Have you made the decision to find new student accommodation in 2023? If so, then you may well be spending your Christmas break looking to find the perfect student room in Leicester – and if that’s the case, we can help.
Even if you are looking for student accommodation for the start of the next academic year, it’s never too early to begin looking and giving yourself plenty of time is the way to ensure you get the best pick of all that’s out there.
On top of getting in nice and early to give yourself the biggest choice of Leicester student rooms, it’s important to know what you’re looking for. So, begin by asking yourself what it is that you need. After all, the last thing you want is to end up in a place which makes you unhappy.
Things to consider when choosing your student room
With regard to student rooms in particular, always check that you’re sharing the communal areas with people you get along with. There’s nothing worse than feeling you have to confine yourself to your room – and we all know that a big part of uni life is socialising!
If you prefer a quiet life, getting a student room in ‘party central’ may not be the place to be and vice versa. Likewise, if you like things to be clean and tidy, living with people who make a mess most definitely won’t be for you (this is why it’s so important to view a property).
Before you even start looking, it’s also important to be sure about the budget you have. This shouldn’t only cover the rent, but also the cost of bills, food and anything else which you need. Once you know how much you have to spend, then there’s no wasting time on looking at properties which are out of your price range.
Knowing the area around you
Finally, another important thing to consider when finding the perfect student room in Leicester is the location. Factors might include the following:
- How close to university is it?
- What is public transport like? Can you easily get to lectures?
- Is it a bad area for crime, if so, what security measures are in place?
- Are there public amenities, such as supermarkets or a leisure centre nearby?
- Is it an area which is popular for students? If not, why?
- Is there the opportunity to socialise?
Again, here we have a case of seeing the property and location for yourself, before you make your decision. Check out the area and ask people who live there what it’s like. Speak to other students and find out what their experiences are. Also, be mindful – if something seems too good to be true for your budget, there’s every likelihood that it is. Seeing for yourself and asking around means you’ll have every chance of finding the student room in Leicester that’s the right one for you.
Book your viewing today
At Westmanor Student Living, we have the best selection of student accommodation in Leicester, which makes us confident that we can find a living space to suit all our Leicester students.
Get in touch with a member of our friendly team for more details on the Leicester student rooms we have available and book your viewings today.