16Rooms available
Dovedale Halls: Sonoda
3.5 mi from centre3 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Bike storage
- Parking
- 24/7 security
- +1 more
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NZ$210/week
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Student accommodation in Christchurch
Stays listed
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NZ$210/week
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7 stays in Christchurch
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51Rooms available
Campus Houses
2.5 mi from centre2 room types
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- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
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17Rooms available
Dovedale Halls: Hayashi
3.5 mi from centre5 room types
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- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
- Communal lounge
- +1 more
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On enquiry
27Rooms available
Kirkwood Avenue Hall
2.5 mi from centre2 room types
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- Laundry
- Parking
- 24/7 security
- Study space
- +3 more
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On enquiry
20Rooms available
Tupuānuku
3.1 mi from centre2 room types
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- Bike storage
- Parking
- Kitchen
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On enquiry
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34Rooms available
Tupuārangi
3.1 mi from centre1 room type
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- Laundry
- 24/7 security
- Communal lounge
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21Rooms available
University Hall
3 mi from centre4 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- Parking
- +2 more
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On enquiry
About Christchurch
Why students choose Christchurch
Student accommodation in Christchurch is one of the most searched-for choices for international students heading to New Zealand. Alongside student cities like Auckland and Wellington, Christchurch is one of New Zealand's core destinations for international students. We list 8 Christchurch student stays with prices from NZ$210/week, taken from the operators themselves. What each rent includes is set by the operator and shown on the property page. We do not charge students a booking fee, and we aim to reply to every enquiry within one working day.
The best areas for students in Christchurch share three qualities: they are close to at least one major university, they have direct public transport into the city centre, and they have enough shops, cafes, and supermarkets to be practical for daily life.
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Room types, what bills included really covers, when to book, and what to check if you are arriving from abroad.
Top Christchurch universities and campus links
Christchurch hosts thousands of local and international students each academic year. When choosing where to live, prioritise a walking-distance or single-transfer commute to your specific university department, this saves 60 to 90 minutes a day of travel time.
Each Christchurch property page shows the nearest universities and the typical commute by public transport. If you know which New Zealand university you are attending, filter for properties within a 20 minute journey to make the shortlist manageable.
Best areas for students in Christchurch
The best areas for students in Christchurch share three qualities: they are close to at least one major university, they have direct public transport into the city centre, and they have enough shops, cafes, and supermarkets to be practical for daily life.
As a general rule, neighbourhoods with a high student population feel safer at night, offer part-time job opportunities in cafes and bars, and give you a built-in social scene. Ask your university's welfare office where most first-year international students live, this is usually the safest starting point for your Christchurch accommodation search.
Cost of living for students in Christchurch
The cost of student accommodation in Christchurch typically starts from NZ$210/week, and rent is usually the single biggest line item in a student's budget. Beyond rent, students in Christchurch typically budget for groceries, public transport, mobile data, and social spending.
If Christchurch rents feel steep, it can be worth comparing with cities like Auckland and Wellington: the same weekly budget often stretches further, and some New Zealand universities have satellite campuses across multiple cities.
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Frequently asked questions
- Prices in Christchurch typically start from NZ$210/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 Christchurch 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 MoJO Housing, and we list only recognised student accommodation operators. Listing details for our 8 Christchurch 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 Christchurch 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 Christchurch 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.