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Kensington House

Suffolk Street Queensway, Birmingham B1 1LN, United Kingdom

Tucked in Birmingham, Kensington House offers an exceptional student living experience. This historic building has been transformed into modern spaces with top-notch amenities & facilities, keeping students in mind. With its prime location near the top universities in Birmingham, Kensington House is the ideal choice for international students seeking a vibrant urban lifestyle.

Kensington House is a popular student accommodation in Birmingham which is located on Suffolk Street Queensway. This student-friendly area offers a whirl of activities that provide international students with a unique combination of culture and excitement. There's always something new to discover in the city, whether you're exploring its rich history or indulging in the diverse food scene. Students can easily visit the surrounding area, including the attractive countryside of the West Midlands, thanks to good public transportation links.

Location:

Kensington House is in Birmingham's busy city centre, just a short walk from many universities, including Birmingham City University and the University of Law Birmingham. Popular restaurants, cafés, and bars in the vicinity include the Bottega Prosecco Bar, Buffalo & Rye, and the Lost & Found, which are all within walking distance. Students may experience the city's rich cultural attractions, including the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Symphony Hall, and the Hippodrome Theatre, in addition to the local culinary scene. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital is conveniently accessible for any medical requirements.

Transportation:

Kensington House Student Accommodation is close to various public transportation choices. A short walk away is the Five Ways train station, which helps reach nearby cities like London and Manchester. The Broad Street and Hagley Road bus stations are also close, making it convenient for students to commute throughout the city. In addition, for students looking for other transport options, there are various taxi services and bike-sharing options in the vicinity.

Features:

Kensington House Student Accommodation in Birmingham provides a variety of facilities to help students with their academic endeavours. Residents can make use of free wifi, all-inclusive bills, and onsite facilities, including a cinema room, gaming room, karaoke room, and fully equipped gym. A secure fob entry system and 24-hour CCTV surveillance provide safety and security. There is always a dedicated maintenance crew and staff members available to solve any issues or queries. Kensington House Birmingham is a great option for students looking for a comfortable and supportive living environment, thanks to its convenient location and abundant features.

Room Types:

Kensington House Birmingham offers premium student accommodation in Birmingham's prime B1 location, featuring stylish studios and fully furnished one-bedroom apartments with modern furniture. The accommodation's spacious apartments are designed to cater specifically to students, providing them with a comfortable and high-quality living environment.

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Distance from City Centre

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Room Options

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Prestige 1 Bed Apartment
Private Room • Private Bath • Private Kitchen
Entire-PlaceEntire Place
study-deskStudy desk and chair
wardrobeWardrobe
windowWindows / Curtains
Stay 51 weekMove in 2025-09-06Deposit £100Rent £339 / week
Stay 7 weekMove in 2025-07-12Deposit £100Rent £362 / week
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Premium Studio
Private Room • Private Bath • Private Kitchen
Entire-PlaceEntire Place
Double-bedFree Dual Occupancy
study-deskStudy desk and chair
wardrobeWardrobe
Stay 51 weekMove in 2025-09-06Deposit £100Rent £262 / week
Stay 7 weekMove in 2025-07-12Deposit £100Rent £293 / week
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Facilities in Kensington House

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free-laundryFree Laundry
heatingHeating
microwaveMicrowave
electric-stoveElectric Stove
wifiWiFi
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paid-laundryLaundry Room
study-areaCommunal Relaxing & Study Area
bike-storageBike Storage
support24x7 Dedicated Support
insuranceContents Insurance
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Explore Beyond Kensington House

Birmingham New Street

8 mins walk
Birmingham Moor Street

13 mins walk
Five Ways

13 mins walk
AIGER UK LIMITED

11 mins walk
Alhambra at One Ten

10 mins walk
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Nearby Locations

  • Bar: The Orange Tree, Revolution
  • Entertainment: Curve Theatre, O2 Academy Leicester
  • Restaurant: Turtle Bay, The Smoke Haus
  • Shopping Centre: Highcross Leicester, Haymarket Shopping Centre
  • Supermarket: Tesco, Sainsbury's

Location

locationSuffolk Street Queensway, Birmingham B1 1LN, United Kingdom
4.2

4 Reviews for Kensington House

Neighbourhood
4.8
Maintenance
3.2
Amenities
3.8
Security
4.2
Value of Services
4.2
4
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Security
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Value of Service

damilola rosemary omai

Dec 9, 2020

The staff in the residence are very helpful.

4
Value of Service

Nosa Okunzgwa

Dec 9, 2020

The rooms are very spacious and appropriate for the students.

Payments


Booking Deposit: £100 to confirm a booking 
Security Deposit: £250 will be paid as a security deposit
Installment Plan: 3 termly payments(UK Guarantor) or Full payment.
Guarantor: UK Guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Pay using a Credit Card, Debit Card or Bank Transfer.

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House Policies


Cancellation Policy AY 24/25

1. We offer 7 day free cancellations which starts from when your booking is all completed. If you book on or after 1st August for the academic year due to commence in the following month of September, the Cooling-Off Period will reduce to 48 hours from the date and time you sign the Tenancy Agreement / Licence. 

If you’ve paid your deposit it’s protected through Deposit Protection Scheme (DPS) so we’ll process the return of this. The deposit refund could take up to 30 days from when we request it. Read more about DPS on our blog here.

For all charges relating to contract cancellation please view your Tenancy Agreement or email us.

2. If you need to cancel your contract, you’ll need to find someone else to take over your agreement with us. We’ll do our best to help you with this. Until you find someone, you’re bound to the contract so will have to pay the rent. You’re released from your contract once you’ve found a replacement tenant and they’ve finished their cooling off period.
For all charges relating to contract cancellation please view your Tenancy Agreement or email us.

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Kensington House FAQs

The Platform Fee is a one-time charge that prioritizes your booking and grants access to exclusive pre and post-landing services, potentially saving up to £1,500. This fee is refundable if UniAcco cannot secure the room category and property you select.
You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of payment, after which platform fees will not be refunded (To be added on Cancellation Policy also)
Fee is non-refundable in case the student decides to swap their accommodation from a non-commissionable property to a commissionable property. Platform Fee is refundable to the student if they decide to cancel their booking within the defined “UniAcco Cooling Off Period”. This period will be upto 48 hours from the months April-September and 5 days from the months October-March.
We will assist the student with the entire booking process. End-to-end handling of the cancellation process for the student. (Platform Fee won’t be refundable to the student in this scenario). Post Move-In Assistance to the student.

Absolutely! Just ensure you include their names on your application and, availability permitting, we will allocate you all to the same cluster flat. Some of our properties also offer Dual Occupancy in Studio apartments, this means couples can live together and share the costs. Please contact the property if you would like further information.

As part of your application you are asked if you have certain preferences in people you wish to share with, such as gender of flatmates. You can also add any other preferences on your application such as year of study etc. We cannot guarantee all preferences will be met and we will not discriminate when allocating rooms.

No, we do not charge a booking fee, just a refundable deposit at the time of booking.