13Rooms available
Gibson Street
1.4 mi from centre2 room types
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£179/week
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Robert Owen House
0.4 mi from centre3 room types
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£180/week
55Rooms available
Broadway Studios, Glasgow
0.3 mi from centre9 room types
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£185/week
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36Rooms available
Clyde Court, Glasgow
0.5 mi from centre5 room types
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£185/week
79Rooms available
iQ Elgin Place
0.7 mi from centre14 room types
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£189/week
Bills included
25Rooms available
Merchant Studios
0.5 mi from centre1 room type
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£189/week
16Rooms available
Riverside
0.4 mi from centre3 room types
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- Communal lounge
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£190/week
41Rooms available
Swan Residences, Glasgow
0.6 mi from centre5 room types
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£190/week
77Rooms available
iQ Cullen House
0.7 mi from centre14 room types
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£194/week
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Kelvin Court
1.7 mi from centre1 room type
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£200/week
44Rooms available
true student Glasgow
0.9 mi from centre2 room types
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£205/week
12Rooms available
George Street Apartments
0.2 mi from centre8 room types
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£208/week
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Thurso Street
1.9 mi from centre3 room types
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£211/week
10Rooms available
Willowbank
1.2 mi from centre6 room types
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£216/week
9Rooms available
333 Bath Street
0.8 mi from centre6 room types
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£220/week
31Rooms available
Woodside House
2.1 mi from centre5 room types
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£230/week
32Rooms available
The Bonnie
1.4 mi from centre6 room types
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£249/week
8Rooms available
The Glasgow Ballet School
1.2 mi from centre4 room types
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£250/week
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West End Student Accommodation
2.3 mi from centre5 room types
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£279/week
8Rooms available
Clifton & Stewart House
1.2 mi from centreRooms on request
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Firhill Court
1.7 mi from centreRooms on request
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18Rooms available
Kelvingrove House
1.6 mi from centreRooms on request
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36Rooms available
The Ice Vault, Glashow
0.3 mi from centreRooms on request
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On enquiry
About Glasgow
Why students choose Glasgow
Glasgow's student geography is settled by a single underground line. The Subway runs one circle, linking the West End where the University of Glasgow sits to the centre where Strathclyde and Caledonian are, and most commutes here are one or two stops. That matters more than it sounds, because it means the usual trade between rent and travel barely applies: you are not choosing between a cheap room far out and an expensive room near campus, you are choosing between a tenement flat in the West End and a purpose built room in town, both about fifteen minutes from everything. Glasgow is also one of the cheapest big cities on this site, and the gap is wide enough to change what you can afford to study on.
The West End around Hillhead, Kelvinbridge and Partick is the University of Glasgow's own territory: sandstone tenements, Byres Road for everything you need, and flats let room by room. Much of it is older housing rather than student blocks, so it is worth asking what the heating is and how old the windows are before you sign, because a Glasgow tenement in February is a different flat from the one you viewed in June. The city centre and Merchant City is where the purpose built towers are, and it suits Strathclyde and Caledonian students who can walk to teaching in ten minutes. Finnieston sits between the two and is where people go to eat. Dennistoun to the east and Shawlands on the Southside are noticeably cheaper, with more shared flats and a commute of fifteen or twenty minutes by bus or train, and they are where students move once they know the city.
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Tenement flat, en-suite or studio in Glasgow?
The West End is dominated by traditional tenement flats and shared private rentals, while the centre carries more managed student residences. In a managed building, compare en-suite rooms, studios and shared apartments by kitchen size, number of flatmates and included services. In a tenement, pay particular attention to heating, glazing, energy costs, stair access and who handles repairs.
A studio offers privacy but can cost considerably more than a room in a shared flat. Govan, Ibrox, Dennistoun and the Southside may offer more space for the rent, but measure the route to your campus and the last practical journey home rather than judging by distance alone.
What changes the real cost of a Glasgow room?
MoJO currently lists 47 Glasgow student stays, with published prices from £179/week. Put the full contract cost beside heating, electricity, internet, laundry and daily travel. That calculation matters in older flats, where an attractive rent can be offset by winter energy use.
Scotland uses its own tenancy and deposit rules, so do not rely on advice written for England. Confirm the agreement type, notice and cancellation terms, deposit arrangements, inventory, guarantor requirement and payment schedule before signing. For a managed residence, ask whether the quoted room and move-in date remain available.
