Top 5 Student Accommodations in Manchester

Manchester is a city in the northwest part of the English capital. It is one of the most affordable cities in the world. The cost of living in Manchester is £985 per month.

You will find affordable accommodation within and outside the city centre. One of the most popular areas where students live is Oxford Road. Even Manchester Metropolitan University and the University of Manchester are on the same road. So you will never be late for your lectures!

In this blog, we will list the top 5 student accommodations in Manchester. We will give you an overview of properties, their location, distance, etc., to help you choose the right place.

Vita Circle Square

If you want accommodation close to your university, opt for Vita Circle Square! It is bordered by top universities on both sides. Circle Square is Manchester’s most happening neighbourhood on Oxford Road.

This place offers modern, well-furnished studios and en-suite rooms. You get a nice, comfortable bed, an attached bathroom, a spacious wardrobe, a desk and chair, and a nice kitchen. In case you are low on budget, you can share the room.

If you love to stay fit, there’s a gym for that too! For those movie buffs, there’s a movie room to watch movies. And if you want to chill on your own, you can use the study area, coffee lounge, etc. Then there’s a laundry room, game rooms, and complimentary breakfast! And all-inclusive bills!

Location: 8 Nobel Wy., Manchester M1 7FA, UK

Distance to and from universities:  

Vita Circle Square to Manchester Metropolitan University: 3 min by walk/bus ride

Vita Circle Square to University of Manchester: 3 min by walk/bus ride

Vita Circle Square to Alliance Manchester Business School: 11 min by walking/9 min bus ride

Transportation: Bus, Taxi, Cycle, or Walk

Utilities:  Staying in Vita Circle Square  comes with an inclusive bill of:

• WiFi
• Electricity Included
• Water Included
• Gas Included
• Heating

Security & Safety

• CCTV
• 24/7

Places nearby Vita Circle Square

Want some cheap meals on weekends? Head over to Caffe Nero- a few mins away from Vita.

Looking for places to have fun on Saturday nights? Go to Gorilla- 8 mins walk away.

And, for animal lovers, you can go visit your furry friends at Chester Zoo- 52 mins ride from Vita.

IQ Manchester Gardens

It is a popular student accommodation, offering affordable prices with an easy commute. It offers many types of rooms, from ensuites to 1-bed apartments, and standard rooms.

You get the choice to opt for anyone that meets your budget and comfort. Each room is well-equipped with a comfy double bed, a spacious wardrobe, a modern kitchenette, a study space, and a spacious common area.

If you like to socialize, there are some nice social spaces throughout the building, such as a lounge, study room, garden, and game room you can explore!

Location: 2 Hope Rd, Manchester M14 5ET, UK

Distance to and from universities: 

IQ Manchester Gardens to Manchester Metropolitan University:  27 min by walk / 11 min bus ride

IQ Manchester Gardens to University of Manchester: 14 min by walk / 8 min bus ride

IQ Manchester Gardens to Alliance Manchester Business School: 28 min by walk/ 18 min bus ride

Transportation: Bus, Taxi, Cycle, or Walk

Utilities: Staying in IQ Manchester Gardens comes with an inclusive bill of:

• Water Included
• Electricity Included
• Contents Insurance
• WiFi
• Gas Included

Security & Safety

• CCTV
• Secure Door-Entry
• 24/7 Security

Places nearby IQ Manchester Gardens

For a shopaholic, head to the Merseyway Shopping Centre!

Love cafes? Don Tacos and Cafe Blah are minutes away from here!

If you are in the mood for a solo walk and want to spend time with nature, Manchester Gardens might be the place for you!

And, you can drop by the Manchester Museum too!

Picadilly Point

Looking for luxurious experience accommodation at a low price? Choose Picadilly Point! The ideal student accommodation in Manchester.

It is a perfect location for students to stay as it is within easy reach of universities. 

