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Discover style, culture and northern charm with Manchester student accommodation.
Our Manchester uni accommodation is at the city’s cultural heart, thrumming with nightlife, music, history and shopping.
At Unite Students, we’ve got more than 5,600 student rooms and residences across Manchester, all within easy reach of the city’s universities, including the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University and more.
With a level of amenities you’ll struggle to find elsewhere, our Manchester student accommodation turns the city into the perfect uni-life destination.
Why choose Unite Students accommodation in Manchester?
Manchester is a thriving metropolitan city where culture, nightlife, sport, shopping, and higher education come together. It’s not only a seat of historical and scientific ingenuity and innovation, but also a hub of creativity too, from theatre and art to music and film. Combine that with friendly locals, heaps of restaurants and bars, and easy access to the surrounding countryside, and it’s easy to see why Manchester is a student’s playground.
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Manchester student accommodation: Life in the city
Manchester gave the world bands like The Stone Roses, The Smiths, Joy Division and, of course, Oasis. This rich culture and heritage make Manchester what it is today – a Northern powerhouse where students from everywhere can realise their potential.
We’ve got a great selection of modern and secure student accommodation options in Manchester, whether you study at the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, The Royal Northern College of Music, the University of Salford, or University Academy 92.
Manchester city centre is known for its incredible shopping district. From independent boutiques and charity shops to big brand names, there’s something for everyone.
If you’re looking for Manchester student accommodation in the city centre, try:
Bridgewater Heights – A perfect central spot, around 15 minutes from most of the city’s universities.
Artisan Heights – As well as being a short walk from both Manchester University and
MMU, Artisan is also located right next to Oxford Road Station.
Piccadilly Point – Right next to the University of Manchester, this popular spot is also near the new Mayfield area, with plenty of green spaces and regular markets and events.
Oxford Road sits just south of the main city centre, and is home to a variety of music venues, museums, and galleries.
If Oxford Road’s the right place for you, take a look at:
Kincardine Court – Home to a smaller community of around 300 students, Kincardine provides quick access to most of the city’s unis.
Sir Charles Groves Hall – Located in a vibrant area, the O2 Apollo and Manchester
Museum are a short walk away – as well as Manchester University, Manchester
Metropolitan and the RNCM.
Rosamond House – This student accommodation is exclusive to Manchester Metropolitan students. It’s a few minutes from campus and close to Manchester Museum and the Palace Theatre.
Fallowfield is the student area, known for its nightlife and social scene. As a primarily student-populated area, it’s a vibrant and lively neighbourhood, with Platt Fields Park being a central space for gatherings, especially in the summer.
Unite Students doesn’t offer any accommodation in Fallowfield, but our closest option is:
Brook Hall – Only available for University of Manchester students, Brook Hall is 10 minutes away from campus. It’s also only a 30-minute walk from the city centre, and is well-connected by public transport.
Each student accommodation location in Manchester is purpose-built for uni life, with spacious rooms as well as communal facilities and amenities to help with work and play.
Book your Manchester student accommodation and make the most of this brilliant city.
Choose your property and room type.
Book a viewing or watch a virtual tour.
Choose your length of stay.
Enter your personal details.
Enter your guarantor details.
Submit your payment details.
Choose the instalment plan of one, three or seven payments.
To book student accommodation in Manchester, you must be at least 16 years old and a student in education.
We offer as standard:
A 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 Manchester student accommodation in the following ways:
Direct Debit
Card payment
UnionPay for international students.
All bills are included with Unite Students, so there’s 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 Manchester. 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.
The perfect blend of sociable spaces and your own privacy.
Your own personal studio room, with a private bathroom and kitchen.
Rooms with more space and bigger bathrooms tailored to your needs.
Your own bedroom with a shared kitchen and bathroom.
You can book student accommodation in Manchester from the first week in November for the next academic year, which begins the following September. Manchester is one of Unite Students’ most popular cities, so it’s best to book as soon as you receive your offer to avoid disappointment.
With a huge student population, housing in and around the city centre can be hard to find, and Manchester student halls are usually oversubscribed. So, it’s a good idea to get your application in sooner rather than later. Book now and lock in the price for 2025/26.
If you go through clearing to get a place at university in Manchester, there may still be some accommodation available with Unite Students. If not, you can join the waiting list as places could come free if others drop out. Remember, if you're a first-year student and you don't get the university of your choice, you can always cancel your accommodation for free.
The cost of private student accommodation in Manchester varies a lot depending on the location and quality. Modern, purpose-built city centre student accommodation offering great facilities and spacious rooms will be more expensive. But, in more affordable areas like Rusholme, Fallowfield and Salford you can find accommodation at a much more reasonable rate.
At Unite Students, your safety and security are our top priorities. All our properties are fitted with CCTV around the entrances and have key card entry to keep you safe. We have concerges working on our receptions who can help you with any issues, and our call centre is open 24/7. You can also use our Unite Students app for support.
Other than the city centre, areas like Fallowfield, Castlefield, Rusholme and Salford are very popular with students. They have the perfect balance of affordable housing, pubs, clubs and shops. With an extensive tram network running through the city, these areas are also easy to get to from the university campuses in Manchester.
Yes, you can view accommodation in Manchester before booking with Unite Students. Simply book a viewing online or request a viewing by emailing or calling us. If you can’t get to Manchester for a viewing, you can take a 360° virtual tour online instead.
No, you don’t have to live in halls at university in Manchester. Although most universities have their own halls of residence, you can opt for independent Manchester student halls, privately run halls with Unite Students, or group housing. The choice is entirely up to you.
Manchester is one of the UK’s most culturally diverse cities, with people from all over the world making their home here. With world class universities, a proud northern identity, friendly locals, a booming economy and a rich history, Manchester is a top choice for many international students.
Historically areas like Fallowfield, Rusholme and Castlefield were where most students lived in Manchester – the rows of Victorian terrace houses were more affordable than other options. But, as Manchester’s skyline evolves, more and more students are choosing student accommodation in the city centre. Purpose-built student accommodation often has modern and spacious flats, communal facilities like gyms, common rooms and study areas. They’re also in top locations close to universities and public transport links.
While university-owned halls usually only allow first year students, private student accommodation, like Unite Students, accepts second, third and postgraduate students, as well as mature students. You can make a group booking with friends, book a room in a shared flat, or opt for a studio room for your own privacy - all with access to the shared facilities.