Top Glasgow universities and campus links
Glasgow's student population is anchored by University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow Caledonian University, and Glasgow School of Art. When choosing student accommodation in Glasgow, most students prioritise the walking-distance or single-transfer commute to their own department, since it saves 60 to 90 minutes a day on lectures, labs, and evening study.
On each Glasgow property page you will see the exact minute count to nearby universities and whether the campus is served by direct public transport. If you already know your university, filter by it before comparing rooms, it saves a lot of back and forth.
Best areas for students in Glasgow
The best areas for student accommodation in Glasgow include Hillhead and the West End, Kelvinbridge and Woodlands, Partick and Hyndland, Finnieston and Yorkhill, and Merchant City and city centre. Each has a distinct mix of student housing, cafes, supermarkets, and public transport connections, so the "best" area really depends on which university you attend and what kind of neighbourhood you want to live in.
If you are new to Glasgow, aim for neighbourhoods with a high student population and good late-night public transport. Areas near your university's main campus are safest for evening walks home and mean you can lie in for 9 AM lectures.
Cost of living for students in Glasgow
The cost of student accommodation in Glasgow typically starts from £179/week, and rent is usually the single biggest line item in a student's budget. Beyond rent, students in Glasgow typically budget for groceries, public transport, mobile data, and social spending.
If Glasgow rents feel steep, it can be worth comparing with cities like London and Nottingham: the same weekly budget often stretches further, and some the United Kingdom universities have satellite campuses across multiple cities.
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Universities in Glasgow
- University of Glasgow
- University of Strathclyde
- Glasgow Caledonian University
- Glasgow School of Art
Popular neighbourhoods
- Hillhead and the West End
- Kelvinbridge and Woodlands
- Partick and Hyndland
- Finnieston and Yorkhill
- Merchant City and city centre
- Dennistoun and Townhead
Getting around
The Subway is a single circular line and it is the thing to plan around: Hillhead, Kelvinbridge and Partick on the west side, Buchanan Street and St Enoch in the centre. It is quick, it is cheap, and it shuts earlier than any metro you have used, around half past eleven on weeknights and six on a Sunday, so check the last train before you rely on it for a late library session. Buses run later and cover the gaps, the Southside is better served by train than by Subway, and the city is flat enough that a West End to centre walk along the Kelvin is a genuine option in decent weather. Queen Street and Central stations are both in the middle of town, with Edinburgh under an hour from Queen Street.
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Where students live in Glasgow
University of Glasgow
University Avenue, Glasgow G12 8QQ
University of Glasgow is one of the universities students search accommodation for in Glasgow. The buildings on this page are the ones closest to its main campus, each shown with the distance to it.
Student accommodation near University of GlasgowUniversity of Strathclyde
16 Richmond Street, Glasgow G1 1XQ
University of Strathclyde is one of the universities students search accommodation for in Glasgow. The buildings on this page are the ones closest to its main campus, each shown with the distance to it.
Student accommodation near University of StrathclydeGlasgow Caledonian University
Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow G4 0BA
Glasgow Caledonian University is one of the universities students search accommodation for in Glasgow. The buildings on this page are the ones closest to its main campus, each shown with the distance to it.
Student accommodation near Glasgow Caledonian UniversityFrequently asked questions
- Prices in Glasgow typically start from £179/week, depending on room type, location, and how early you book. Purpose-built student rooms with bills included are usually the best value overall, since utilities and WiFi are already priced in.
- For a September move-in, most students book their Glasgow accommodation between May and August. Booking earlier gives you the widest choice on room type, floor, and price. For January or summer intakes, book two to three months ahead.
- Your contract is signed directly with the accommodation provider, not with HouseForStudents, and we list only recognised student accommodation operators. Listing details for our 47 Glasgow properties come from the operator's own site and we re-check them regularly, but always confirm the price and the terms in writing with the provider before you pay. Ask the operator specifically whether your contract is a tenancy or a licence, because statutory deposit protection applies to tenancies and most purpose-built student accommodation is let on a licence.
- Purpose-built student accommodation in Glasgow commonly includes electricity, water, heating, WiFi, and contents insurance in the weekly rate, but the package is set by each operator and is not the same everywhere. Ask the operator exactly what the rent covers, and what is charged on top, before you pay anything.
- Most Glasgow PBSA properties accept either a UK-based guarantor, an international guarantor, or pay a one-time fee in lieu. If you cannot provide a guarantor, ask our team when you enquire and we will filter for properties that do not require one.
Prices and availability on this page were last checked on . Rooms and rents change often, so confirm both with the operator before you pay anything.