LiverpoolStudent Accommodation In
Choose Liverpool student accommodation in the heart of the city.
Close to Liverpool's buzzing culture, nightlife, shopping and universities, make yourself at home at our student housing in Liverpool.
We have more than 5,300 student rooms across Liverpool, all within easy reach of the city’s universities including University of Liverpool, Liverpool John Moores University and more.
Top things we love about Liverpool
Located in North West England, Liverpool is famed the world over for its music, football and maritime history. Named European Capital of Culture in 2008, Liverpool is an artsy place to study with a thriving nightlife scene, friendly locals and relatively low cost of living.
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Liverpool boasts three reputable universities and a range of great student accommodation options, so it’s easy to see why it's one of the UK’s most popular student cities. Join over 60,000 students and make Liverpool your university city.
At Unite Students we offer modern and spacious student accommodation in Liverpool. Our properties are designed exclusively for uni students, with facilities like gyms, communal areas and cinema rooms perfect for student living. Our nine properties in Liverpool are conveniently placed to explore the city’s finest sights and sounds.
Whether you’re studying at the University of Liverpool, Liverpool John Moores University or Liverpool Hope University, we’ve got you covered with a wide selection of apartments close to Liverpool’s beating heart.
Book now for 2025/26 to make the most of your student experience.
Liverpool city centre is an iconic northern destination. With the River Mersey running through its heart, this waterside city provides the perfect backdrop to uni life. Known for its cultural history, with world-renowned venues like the Cavern Club and the Jacaranda, the city centre is a vibrant hub for music and nightlife. It’s also the perfect spot for independent shops and museums – something for everyone!
We have a variety of accommodation options in the city centre, including:
Grand Central – Our biggest Liverpool community, home to 1,200 students. Right next to Lime Street Station, you’re also only 8 minutes from John Moores and 10 minutes from the University of Liverpool.
St. Luke’s View – A smaller community, surrounded by arts venues like the Picturehouse Cinema, St. Luke’s Church and Ravenshaw Market.
Moorfield – Located just 20 minutes from Liverpool Uni and John Moores, Moorfield sits next to Ropewalks – for second-hand shopping and gallery visits.
The Knowledge Quarter is a central urban area, home to a variety of education and tech organisations. The clue’s in the name really – here, you’ll find the University of Liverpool, John Moores, the School of Tropical medicine, the Liverpool International College and more.
A lot of students choose the Knowledge Quarter because of its proximity to university buildings. Here, you can stay at:
Horizon Heights – Get the penthouse feel in our 18-floor Horizon Heights building. Catch views in the Sky Lounge or enjoy a movie in the cinema room.
Cedar House – Part of our bustling student village in the Knowledge Quarter, Cedar House itself is only home to around 100 students. Perfect if you’re looking for somewhere a little quieter.
Arrad House - Another addition to our student village, Arrad House is home to only 74 students. If you’re looking for a cosy community, you’re in the right place.
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To book student accommodation in Liverpool you must be at least 16 years old and a student in education.
We offer as standard:
7 Day Cooling-Off Period – if you change your mind you can cancel your booking within seven days.
No Place, No Pay – if your offer is withdrawn or you choose a different university, you can cancel your agreement at no cost.
You can pay for your Liverpool student accommodation in the following ways:
Direct Debit
Card payment
UnionPay for international students
All bills are included with Unite Students, so there are no hidden extra costs. Pay in one, three or seven instalments to suit your finances.
We don’t take deposits but advance rent may be required. This is a small part of the full-year amount, and we put this towards your first rent instalment.
You may need a guarantor for your student accommodation in Liverpool. This must be someone over 25 who can make payments if you’re unable to pay rent on time – for example, a parent or legal guardian.
Our Liverpool student housing comes in three grades:
Basic – our best-value student accommodation, with access to all the communal facilities.
Classic – bump up your comfort and get more space and storage with our Classic room.
Premium – our more luxurious rooms, featuring better views, more space and larger beds.
Features may vary by property – browse our Liverpool student accommodation for further details.
Find out what's included in your room and what you need to bring.
On average student housing in Liverpool can range from £70 to £250 per person per week. The exact cost varies depending on factors like housing location, amenities, number of flatmates and other features. Liverpool is a compact city with affordable transport and low cost of living compared to other UK cities. It's a good idea to plan out your exact budget and choose your accommodation to suit.
Liverpool offers a great experience for uni students. The city centre is compact and easily walkable, with great public transport links. You’ll find a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafes, bars and nightclubs tailored to students, many of them offering student discounts. With three universities and a relatively low cost of living, Liverpool is a fantastic city for university students.
The simple answer is yes! Liverpool has a fantastic choice of fun things to do for students, from museums and art galleries to night clubs, sports, and even nearby beaches. If you’re a student at uni in Liverpool, the city and surrounding areas really are your oyster.
Liverpool’s unis welcome international students from all over the world. Over 8,000 international students study at the University of Liverpool every year. Liverpool John Moores University has students enrolled from over 100 countries around the world, while Liverpool Hope University has welcomes students from over 60 countries.
You can reserve your student housing in Liverpool starting the first week of November for the following academic year, which starts in September. Liverpool is one of Unite Students' most popular cities, so book early to avoid disappointment. If you book now the price will be locked in for 2025/26.
If you need to go through clearing to secure a place at uni in Liverpool, we may still have rooms available.If we’re fully booked, you can join the waiting list. Student accommodation may become available if other applicants drop out.
And don’t forget – as a first year you can cancel your accommodation for free if you don’t get the university you applied for.
If you are looking for an active nightlife, regular pub crawls and parties, nothing beats Liverpool city centre. Smithdown Road is another popular choice for students, with lots of student-centric restaurants, takeaways, cafes and bars. For a cheaper student area, Toxteth and Wavertree are the ideal spots with great transport links into the city. And if you can’t decide, Islington is close to campus, the city, and the student areas.
Yes, you can view our student flats prior to deciding where you want to stay with Unite Students. Simply email or call us to schedule a viewing. If you are unable to visit the property in person, you can take a 360° virtual tour on our website.
At Unite Students properties you’ll get your own private room which is furnished with all the essentials. You’ll also have an ensuite or shared bathroom and a communal kitchen with all the appliances and storage space you’ll need, unless you’re in a studio apartment in which case you’ll have one to yourself. You can see the full list of what’s included with your student accommodation here. Our student properties also have a great range of facilities and amenities like gyms, common rooms and cinemas.
No, you don’t have to stay in halls while you’re at university in Liverpool. Although most universities offer their own halls of residence, there are independent Liverpool student flats and privately run halls with Unite Students, as well as group housing.
Liverpool is one of the most cost-effective student cities in the UK. The city has cheap public transport, plenty of student offers and discounts at pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants, and discount supermarkets close to the student areas to help make your money stretch further.
Liverpool has convenient and affordable public transport options for students. Regular buses connect the student neighbourhoods to the universities and city centre. The Merseyrail train network runs to popular destinations like Aigburth and Crosby, and there’s even an underground loop that runs beneath the city centre.
Liverpool has two main train stations that connect to other cities like Manchester, Leeds and London: Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool South Parkway. And Liverpool John Lennon airport offers short haul flights to destinations in Spain, Ireland, Turkey and Iceland, to name a few.
Our student housing in Liverpool is designed to keep you safe and secure. Properties can only be accessed by a fob or card system and each room features its own security lock. We also have CCTV in operation and a 24-7 concierge at hand if you need them.