Picadilly Point offers two types of student rooms. The en-suite has a private bathroom but a shared kitchen. A studio, on the other hand, comes with its bathroom and kitchen.

While outside the room, you get a spacious common room, a pool table, a study room, a gym, etc.

Location: 23 Berry St, Manchester M1 2AD, UK

Distance to and from universities: 

Picadilly Point to Manchester Metropolitan University: 13 min by walk / 11 min bus ride

Picadilly Point to University of Manchester: 10min by walk / 10 min bus ride

Picadilly Point to Alliance Manchester Business School: 17 min by walk / 15  min bus ride

Transportation: Bus, Taxi, Cycle, or Walk

Utilities: Staying in Picadilly Point comes with an inclusive bill of:

• WiFi
• Water 
• Electricity 
• Contents Insurance
• Gas 
• Heating

Security & Safety

• CCTV
• Secure Door-Entry
• 24/7 Security
• Support Team
• Fire Extinguisher

Places nearby Picadilly Point

For all your essentials, you can shop at these local places- Boots and Sainsbury’s, only 15 minutes walk away.

There are also some great restaurants and bars. The Bull’s Head, Retro, and Hatch are again minutes away.

For all movie lovers, visit the Backyard Cinema, which is only 3 minutes away from the property.

Park View

Park View is ideal student accommodation for students who are looking to stay in Manchester. It is located outside Rusholme, and very well connected with the rest of the city.

Park View offers a variety of accommodations for students to choose from. You can opt for ensuites, suites, private rooms, or shared rooms. All of them come furnished.

There are comfortable, contemporary sofas in the common rooms. You can slouch into soft sofas in the common rooms and enjoy watching TV. You also get a laundry facility.

Location: 345 Moss Ln E, Manchester M14 4LA, UK

Distance to and from universities: 

Park View to Manchester Metropolitan University: 15 min by walk / 16 min bus ride

Park View to University of Manchester: 5 min by walk / 5 min bus ride

Park View to Alliance Manchester Business School: 15 min by walk / 12 min bus ride

Transportation: Bus, Taxi, Cycle, or Walk

Utilities: Staying in Park View comes with an inclusive bill of:

• WiFi
• Electricity Included
• Water Included
• Gas Included
• Heating

Security & Safety

• CCTV
• Secure Door-Entry

Places nearby Park View 

If you want to take some time away from your busy life, visit places like Manchester Art Gallery, Chorlton Water Park, People’s History Museum, etc.

Otherwise, you can take a stroll around Moss Side Park, Range Road,  Park Crescent, Community Park, and St Mary’s Park.

And for all your groceries, shop at Manchester Superstore Bravastar Food Store,  Worldwide Foods, and Tesco Express

IQ Lambert & Fairfield House

This is a stunning and ideal student accommodation located only 2 minutes away from Picadilly Station. This site offers many types of furnished rooms suitable for all price ranges.

IQ Lambert & Fairfield House contains a variety of social and study spaces, including a study room, gym, karaoke room, cinema, etc. 

Location: Granby Row, Manchester M60 7LH, UK

Distance to and from universities: 

IQ Lambert & Fairfield House to Manchester Metropolitan University: 10 min by walk / 11 min bus ride

IQ Lambert & Fairfield House to University of Manchester: 11 min by walk / 10 min bus ride0

IQ Lambert & Fairfield House to Alliance Manchester Business School: 18 min by walk / 11 min bus ride

Transportation: Bus, Taxi, Cycle, or Walk

Utilities: Staying in IQ Lambert & Fairfield House comes with an inclusive bill of:

• WiFi
• Electricity
• Water
• Gas

Security & Safety

• CCTV
• 24/7 Security

Places nearby IQ Lambert & Fairfield House 

Hungry for something to eat? Get some lip-smacking food from Jenny’s Restaurant—only a 7-minute walk

Grab a cup of coffee at Foundation Coffee House (6-minute walk).