7Rooms available
77 – 81 Penny Street
0.2 mi from centre3 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- 24/7 security
- Communal lounge
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From
£110/week
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Student accommodation in Lancaster
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£110/week
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99 – 101 Penny Street
0.2 mi from centre5 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
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From
£113/week
7Rooms available
Victoria Court
0.2 mi from centre5 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- 24/7 security
- +4 more
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From
£117/week
19Rooms available
Luneside
0.5 mi from centre7 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Gym
- Bike storage
- +6 more
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From
£155/week
13Rooms available
Gillows
0.2 mi from centre9 room types
Bills clarity24h shortlist
- Wi-Fi included
- 24/7 security
- Study space
- Communal lounge
- +4 more
Rooms available
From
£215/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.12 typesfrom £165/weekEn-suite roomsA solid middle ground: your own bathroom, shared kitchen, fewer diplomatic incidents.5 typesfrom £160/weekApartmentsGood for friend groups who already know whose turn it is to buy washing-up liquid.12 typesfrom £110/week
About Lancaster
Why students choose Lancaster
Student accommodation in Lancaster is one of the most searched-for choices for international students heading to the United Kingdom. Alongside student cities like London, Nottingham, and Bristol, Lancaster is one of the United Kingdom's core destinations for international students. We list 13 Lancaster student stays with prices from £110/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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster universities and campus links
Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster
The best areas for students in Lancaster 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 Lancaster accommodation search.
Cost of living for students in Lancaster
The cost of student accommodation in Lancaster typically starts from £110/week, and rent is usually the single biggest line item in a student's budget. Beyond rent, students in Lancaster typically budget for groceries, public transport, mobile data, and social spending.
If Lancaster 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 Lancaster
Lancaster University
Bailrigg, Lancaster LA1 4YW
Lancaster University is one of the universities students search accommodation for in Lancaster. The buildings on this page are the ones closest to its main campus, each shown with the distance to it.
Student accommodation near Lancaster UniversityUniversity of Cumbria Lancaster
Bowerham Road, Bowerham, Lancaster LA1 3JD
University of Cumbria Lancaster is one of the universities students search accommodation for in Lancaster. The buildings on this page are the ones closest to its campus, each shown with the distance to it.
Student accommodation near University of Cumbria LancasterFrequently asked questions
- Prices in Lancaster typically start from £110/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 Lancaster 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 13 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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.