Student Housing in St. Andrews

Student Accommodation St. Andrews

You can find any student accommodation on UniAcco, where you can compare student housing options basis price, amenities, distance from universities, features and more. Feel free to consult our super-friendly team of experts over a call, chat or email who can suggest you the top options as per your requirements. Choose from over a thousand student housing options across St. Andrews. Whether you are looking for private studios, halls or flats to share with other students, we have got it covered.

Student housing experience in St. Andrews

St. Andrews is a tiny town on the east coast of Fife in Scotland. One of the top universities in the UK - University of St Andrews, calls this place home. Life over here is centered around academics and extra-curricular. Over the years, St Andrews has attracted students from different parts of the world which has made this area a melting-pot of cultures. Students get an opportunity to meet a diverse group of people which hones their overall personality.

What makes St. Andrews unique?

The town is named after Saint Andrews the Apostle. Hence, this town has significant biblical significance. The largest cathedral in Scotland - St Andrews Cathedral, sits in this town albeit it now lies in ruins. The town is home to the University of St Andrews, the third oldest English-speaking university and the oldest in Scotland. According to some rankings, it is ranked as the second-best university in the United Kingdom, behind Cambridge.

Universities to study in St. Andrews

• University of St. Andrews

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for student accommodation?

Applying for student accommodation with UniAcco is very easy. Figure out which property you like, after that you can request to book the room or flat for the dates you need it. After clicking “Book Now”, we’ll ask you to leave your contact details so that one of our experts can call you and take you through the next steps and eventually sign the contract.

You don’t have to worry about costs as UniAcco does not charge you anything for this service, you’ll only need to pay the rent to your chosen landlord.

Can I get any options for my contract length?

Most property contracts last for one academic year. If you have a plan for a longer or shorter stay, You can contact our team and our property consultants will be surely able to provide information regarding which properties are open for different contract lengths.

Are my bills included in the rent?

This depends on the property you rent, but most of our London properties have bills included, so you're only going to pay the rent and nothing else. Remember to make sure that this is the case with the property you have chosen.

What do our different room types mean?

Ensuite: Private room with private bathroom and shared kitchen and living area.

Non-Ensuite: Private room with shared bathroom, kitchen and living area.

Studio: Private room with private bathroom as well as a kitchen.

Standard(6 bed & 4-bed sharing): Private room with shared bathroom, kitchen and living area.

Twodio: Private room (in a 2 bedroom flat) with Private bathroom and a kitchen that is shared between 2 people.

Threedio: Private room (in a 3 bedroom flat) with Private bathroom and a kitchen that is shared between 3 people.

Twin Ensuite: Room (shared between 2 people) with attached bathroom where the kitchen and living area shared with more tenants.

Dorms: 4 or more people sharing the same dormitory.

Two Bedroom and 3 bedroom Apartments: Private rooms with Private/Shared bathrooms (varying from property to property) and a communal kitchen and living area

How safe is it to rent student accommodation in the private sector?

We cautiously choose our properties before featuring on a website. Our student accommodation providers are trustworthy, and they provide housing options which are safe to use.

What is a guarantor? Do I need one?

A guarantor is a person (often a family member) that signs an agreement of being financially responsible for paying the rent in case the tenant is unable to. Many properties require a guarantor if the tenant wishes to pay the rent in instalments.

Can I schedule a tour of a property before I book?

Of course! To arrange a viewing of a property, we need you to complete an application form on our website. As soon as we have all your details, you can contact our booking experts, and they will arrange a property viewing for you.

What if my questions are not included here?

In this case, you can directly contact our property consultants. They will be happy to help you out.