The Edge
The Edge stands out as one of Leeds' premier high-end student accommodations, enjoying a prime location near the city centre, Leeds University, and several colleges. Its proximity to the institutions makes it a top choice for higher education students. The accommodation primarily offers studio apartments, each featuring private en-suite bathrooms and self-contained kitchens, ensuring enhanced student privacy.
Features:
The Edge Leeds offers fully furnished studio apartments with a range of amenities including a desk, chair, sofa, bookshelf, wardrobe, and a double bed, along with ample storage space. Each apartment is equipped with a television, allowing students to unwind after rigorous study sessions. The modern kitchen comes complete with a refrigerator, oven, microwave, and other essential kitchen utensils. En-suite bathrooms feature shower facilities, washbasins, mirrors, toilet cubicles, and towel racks. Residents can personalize their rooms to reflect their style and personality, creating a homely atmosphere in Leeds.
Additionally, The Edge Leeds provides a host of amenities including complimentary hot beverages and breakfast, a well-equipped gym, deluxe cinema, communal lounges, study rooms, games rooms, and pool tables to cater to various social and academic needs. Laundry facilities with washing machines and dryers are available in the building for a nominal fee.
Location and Highlights:
The Edge Leeds is conveniently situated within walking distance of Trinity, one of Leeds' largest shopping centres, offering a diverse array of products ranging from clothing to electronics. Nearby, the local food market provides students with access to fresh and affordable fruits, vegetables, seafood, and meats. The city centre boasts numerous Chinese restaurants serving authentic Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine, perfect for student gatherings. Leeds' central railway station is easily reachable within a 20-minute walk, providing connections to popular destinations across the UK. Convenient stores, takeaway shops, and pizzerias are also within a 5-minute walk, ensuring easy access to daily necessities.
Transport:
The Edge Leeds enjoys a convenient location within a 10-minute walk of Leeds University, 11 minutes from Leeds University Business School and Geography School, 15 minutes from Leeds University School of Media, and 19 minutes from Leeds Arts University. The nearby Kirkstall Fire Stn bus stop facilitates travel to other parts of the city. For international travel, Leeds Bradford Airport and Sheffield Airport are accessible by car, offering convenient options for students.
Security & Services:
The Edge Leeds, mistakenly mentioned in relation to student housing in Belfast, highlights a commitment to security with 24/7 CCTV and security services, plus Wi-Fi. Management addresses issues promptly, ensuring a comfortable stay. Similar student housing in Belfast offers a secure, enjoyable environment for creating memories.
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Room Options
Entire Place
Study desk and chair
Wardrobe
Private Bathroom
Entire PlaceStudy desk and chairWardrobePrivate BathroomFacilities in The Edge
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The Edge, 48 - 52 York Street, Belfast, BT15 1ASPayment Details
Deposit: £99 to confirm booking (refundable at the end of tenancy) for A.Y 2025-26. £150 to confirm booking (refundable at the end of tenancy) for A.Y 2024-25.
Installment Plan: 3 instalments or else full payment.
Guarantor: UK Based Guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Credit/Debit Card or online payment.
House Policies
Cooling off period:-
Property's full termination policy is within your online account.
You can cancel your tenancy agreement for up to 7 days after the date of your booking (the Initial Cancellation Period). We will refund the full security deposit.
Please note, £20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover any international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.
Replacement tenant found:-
If you wish to cancel your tenancy agreement after the initial cancellation period or after your tenancy has started, you will be responsible for paying the rent and any applicable fees for the full tenancy period. However, if you find a replacement tenant who is approved by the landlord and has paid both the deposit and rent, your liability will be limited to the time until the replacement tenant takes over payment. The tenancy termination will only be confirmed once the replacement tenant has completed these payments.
If a replacement tenant is found, there will be a £50 fee for updating the contract, which you’ll need to pay within 14 days or it will be taken from your deposit. Once the new tenancy begins, the landlord will release you from your tenancy agreement.
No Visa No Pay:-
INTERNATIONAL VISA APPLICANTS ONLY
Before your tenancy period has commenced:
Should you fail to be granted your Visa before the tenancy agreement has commenced, you must:
send an email from the email account you booked with to your property email address if already in residence confirming that you have failed to obtain the required Visa and that you wish to cancel the tenancy agreement, stating your full name, details of the property booked; and
send the official notification of Visa failure that you have received from UK Visas & Immigration.
These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days from the date you receive this notification, and MUST be received before 20th September for academic year bookings.
If this confirmation is not received by this date and your tenancy period has started, you will be liable for the rent from the start of the tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let. Providing property receive the correct documentation in the stated time period, you will be released from the tenancy agreement and your deposit will be refunded.
After your tenancy period has commenced:
If your Visa is revoked after collecting the keys you must notify the property team immediately (within 48 hours of receiving official notification) by emailing to your property email address if in residence.
You will be required to provide written or email confirmation that the Visa has been revoked by providing official documentation from UK Visas & Immigration, and a letter from the University confirming your release.
You will be unable to remain at the property however will be held rent liable until a suitable replacement tenant is found, or until the end of any applicable legal notice period that applies under current legislation.
No Place No Pay:-
1ST YEAR APPLICANTS AND 1ST YEAR POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY
If you are a prospective first year Undergraduate or Postgraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University or Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University or Higher Education Institution because you do not achieve the required entry grades, you may be eligible to be released from
this agreement.
You must provide written evidence from the University that you do not have a place within 3 calendar days of your results being published (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner). We will release you from the contract without penalty and refund the deposit paid.
You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year Undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different university because you have exceeded your expected grades.
To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you must:
send an email from the email account you booked with to your property email address if already in
residence confirming that you wish to cancel your booking, stating your full name, details of the property booked;
send the written rejection letter from your chosen university/college or UCAS, a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved, or a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner) from the date your results are published.
On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and process the refund of your deposit in full within 30 days.
If you fail to provide the information within 3 days, you will remain liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
The Edge FAQs
Yes, we accept bookings for those turning 18 in the first semester, with an adult co-signatory on the tenancy agreement. Policies for under-18s vary by property.
No, pets of any kind are not permitted at properties, except registered assistance dogs.
Most belongings are allowed, but non-UK-compliant electricals, like rice cookers, may pose fire risks.
If you are a qualifying full-time student, you will be exempt from paying Council Tax. You must provide us with your council tax exemption certificate, which your university can arrange. If you do not have this upon moving in due to not enrolling on your course, please bring the name of your university and your university student ID number.
Recycling is one of the best ways for you to have a positive impact on the world. It's crucial for both the natural environment and us. We have provided recycling and refuse bins throughout your accommodation to make being eco-friendly easy for you. Ensure you empty packages completely and give them a quick rinse before recycling. Put items in the correct bin to avoid contaminating the waste load. Examples of recyclables include plastics, cardboard and paper, and aluminium and steel.
Deposits vary by property and once paid, they are secured in a deposit protection scheme throughout the academic year. The deposit cannot be used towards rent instalments during your tenancy.
Your deposit is securely placed in a deposit protection scheme for the academic year. At the end of your contract, the deposit will be returned to you, subject to the terms of the contract.
