Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland, it’s vibrant, thriving, and friendly, with a diverse big-city feel.
Glasgow has over 23,000 student population, attracting new students every year into the city.
And do you know the reasons why students study in Glasgow?
That’s because it offers a fun student culture, a low cost of living, and a great place to party and socialise.
The cost of living in Glasgow will be around £752.8, excluding your rent and tuition fees.
Please bear in mind: The cost of living will vary depending on your lifestyle, accommodation type, etc.
In this blog, we will list the top 5 accommodations in Glasgow. We will give you an overview of properties, their location, distance, etc., to help you choose the right place.
1. iQ Elgin Place
iQ Elgin Place Glasgow is an excellent accommodation for a student in Glasgow just walking distance from the universities. The place offers a luxury experience for students with a wide range of rooms- one-bedroom, en-suite, and studio.
The rooms are all very well furnished and spacious with a comfortable bed, study desk & chair, wardrobe, and storage space.
It depends upon your choice of room, prices, and facilities are determined accordingly.
Location: 240 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4JW
Distance to and from universities:
iQ Elgin Place Glasgow to University of Glasgow: 9 min by a bus ride
iQ Elgin Place Glasgow to Glasgow Caledonian University: 15 min by bus ride
iQ Elgin Place Glasgow to University of Strathclyde: 15 min walk/ 16 min bus ride
Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk
Utilities: Staying in iQ Elgin Place Glasgow comes with an inclusive bill of:
- WiFi
- Water
- Electricity
- Contents Insurance
- Gas
- Heating
Security & Safety
- CCTV
- Secure Door Entry
Places nearby iQ Elgin Place
Grocery Store- Farm Foods and Sainsbury’s
Nightclub- The Garage
Things to do- Center for contemporary arts
Glasgow film centre
Food and Drinks- Taco Bell, Butterfly, and the Pig, Heavenly Desserts Glasgow
2. Havannah House
Havannah House is ideal student accommodation in Glasgow. It is managed and handled in partnership with Prestige Student Living. It offers many types of rooms, both en-suites and studios.
In every room, there’s a basic bed, study desk and chair, wardrobe, etc.
They offer amazing modern appliances and facilities too, such as microwaves, study rooms, a creative common area, a gym, a TV room, a laundry room, etc.
Location: 16 Havannah Street, Glasgow G4 0AS
Distance to and from universities:
Havannah House to University of Glasgow: 26 min by a bus ride
Havannah House to Glasgow Caledonian University: 21 min by a bus ride
Havannah House to University of Strathclyde: 7 min walk/ 7 min bus ride
Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk
Utilities: Staying in Havannah House comes with an inclusive bill of:
- WiFi
- Water Included
- Electricity Included
- Contents Insurance
- Gas Included
- Heating
Security & Safety
- CCTV
- Secure Door Entry
Places nearby Havannah House
For groceries- Value Point, Morrisons, Tesco Express, ALDI, etc
Weekends hangout places- Head to Tennent Caledonian Breweries and Drygate Brewing Co.
Pizza lover- Get to BAKED pizza al taglio
Things to do for fun- visit the historical landmark The Lady Well
3. West View
West View Glasgow offers a contemporary style of living for students. Located in a vibrant neighbourhood of Glasgow, it’s only a short walk to the universities.
It offers modern studio and shared apartment rooms with a cosy double bed, table, chair, wardrobe, etc.
The facilities feature extraordinary social spaces where you can chill, watch TV, play games, etc.
Location: 2 Beith St, Glasgow G11 6EH
Distance to and from universities:
West View Glasgow to University of Glasgow: 9 min walk / 9 min by a bus ride
West View Glasgow to Glasgow Caledonian University: 47 min by a bus ride
West View Glasgow to University of Strathclyde: 48 min bus ride
Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk
Utilities: Staying in West View Glasgow comes with an inclusive bill of:
- WiFi
- Water Included
- Electricity Included
- Contents Insurance
- Gas Included
- Heating
Security & Safety
- CCTV
- Secure Door Entry
Places nearby West View
Grocery: Morrisons and Lidl
Nightlife: Bag o’ Nails, The Record Factory, etc
Food: Dumpling Monkey, Celino’, Bibimbap, etc
Hospital: West Glasgow Ambulatory Care Hospital and Hospital Education Service
Leisure: Yorkhill Park
4. Gallery Apartments Glasgow
Gallery Apartments Glasgow is a gorgeous classic apartment with attached bathrooms and a kitchenette.
It also offers split-level apartments and two-level apartments with the sheer comfort of a bed.
The property features modern appliances and facilities. You get communal areas, study rooms, a TV room, a laundry room, a game area, etc.
Location: 2 Port Dundas Pl, Glasgow G2 3LD
Distance to and from universities:
Gallery Apartments Glasgow to University of Glasgow: 31 min by a bus ride
Gallery Apartments Glasgow to Glasgow Caledonian University: min walk / 4 min bus ride
Gallery Apartments Glasgow to University of Strathclyde: 9 min bus ride
Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk
Utilities: Staying in Gallery Apartments Glasgow comes with an inclusive bill of:
- WiFi
- Water Included
- Electricity Included
- Contents Insurance
- Gas Included
- Heating
Security & Safety
- CCTV
- Secure Door Entry
Places nearby Gallery Apartments Glasgow
Discounted Store- Pound land
Food & Bar- ASK Italian, Di Maggio’s. LaBonne Auberge etc
Movie Theater- Cinema World
Fitness Center- ARC Fitness
Mall- Buchanan Galleries
5. Vita Student West End
Vita Student West End is a good choice for students looking for premium accommodations. It is located in the city’s heart and within walking distance of several universities.
You can take your pick of the rooms from the luxury studio apartments featuring modern kitchens, bathrooms, desks, chairs, etc.
It also offers modern amenities, such as nice plank vinyl flooring, state-of-the-art appliances, furniture, etc., and a beautiful view.
Location: Vita Student West End 21 Beith Street, Glasgow, G11 6BZ
Distance to and from universities:
Vita Student Westend to University of Glasgow: 7 min by a bus ride
Vita Student Westend to Glasgow Caledonian University: 50 min bus ride
Vita Student Westend to University of Strathclyde: 18 min bus ride
Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk
Utilities: Staying in comes with an inclusive bill of:
- WiFi
- Water Included
- Electricity Included
- Contents Insurance
- Gas Included
- Heating
Security & Safety
- CCTV
- Secure Door Entry
Places nearby Vita Student West End
Grocery- Morrisons supermarket
Food- Celino’s, Eighty Eight, Patrick Duck Club, etc
Hospital- Hospital Education Service
Leisure- Glasgow Botanical Gardens, Glasgow Science Centre, Hunterian Zoology Museum
