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Potterrow

16-18, 22A Potterrow (Entrance on South College Street) Edinburgh EH8 9BL

Potterrow is the perfect student accommodation in Edinburgh, ideally located directly opposite the University of Edinburgh. This property offers great connectivity throughout the city, with nearby bus stations and easy access to various colleges. Whether you choose an en suite studio or a shared apartment, you'll enjoy a comfortable and convenient living experience. This student housing in Edinburgh also offers fantastic social spaces for studying and relaxation.

Location:

Potterrow student accommodation is situated at 16-18 Potterrow, EH8 9BL, in an incredible area of Edinburgh. It is just a short walk from the University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh College of Art. Other universities, such as Edinburgh Napier University and Heriot-Watt University, can be easily reached by bus. The property is surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere, with restaurants, bars, shops, and scenic views within walking distance. The excellent public transport systems, including nearby bus stations, make it convenient to explore the city.

Features:

Each room at Potterrow, Edinburgh features a spacious work area, ample storage, and a comfortable small double bed. In the studios, residents can enjoy the convenience of an en-suite shower room, a private mini-kitchen, and more. Each room is equipped with a small double bed, storage space, and a study desk. The en suite studios offer a private shower room and mini-kitchen, while the shared apartments provide a fully-fitted kitchen/living area and a bathroom with both a shower and bath. The property ensures the safety and security of residents with CCTV installed throughout.

Rooms:

Potterrow, Edinburgh student accommodation, rooms are designed with students' comfort and needs in mind, with Bronze, Silver, & Gold studio apartments available. The rent includes weekly cleaning services for the bathrooms and kitchens, taking care of the essential maintenance. Additionally, Potterrow offers great social spaces with games and a dedicated study area, fostering a vibrant and inclusive community atmosphere.

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Distance from City Centre

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Room Options

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Platinum Studio
Private Room • Private Bath • Private Kitchen
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Stay 51 weekMove in 2025-09-06Deposit £200Rent £390 / week
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Deluxe Studio
Private Room • Private Bath • Private Kitchen
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study-deskStudy desk and chair
Stay 51 weekMove in 2025-09-06Deposit £200Rent £395 / week
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Facilities in Potterrow

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Explore Beyond Potterrow

places iconEdinburgh Waverley

12 mins walk
places iconBoots Waverley Station

12 mins walk
places iconEdinburgh Bus Station

18 mins walk
places iconNational Museum of Scotland

2 mins walk
places iconSt James Shopping

17 mins walk
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Nearby Locations

  • Bar: The Brass Monkey, The Peartree, The Library Bar, The Jazz Bar
  • Entertainment: The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Festival Theatre, The Queen's Hall
  • Restaurant: Nando's, The Devil's Advocate, Spoon, Spoon Cafe Bistro
  • Shopping Centre: St James Quarter, Waverley Mall, Princes Mall, Princes Mall
  • Supermarket: Sainsbury's, Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local, Tesco Express

Location & Maps

location16-18, 22A Potterrow (Entrance on South College Street) Edinburgh EH8 9BL
4.2

5 Reviews for Potterrow

Neighbourhood
4.4
Maintenance
4.2
Amenities
4.0
Security
4.8
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4.2
4
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Edoardo Lavezzo

The rooms are quite nice. The security measures are appreciated. The updated lighting is lovely for focusing & easy on the eyes

5
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Mingxi Li

The staff are so kind and helpful. Every friend who came to visit complimented it - I can't think of a better place to live in town.

Payment Details

Booking Deposit: £200 to confirm your booking(Adjustable in rent).
Instalment Plan: You can choose between full payment, 4 instalments or Monthly. Instalment plans may vary depending on the room.
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

If the booking is cancelled by the applicant prior to it being countersigned, the Advance Rent payment will be returned. Once the booking is countersigned, Property offer a 72 hour “cooling off” period so if circumstances change, the tenant can cancel the booking subject to having not moved into the property. From the 1st August 2025 the “cooling off” period is reduced from 72 to 24 hours after the booking is countersigned.

To cancel the booking during the cooling off period, please email the Residents’ Team within 72 / 24 hours of being sent the ‘Lease Agreement Executed’ email. The tenant will then be refunded the advance rent payment. NB. This may take up to 10 working days to reach your account. If an applicant fails to get a visa to enter into the UK, they can cancel their tenancy by providing evidence of their failedvisa application. Once Property receive this, Property will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Advance
Rent.

Once the “Cooling Off” period has expired, the tenant can cancel the booking prior to the tenancy start date if:
• You have not acquired the grades to be offered a place at the chosen university.
• You have failed to achieve the grades to continue your study at university.
In these circumstances, please provide evidence (UCAS notification) to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of being notified. Once Property receive this, Property will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Advance Rent. Should you not receive notification of these criteria until after the tenancy start date, you will be responsible for all rent payments up to the date you provide us with confirmation documentation from UCAS and Property reply to confirm the release date with you.

There are no other circumstances under which Property will accept a request for a cancellation either before or during the tenancy.

It may be possible to agree an early termination of the tenancy with the Landlord on the condition that you find someone to take up a new tenancy with the Landlord for the remaining term you no longer wish to have your tenancy for. The Landlord may exercise the right to amend or vary the terms of the tenancy agreement that the new contract holder enters into, including amending the rent to be charged to the current market rate for the accommodation. If you find a replacement, Property will need to do some basic checks to confirm their eligibility to enter into the contract. Before Property will accept the new tenant, your account and all obligations need to be up to date and any rent due up to your tenancy ending will need to be paid. There will also be a charge incurred (please see Fee Schedule for details).

Once the new person has signed the Tenancy Agreement and made the first rent payment, they will take responsibility for future rent payments and all other obligations as stated in the agreement. Until this has happened you will remain responsible for the payment of rent until the original end date of the tenancy.

Instalment Plan

51-Week Tenancy Instalment Plan (Approx. Weeks Paid)
 

  • August: Payment for 8 weeks

  • October: Payment for 9 weeks

  • January: Payment for 18 weeks

  • April: Payment for 16 weeks

 

 

44-Week Tenancy Instalment Plan (Approx. Weeks Paid)
 

  • August: Payment for 7 weeks

  • October: Payment for 8 weeks

  • January: Payment for 15 weeks

  • April: Payment for 14 weeks

Frequent Asked Question (FAQ's)

What is platform fees?

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.

Is it Refundable?

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)

Will the booking fee be refunded to the student?

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.

Why should a student book with UniAcco and not directly with the Property Manager?

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.

When can I move in?

A few weeks before arrival, you will be invited to book a move-in slot by your Accommodation Team. This can be booked via our student portal once we've let you know check-in slots are available.

What is the cancellation policy?

Book online until the end of 31st July, without seeing the accommodation first, and we run a 72-hour 'Cooling-Off' period, allowing you to cancel your booking within 72 hours of completing the booking. Bookings made from 1st August for the forthcoming academic year have a 24-hour 'Cooling-Off' period. To cancel, write to or email the Accommodation Manager at your chosen location.

Can I choose a certain room?

Absolutely! Floors, flats and room numbers are available to select during the online booking process.

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