Question 1

What are the best areas for student houses near the University of Southampton?

Accepted Answer

The most popular areas for student houses near the University of Southampton include Portswood (very popular, close to Highfield Campus), Highfield, Swaythling, Bassett, Bevois Valley, Freemantle and St Denys. Portswood is the main student area — lively, with lots of shops and restaurants — and is within 15 minutes walk of the Highfield Campus. For Solent University students, areas closer to the city centre such as Shirley, Bevois Valley and Northam are convenient.

Question 2

How much does student accommodation in Southampton cost per week?

Accepted Answer

Student houses in Southampton typically cost between £85 and £145 per person per week (ppw) depending on location and whether bills are included. Portswood and Highfield closest to the University of Southampton typically fetch £110–£145 ppw. Swaythling and Bassett run from £95–£115 ppw. City-centre areas near Solent University tend to be £85–£110 ppw.

Question 3

Where can I find student flats to rent in Southampton?

Accepted Answer

ExeLodge aggregates student flats and houses to rent in Southampton from UniHomes, StuRents, Rightmove, AmberStudent, iStudentLets and AccommodationForStudents into one free platform. Filter by price per person per week, distance to Highfield or Solent campus, number of bedrooms and bills-inclusive options — no sign-up required.

Question 4

What is Every Student Southampton?

Accepted Answer

Every Student is a student property management company operating in Southampton. They manage a number of student houses and flats near the University of Southampton and Solent University. ExeLodge lists Every Student Southampton properties alongside listings from all other agents and platforms so you can compare them in one place.

Question 5

Are there bills-inclusive student houses in Southampton?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many Southampton landlords let student houses on a bills-inclusive basis covering gas, electricity, water and broadband. ExeLodge has a bills-inclusive filter so you can compare only all-in properties. Bills-inclusive student houses are common in Portswood, Swaythling and Bevois Valley.

Question 6

When should I start looking for student houses in Southampton?

Accepted Answer

Southampton's student letting market moves quickly. Most students start looking in November or December for houses to move into the following September. The best Portswood and Highfield properties are typically let by January. ExeLodge updates Southampton listings daily so you can act fast when the right house comes up.

Question 7

Can I check landlord reviews before renting in Southampton?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ExeLodge includes verified landlord and letting agent reviews from real Southampton students. The University of Southampton Students' Union (SUSU) and Solent Students' Union both offer free housing advice and can help with tenancy disputes.