Student Accommodation
Bristol is a vibrant and diverse city with so much to offer - nightlife, live music & theatre, arts, sports & beautiful green spaces – which is why there are more than 54,000 students living in Bristol. Depending on the time of year, your budget, and requirements, finding private accommodation in Bristol can be challenging, but we can help you find accommodation that is right for you.
Choosing your home from home is just as important as choosing your study programme.
Although we don't offer our own halls of residence or accommodation service we work with a range of partners and providers across the city.
Congratulations on choosing to study in Bristol - it is a fantastic student city!
Bristol has, on numerous occasions, been voted one of the best student cities in the UK However, as Bristol is such a popular study destination finding accommodation can be competitive. To help you with this, we work with a range of partners (both residential and private landlords) to support you to find suitable accommodation. We recommend that you look to secure your student accommodation as soon as you make the decision to study at SGS.
All of our of halls of residence partners are located in Bristol city centre, so you’ll never be far from the action and excitement of living in our diverse and vibrant city. With regular bus and train routes to all our campuses and designated cycle routes, you’ll find it easy to navigate your way around Bristol.
Another popular option is to 'buddy up' and find private student accommodation. Bristol is fortunate to have a large student community, with private landlords opening their houses for students to rent as individuals or in small groups. Private landlord fees vary depending on location and house type. However, savings can be made by splitting bills/living costs.
Housesharing
If you are looking for a house share, we occasionally have other students who are also searching for housemates to rent a property together or to fill a spare room. House sharing can be a great way to reduce living costs, meet other students, and create a supportive living environment while studying.
Students studying on degree or university-level courses are welcome to apply to join the SGS HE Student Accommodation Facebook Group. This group is specifically for SGS Higher Education (HE) students, which helps ensure that everyone in the group is part of the same student community.
The group can be useful in several ways. For example, you might find posts from students who already have a property and are looking for someone to take a spare room, or from students who want to form a group to search for a house together. If you have already secured a property but still need housemates, the group is also the ideal place to advertise the available room and connect with other SGS HE students who are looking for accommodation.
Joining the group can therefore make it much easier to find compatible housemates, share accommodation opportunities, and stay informed about rooms becoming available within the SGS HE student community. For the link just email us @ undergraduate@sgscol.ac.uk
Examples of Accommodation Providers
*SGS College does not provide student accommodation. The providers listed are independent organisations and their inclusion does not constitute endorsement or recommendation. Students contract directly with providers and are responsible for conducting their own checks. The College accepts no liability for accommodation arrangements.
All students have their own individual needs, and houseshares aren’t always the right fit. Zest offers thoughtfully designed studios so that second, third-year and mature students can truly enjoy their living space.
Joint Student Living
Joint Student Living are a family-run landlord company, who have been offering quality, interior and architect designed houses around the UK for over 10 years. They have newly-refurbished houses ranging from 6 to 8 beds and featuring artwork by local artists.
Dwell
Hotwells House, operated by Dwell Student Living, offers non-ensuite and ensuite rooms with all utility bills & 250 Mbps Wi-Fi included in the rent. Located near the harbour, Hotwells House also offers free access to their on-site gym, and a supportive on-site team who deliver regular events in their games/social area. Dwell Student Living is conveniently located for Bristol School of Art and Bristol Zoo Project students.
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IQ Students
IQ Student Accommodation provide a central location to students living in Bristol over the age of 17 or turning 17 during the academic year they move into halls.
Balloon Lettings Company
Balloon Letting Company is a local letting agent and housing management company based in Bristol. Balloon Lets works in partnership with Big Student House.
The Propeller Quarter is a new student accommodation opening for 2026, offering modern studios and shared flats with all bills included. Located in the Brabazon area of north Bristol, it provides on-site social and study spaces and is well connected for students travelling into the city and to nearby campuses.
Accommodation partners and providers
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