10Rooms available
Eclipse, Cardiff
0.6 mi from centre10 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Study space
- +3 more
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From
£134/week
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23 places in Cardiff
10View rooms
12Rooms available
Crown Place, Cardiff
0.3 mi from centre10 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +6 more
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From
£153/week
18Rooms available
Ty Pont Haearn
0.5 mi from centre4 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
- +5 more
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From
£155/week
34Rooms available
Canvas The Parade
0.6 mi from centre2 room types
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- Gym
- Study space
- Communal lounge
- Cinema room
- +1 more
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From
£167.45/week
60Rooms available
Howard Gardens
0.6 mi from centre10 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +8 more
Rooms available
From
£169/week
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Prices below use currently visible listings. Useful enough to guide you, not a sacred contract carved into rent.
StudiosFor students who want privacy and the joy of being personally responsible for every dish.66 typesfrom £134/weekEn-suite roomsA solid middle ground: your own bathroom, shared kitchen, fewer diplomatic incidents.34 typesfrom £150/weekApartmentsGood for friend groups who already know whose turn it is to buy washing-up liquid.26 typesfrom £149/week
69Rooms available
Zenith
0.5 mi from centre15 room types
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- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
- +8 more
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From
£169/week
18Rooms available
Adam Street Gardens
0.6 mi from centre3 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +7 more
Rooms available
From
£173/week
12Rooms available
Livin
0.6 mi from centre6 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Kitchen
- En-suite
- Bills included
- +1 more
Rooms available
From
£175/week
11Rooms available
The Bakery
0.5 mi from centre1 room type
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
- +5 more
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From
£175/week
17Rooms available
Arofan House
0.7 mi from centre3 room types
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- Laundry
- Bike storage
- Parking
- 24/7 security
- +11 more
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From
£180/week
40Rooms available
Bridge Street Exchange
0.3 mi from centre15 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +8 more
Rooms available
From
£180/week
10Rooms available
Clodien House
1.6 mi from centre1 room type
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- Parking
- +5 more
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From
£193/week
43Rooms available
The Fitzalan
0.5 mi from centre3 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +9 more
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From
£199/week
30Rooms available
North Court
2 mi from centre5 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- Parking
- +9 more
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From
£229/week
68Waitlist only
Park Place Student Accommodation
0.3 mi from centre4 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- 24/7 security
- +5 more
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From
£244/week
10Waitlist only
Alwyn Court
0.4 mi from centre4 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +8 more
Waitlist only
Pricing
On enquiry
Allocated by university
13Allocated stay
Blackweir Lodge
0.9 mi from centreRooms on request
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
- +7 more
Allocated stay
Pricing
On enquiry
Allocated by university
Allocated stay
Cambrian Point
1 mi from centreRooms on request
Bills clarity24h shortlist
- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
- +5 more
Allocated stay
Pricing
On enquiry
16Fitz & Knox - Student
0.6 mi from centreRooms on request
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- Gym
- Bike storage
- Study space
- Communal lounge
- +4 more
Pricing
On enquiry
8Waitlist only
Northgate House
In the city centre15 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +8 more
Waitlist only
Pricing
On enquiry
Allocated by university
9Allocated stay
Severn Point
1 mi from centreRooms on request
Bills clarity24h shortlist
- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
- +6 more
Allocated stay
Pricing
On enquiry
5Waitlist only
Summit House
0.3 mi from centre4 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +9 more
Waitlist only
Pricing
On enquiry
6Waitlist only
Windsor House
0.3 mi from centre11 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +9 more
Waitlist only
Pricing
On enquiry
About Cardiff
Why students choose Cardiff
Student accommodation in Cardiff is one of the most searched-for choices for international students heading to the United Kingdom. Alongside student cities like London, Nottingham, and Bristol, Cardiff is one of the United Kingdom's core destinations for international students. We list 23 Cardiff student stays with prices from £134/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 Cardiff 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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Top Cardiff universities and campus links
Cardiff 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 Cardiff property page shows the nearest universities and the typical commute by public transport. If you know which the United Kingdom university you are attending, filter for properties within a 20 minute journey to make the shortlist manageable.
Best areas for students in Cardiff
The best areas for students in Cardiff 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 Cardiff accommodation search.
Cost of living for students in Cardiff
The cost of student accommodation in Cardiff typically starts from £134/week, and rent is usually the single biggest line item in a student's budget. Beyond rent, students in Cardiff typically budget for groceries, public transport, mobile data, and social spending.
If Cardiff 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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Nearby universities
Where students live in Cardiff
Cardiff University
Park Place, Cardiff CF10 3AT
Cardiff University is one of the universities students search accommodation for in Cardiff. The buildings on this page are the ones closest to its main campus, each shown with the distance to it.
Student accommodation near Cardiff UniversityCardiff Metropolitan University
Llandaff Campus, Western Avenue, Cardiff CF5 2YB
Cardiff Metropolitan University is one of the universities students search accommodation for in Cardiff. The buildings on this page are the ones closest to its main campus, each shown with the distance to it.
Student accommodation near Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityUniversity of South Wales Cardiff
18 Custom House Street, Castle, Cardiff CF10 1AP
University of South Wales Cardiff is one of the universities students search accommodation for in Cardiff. The buildings on this page are the ones closest to its campus, each shown with the distance to it.
Student accommodation near University of South Wales CardiffFrequently asked questions
- Prices in Cardiff typically start from £134/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 Cardiff 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 23 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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.