Why a One-Bed Apartment Usually Costs More
Unlike Ensuites and non-en-suites, one-bedroom apartments offer maximum comfort and privacy. In one-bedroom apartments, students get the whole place to themselves. They get a bedroom, living room, kitchen, and a bathroom. This is the reason why one-bedroom apartments usually cost more. Whereas in ensuites, students only get a private bedroom and bathroom but will have to share the kitchen with the flatmates. This is why one-bedroom apartments near Edinburgh Napier University cost more than £1,200 a month, especially in-demand ones like Edinburgh Gorgie.
What £1,000–£1,200/Month Actually Gets Near Napier
|
Ensuite |
£205–£229/week |
Yes |
|
Studio |
£265–£275/week |
Just outside, or right at the top |
|
One-bedroom apartment |
Typically £280+/week |
Usually no |
What Madalina Has With Her Premium En-Suite
- A separate bedroom and a bathroom
- A shared kitchen
- All bills included
- £210-£229/week depending on exact room, well within her stated budget
If having a private space and a kitchen matters to her more than what she has signed up for right now, then she should check with a UniAcco advisor for studios and one-bed availability since pricing on these room types fluctuates closer to September.
Properties Worth Considering
If Madalina wants to compare Edinburgh Gorgie against other options near Napier, or check studio and one-bed availability elsewhere, these are worth a look:
- Edinburgh Gorgie — Madalina's own booking, from £205/week, ensuite and studio options, 1.5 miles from Napier, with gym, cinema room, and games room.
- Edinburgh Westfield — From £185/week, about 1.8 miles from Napier, spanning ensuite through studio tiers, worth comparing for anyone weighing up a slightly wider budget for more space.
- Gateway Apartments, Edinburgh — From £240/week, includes one-bedroom apartment options, though it's further from Napier (about 7 miles), useful as a reference point for what a genuine one-bed costs in the city.
Key Takeaways
- A £1,000- £1,200 per month budget is enough for a private en-suite room near Edinburgh Napier University, but it’s not enough for a one-bedroom apartment.
- At Edinburgh Gorgie, ensuite rooms typically cost £205–£229 per week, making them a good fit within this budget.
- A one-bedroom apartment with a separate kitchen and living space usually costs upwards of £280 per week at properties near Napier.
- A studio is a middle-ground option worth checking if a private kitchen matters more than what an ensuite offers.