University of Exeter Accommodation

About the University of Exeter -  Streatham Campus

1. University of Exeter -  Streatham Campus distance from the City Centre:

• Bus - 10-15 minutes

• Taxi - 5-10 minutes

• Walking - 10-25 minutes

2. The University of Exeter - Streatham Campus has on-campus student accommodation options with an average rent of £5,500/semester. The rent of the room includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security. 

3. The University of Exeter follows a two-term academic year system. Each semester has around 12 weeks.

4. The best month to book a University of Exeter on-campus accommodation after the university offer to study is accepted is in March. Accommodation applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, which generally starts with:

• New undergraduate - June/ July

• New postgraduate - April / May 

• For returning students- January/February 

1. Other Campuses for the University of Exeter  

• University of Exeter- Penryn Campus 

The University of Exeter- Streatham Campus Off-Campus Student Housing Options 

PBSAs and Private Lets are the most popular off-campus student accommodation in Exeter. These are a little more expensive than on-campus student rooms but offer additional benefits such as flexible contract length, flexible move-in dates, independent social life, modern amenities along with room rent, electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security included in bills. The only differences are:

1. Purpose-built student accommodation: Average rent £500/ month

• Generally located within walking distance from the university.

• Popular University of Exeter Streatham campus accommodation options include Renslade House, Iron Bridge Studios, and The Printworks.     

2. Private Student Houses (Private Lets) with an average price of £350/month

• Generally located in residential areas, anywhere in the city.

• Recommended University of Exeter housing Charming 19th century country cottage for 2 guests and Peaceful and spacious 2 bedroom holiday home. 

Secure a Private Student Room Near the University of Exeter Without a University Offer Letter

Unite Students and Fresh Students accept advance bookings for a limited number of rooms for such students with cancellation and refund provisions. T&C is applied according to the provider. We suggest checking our cancellation and refund policies before booking a room or speaking with our multilingual student housing experts.

Popular Student Areas to Live Near University of Exeter - Streatham Campus 

1. Heavitree

Heavitree’s average rent is around £130-£150 /week i.e (£550-£650/month). It’s a 10-minute walk from campus. Some student accommodations near the University of Exeter include Exeter One, Library Lofts, Dean Clarke Lofts, and Picturehouse Apartments.  

• Walking- 10 minutes

• Bus - 5  minutes

• Cycling - 5 minutes

2. Pennsylvania Road

Pennsylvania Road’s average rent is around £115-£140/week i.e (£500-£600/month). It’s a 20-minute walk from campus. Some University of Exeter housing close to campus include Cricket Field Court, Queen Street Studios, Bonhay House, and King Edward Studios.  

• Walking- 20 minutes

• Bus - 10 minutes

• Cycling - 7 minutes

3. Whimple Street

Whimple Streets’s average rent is around £140-£165/week i.e (£600-£700/month). It’s a 5-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to the Streatham campus include Point Exe, Vita Portland House, The Kingfisher, and The Barn. 

• Walking- 5 minutes

• Bus - 2 minutes

• Cycling - 2 minutes

Benefits of Booking Off-Campus Student Rooms Over On-Campus Accommodation

• Early bird offer (Off-campus student accommodations generally give discounts or offers on early booking.)

• Unlike university accommodation, there are many student room types to choose from.

• No offer, no visa, no problem! Easy cancellation process.

• Avoid expensive last-minute private student accommodation bookings.

• Stay with your friend or partner despite being enrolled in different universities in the city.

• More privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.

• Off-campus and private facilities generally have modern facilities such as gyms, cinemas, and game rooms.