The average weekly cost for student accommodation in Leicester is around £100. 

You can pay via several transactional modes, including net banking or through your debit card. We also have our own payment portal at Casita, where we can assist you with the entire payment process. 

Yes, you can pay in instalments. However, some providers may require you to have a UK guarantor. Refer back to your accommodation expert for further help on the matter.

It depends on the provider. Several Leicester student accommodation options offer essential utilities such as electricity, water, and gas in the rent, while some also offer Wi-Fi and insurance at no extra cost. Again, however, referring to the listing pages or contacting an accommodation expert for the specific rent inclusions is recommended.

Yes, students who book early or a while in advance are eligible for good discounts and pay lower rent in Leicester. You can also save on rent by making a group reservation. Other offers are constantly available; we recommend you keep an eye out for the latest ones on our website! 

A guarantor is a person who signs the rental contract with you and commits to paying your rent if you are unable to do so yourself. A guarantor is most often a family member, but it can be anyone. Most UK landlords require you to have a guarantor, so you’ll probably need to find one if you’re moving to Leicester.

Once you enquire on our website, one of our accommodation experts will contact you to proceed with the booking of your room of choice or offer you alternatives if the room is not available for your dates. To enquire, simply choose a room and click on the " Enquire" button, then fill out the enquiry form you see in front of you.

While searching for a Leicester student accommodation, you want to look for places that offer all-inclusive bills, as well as fully-furnished accommodation options, accommodation close to your university of choice, and student homes that have the basic amenities you might need. 

Leicester has a variety of neighbourhoods that are close to its numerous university and college campuses. Students will be able to find good and affordable student accommodation in Leicester with ease in areas like Oxford St, Jarrom St, Eastern Boulevard, Newarke Street, Marble Street, Castle Street, and Grange Lane.    

The types of student accommodation in Leicester vary and range from PBSAs (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation) to private lets and co-living spaces. 

The available room types in Leicester student housings range from single rooms, double rooms, triple rooms, and en-suite rooms, to private flats, apartments, Leicester student studios, and penthouses. 

Using Casita’s services, you can easily find fully-furnished rooms in Leicester that are fitted with the essentials of a bed, a wardrobe, a study area with a desk and a chair, a bathroom, and a fully-equipped kitchen.

Casita offers many student accommodation options that allow students to see the property either through online viewings through Skype or Zoom or through virtual tours of the property so you can take a look at your new home before moving in.

When booking student accommodation in Leicester, you can get around the city through its various transport links. There is a comprehensive network of bus and train services in the city.

Typically, dual occupancy refers to accommodations that are generally one or two-bedroom properties, where more than one person is allowed to stay at either the same price or a slightly higher fee.

Most student accommodation providers have now intensified their cleaning and sanitising measures of student apartments and communal areas; some providers offer weekly cleanings free of charge. Ask your accommodation expert for further details on the COVID measures implemented in your building of choice.

Landlords are carefully and thoroughly vetted before being posted to our websites. We always choose the safest and most trustworthy options for students. 

Most of our available options for Leicester accommodation, specifically PBSAs (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation), are safe and secure, with additional safety measures, like CCTV and a security team being used and with students’ safety being taken into account. 

Only students are allowed to book with Casita. Students over the age of 18 can easily find a fitting student accommodation in Leicester, while students under the age of 18 can also book with Casita but might require guidance from accommodation experts to find a fitting accommodation. 

While some student flats may allow for parents or guardians to stay over, every student residence in Leicester has its own set of rules and regulations regarding hosting outsiders. We recommend you either check with the provider or contact an accommodation expert to get all the information you need. 

Mostly, this depends on the provider and the specific accommodation you choose. In most cases, you can rent a Leicester student apartment with your friends. You may, however, be charged a small fee to do so, or you can rent a dual occupancy unit.

At Casita, we try our best to find student accommodation that meets all your priorities and preferences. If you happen to not like your residence due to any unforeseen circumstances, referring back to us and the provider is recommended, as cancellation policies vary from one provider to another.