Starting Your Search

They say that you don’t know somebody until you live with them… and they couldn’t be more right. So, it’s really important to make an informed decision when it comes to deciding who you’ll be living with next year.

Think about people’s habits, hobbies, routines and personalities. And remember, there is no set rule to say that you must live with the same people you’re living with now. If you’re looking for a housemate, download the Housr app, where you can find potential housemates, explore private rented housing options, listed by University-approved landlords, and so much more.

Think about how many people you’d like to live with, then only search for properties with the correct number of rooms. It may be tempting to get a bigger house, but if you have no one to fill the extra rooms you’ll have to pay more in rent.

Agreeing a Budget

There are a few costs you will need to consider once you’ve agreed on your property.

Your household bills should be set out in your contract, but you might want to pay for extras like WIFI and extra TV channels. You will also need to set yourselves up with a TV licence (this applies to all devices that you may be live streaming on whether you have a TV, computer, tablet, or mobile phone). Work out how you plan on sharing the cost of these things and who will be setting up the direct debit.

Remember everyone has different financial circumstances and it is important that you are honest from the start about what you can afford. There are houses available for all budgets, so ensure you are taking into consideration everyone’s personal budget.