Category: Student Accomodation
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Student Digs Top the List for Property Investors
A new report has shone a light on the UK’s commercial property market, highlighting student housing as the next opportunity for landlords and investors. The mortgage lender Together released a report, “Opportunities and Outlook; the future of commercial property,” unpacking the trends and treasures of real estate investment. Student Housing The Investors’ Darling According to…
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Unite Group’s Record Demand for Student Beds Signals Bright Outlook
The Unite Group, a prominent name in the UK’s student accommodation sector, has kicked off 2024 with a bang, recording unprecedented demand for student beds. This surge reflects the company’s continued appeal and the enduring strength of the student housing market. Unprecedented Demand for Accommodation As of now, Unite Group boasts an impressive 71% of…
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Student Housing Squeeze: Rising Costs and Shrinking Spaces
The UK student accommodation sector is currently navigating through choppy waters, with rents climbing sharply and the number of available properties failing to meet the burgeoning demand. This imbalance has serious implications for students, landlords, and investors alike. A Surge in Student Rents Amidst Stagnant Loan Increases Data from StuRents, a dedicated student accommodation portal,…
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Student Tenants: A Reliable Choice for Landlords in Economic Uncertainty?
In the current climate of economic fluctuation in the UK, landlords are continually seeking stable and reliable tenants to occupy their properties. Amidst this backdrop, an intriguing perspective has been offered by Hannah Chappatte, the dynamic chief executive of Hybr, a platform dedicated to serving the student rental market. Chappatte advocates for a fresh look…
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Cities With Highest Student Rents
According to recent data from a joint study conducted by Unipol and the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI), rents for student accommodation have surged by a staggering 14.6% over the previous two academic years. To put that in perspective, the average annual rent across ten major regional university cities, namely Bristol, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool,…
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The Future of UK Student Property Investments
Investing in student accommodation has long been considered a lucrative venture, offering attractive rental yields and a consistent demand base. However, the landscape for student property investors is undergoing significant changes, influenced by evolving regulations, demographic shifts, and economic pressures. For individuals like Rakesh Parmar, who’ve built a portfolio in this niche, the path forward…
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Smaller University Towns Are Better for Student Landlords
Investing in student accommodation has long been considered a savvy move. However, recent findings suggest that setting your sights on smaller university towns could lead to even better returns. Surging Rental Yields in Student Accommodation The student housing market is showing promising signs, especially for landlords venturing into smaller university towns and cities. Paragon Bank’s…
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UK’s Student Housing Crisis: Affordability at the Brink
In recent years, UK students have found themselves battling on the frontline of an escalating accommodation affordability crisis. With the widening gap between student rents and maintenance loans, many are struggling to find reasonable housing within their budgets. Rising Rents and Falling Affordability A recent report by Cushman & Wakefield, a leading real estate services…
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UK Student Housing: The Ballooning Rent Crisis
The situation for UK university students has taken a disconcerting turn as they confront “unprecedented rent rises.” The surge in demand for student housing, combined with a static maintenance loan value meant to support living costs, has thrown many students into a financial whirlwind. In stark numbers, rents have escalated by more than 8% this…
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City Centre Student Property Looks Promising
Investing in student property has become a popular option in the UK real estate market. The demand for purpose-built student accommodation in city centres is rapidly increasing, and this trend is expected to continue in the future. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind this surge in demand and the potential benefits for…