Student accommodation in Leeds at a glance

For luxury Leeds student accommodation, check out Symons House. This contemporary development is located right in the city centre and offers single occupancy studios through to 4 bedroom apartments. It boasts an outdoor cinema, a gym, a trendy roof terrace and lots of communal spaces to chill with your friends. Symons House is less than a 10 minute walk to Leeds Beckett University and only a 17 minute walk to the University of Leeds.

If modern private student accommodation in Leeds is what you’re looking for, head to Pennine House. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, this student accommodation in Leeds city centre is a short walk to the University of Leeds and Leeds Beckett University. This contemporary accommodation offers stylish private living, a cinema room, on-site gym and plenty of study spaces for when you need to hit the books.

When looking for student flats in Leeds, it’s worth checking out iQ Marsden House. Just a 15-minute walk to the city centre, iQ Marsden House offers en-suite rooms with shared kitchen and living areas, as well as self-contained studios that have everything you need. You’ll also have access to modern study and social spaces as well as a games room, outdoor courtyard and 24-hour gym. Worried you won’t like your room? Check out our 6 cheap and easy ways to brighten up your room in student halls for some decorating tips.

If you’re after luxury when looking for student lets in Leeds, take a moment to look at Vita Student Leeds. Coming standard is your own private apartment with a private bathroom, study area, Smart TV, fully fitted kitchenette, and a large double bed. It also has a great social calendar with lots of events year round, great communal areas, a cinema room and a 24-hour gym on-site.

Leeds at a glance

• Being a large city, Leeds is home to many higher educational institutions such as the University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds Arts University as well as Leeds Trinity University, all close to great private student accommodation in Leeds.
• It’s known for its popular street culture hospitality, where it’s not uncommon for bars and restaurants to fill the streets with people socialising the time away. The most popular are Call Lane, Merrion Street, and Greek Street. For some great late night eats inspiration, check out our Drunk Food Index.
• If markets are your thing, Kirkgate Market is your place. The biggest closed market in all of Europe, this mega-complex plays host to over 800 stalls selling everything from delicious fresh food to fashion and accessories.
• Leeds is home to some stunning green space when you need to step away from your student flats in Leeds. Chill in the afternoon sun at Roundhay Park or head to Meanwood Valley Trail and explore its 7-mile nature walk.
• With such a complex and eventful history, Leeds has you spoilt for choice when it comes to museums and galleries with over 18 to choose from. It also boasts several historical landmarks such as the first-ever Marks & Spencers store.
• For those who love some live music, Leeds will not leave you wanting. With numerous live music events scattered around the city (Belgrave Music Hall being one of the most popular), you’ll always find somewhere to dance the night away.

Student travel in Leeds

Compared to other UK cities of a similar size, Leeds has fewer public transport options, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get around fairly easily. Your best options include buses and trains, which are run by Metro. It’s also worth noting the government is investing significant funds to improve the public transport system with improvements scheduled.

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By Train

Leeds might have fewer options, but it makes up for it with the sheer size of the main station in the city centre. It is the fourth-busiest railway station in the UK outside London and therefore has a large number of trains and connections, it’s also close to some student accommodation in Leeds.

By Bus

The bus is another great option for transport in Leeds. There are several bus operators which means you have extensive route options, especially campus to Leeds student halls.

Where do students live in Leeds?

Headingley 

Known for being one of the most “laid back” suburbs, it’s no wonder it’s a popular place to find student accommodation in Leeds. With an amazing mix of restaurants featuring all different cuisines, you have all the pubs and hangout spots you need right on your doorstep. Not to mention a wide range of charity shops for those amazing fashion finds, as well as Headingley Stadium just down the road for all the sports fans.

Hyde Park 

Another popular haunt for Leeds student halls, Hyde Park has everything you may need in one place. Close to Leeds University campus, Hyde Park has you spoilt for choice for cool bars and restaurants, shops and cinemas (check out Hyde Park Picture House, one of the oldest cinemas in Yorkshire), as well as parks and green space for those wanting some sunshine when they need to have a break from the books.

Woodhouse

For those of you wanting to live close to everything but want a quiet space to retreat to, Woodhouse is for you. Close to Headingley and Hyde Park, this area is right near two major universities, as well as all the bars, restaurants, and shops of the surrounding suburbs, but just out of the mix. It’s known for its leafy streets and has The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery for a little culture in between study breaks.

Holbeck Urban Village

South of the city centre, Holbeck Urban Village is a new area of urban renewal. It’s further afield from the main university campuses but is a thriving new area for those looking to explore. What’s cool about this area is the shops and restaurants are all in ex-locomotive engineering and manufacturing buildings, some dating back to the 18th century, we’re talking industrial-chic heaven.

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