hotels in the Birmingham area here:
 
 
 
Please contact the Advice Centre on 0121 331 6801 for further help.
 
 

Information for landlords 

If you are a landlord wanting to advertise your property to BCU students  you need to contact the Students' Union letting agent, Birmingham City Student Homes, on 0121 202 4696 or email enquiries.  Please note that the Students' Union only advertises accommodation for landlords who are accredited with the Midland Landlord Accreditation Scheme.
 
 
Important Information - Please note that the Advice Centre does not monitor or inspect any properties but we can provide advice on the validity of tenancy agreements, safety issues and your rights/obligations as a tenant.

 

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