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Adjacent to Upperton Road, Albion Court is located near both Leicester and De Montfort University with a host of shops and amenities on your doorstep.
Albion Court is situated in a fantastic location in the city centre, meaning its ideally placed for lectures as well as the Universitys amazing facilities and the student-focused town centre. There are plenty of shops and restaurants on your doorstep, not to mention great transport links to the other student cities of the Midlands, the rest of the UK and airports if youre travelling further afield.
This Classic student accommodation in Leicester offers 105 en-suite rooms. With your study room, a welcoming community and a great common room, Albion Court offers everything you need for your time at university in Leicester.
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distance to
- The University of Leicester is 10 minutes drive from the property.
- De Montfort University is only 13 minutes walking distance away.
- University of Leicester Medical School is 8 minutes drive.
- Leicester Royal Infirmary is only 13 minutes walk from Albion Court student housing.
- Leicester general hospital is approx. Fifteen minutes drive away.
- If you are in a mood to have a great meal, you can head to Antalya Restaurant, which is a short walk away.
- After a long tiring day at the University, you can chill with your friends in the Western, which is a 2 minutes walking distance away from the Albion Court.
Apartment Amenities
Community Amenities
Configurations
Room Facilities
A spacious Classic en-suite, 13m2 in with a double bed, wardrobe, storage space and a study desk. Clusters are arranged with 5 rooms to a shared kitchen.
Room features
Deluxe en-suite, up to 15m2 in with a double bed, wardrobe, storage space and a study desk. Clusters are arranged with 5 rooms to a shared kitchen.
Deluxe en-suite wet room, up to 16m2 with a spacious wet room en-suite, double bed, wardrobe, storage space and a study desk. Clusters are arranged with 4 rooms to a shared kitchen.
Room Facilities
This large Studio apartment offers a kitchenette, lounge leading to a separate bedroom with double bed, study desk, storage and en-suite.
Booking Details
Cancellation Policy:-
Full termination policy is detailed for you within the booking section of our website. Please read it carefully and ensure that you fully understand it.
You can cancel your booking up to 14 days after you accept your offer or pay your deposit (the Initial Cancellation Period), which reduces to 7 days from 1st August ahead of the academic year being booked, providing you have not already moved in to the property and they will refund your security deposit in full. Deposits will normally be refunded within 28 working days of cancellation, however our legal obligation as a landlord is to secure all deposits with a third party protection scheme. In the event that your deposit has already been sent to the protection scheme by the time you cancel your booking, your refund could take up to 60 days to be refunded due to the protection schemes processing period and your deposit refund will come directly from them you will need your repayment ID which will be sent to you directly by the protection scheme. If the deposit has already been sent to the deposit protection scheme, unfortunately, they are unable to influence their processing time.
If you cancel your booking after the 14 day Initial Cancellation Period (7 days after 1st August), you will remain liable for the weekly rent (for each and every week or part week) until they are able to re-let the room. If we are able to re-let the room they will release you from the agreement upon payment of a GBP 250 release fee which they will recover by retaining your deposit (which will not, therefore, be returned). If you have paid a lower deposit amount, thats the amount that will be retained.
Please note, GBP 20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover any international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.
If you cancel your booking after the Initial Cancellation Period, you remain liable for the weekly rent (for each and every week or part week) until you are able to find another tenant that is acceptable to Homes for Students and they are able to re-let the room. The replacement tenant must be over the age of 18 and a have the necessary student status (it is your responsibility to find another tenant and provide them with the correction information). If you find a suitable replacement tenant and the room is re-let they will refund your deposit, less any appropriate charges, as well as a deduction of GBP 50 for the variation of the contract.
Payment Details
Booking info:-
-Pay a deposit to secure your room.
Mode of Payment:
If you have a valid UK Guarantor, you can choose to pay your rent in three instalments, which are due in September, January and April.
If you dont have a valid UK Guarantor, you are required to pay the full rent in August, 1 month prior to your contract start date.
Please note you must have paid the rent due by the time you arrive to check in.
Other instalment options may be available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I live here?
You must be a full-time student, and be 18 years or older to live in the property. You can book with this property whether you have a conditional or unconditional offer. However, please be aware of the cancellation policy prior to booking should your place at university not yet be confirmed.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not permitted in the buildings.
Can I choose who I live with?
If you are applying to live with friends, please ensure that you enlist the details of friends that you would like to live with in the booking form with us.
Can I request to move rooms during my tenancy?
You would need to make a formal request to the accommodation team of the property you are residing at. If you request to move rooms during your tenancy please note there is a room move admin fee of 50.00, you would also be issued with new documents confirming the details of the room move.A room move would be impacted by the availability at the time of the request and if there is a waiting list for the requested room or flat type.Should your requested room move result in moving to more expensive accommodation then yourself and the Guarantor shall be liable to pay the higher rent from the date the Tenant is given access to the more expensive accommodation.
Do you provide summer accommodation?
Yes, the summer accommodation of the same provider usually opens around March.
Do I have to move out in the holidays?
No, your room is yours for the full contract period! You wont have to move out in the holidays, so you wont have to remove your belongings every term.
How do I book a viewing?
You can book a viewing of any selected property by sending us an email.
How do I cancel or re-arrange my viewing?
By dropping us an email for the same.
Can I book a room without a viewing?
Absolutely. However, we would always recommend booking a viewing wherever possible.
How long does a viewing take?
Usually up to 30 minutes. However, the sales team are always happy to spend as much time as is needed assisting you with your booking.
What will I be shown on my viewing?
All communal areas and room types requested (dependent upon availability).
I'm in a different country, how do I view a property?
All the properties of the provider have access to Skype option, so you can view a property from wherever you want. Just drop us an email the date & time that suits you and they would arrange a viewing for you.
What do I do if Im a first-year student and Im still waiting for my exam results?
If you are still waiting for your exam results and youre not sure whether your place at university is confirmed, dont worry! You can still apply. You just need to ensure that if you do not get your place at university, you let us know on your chosen property in writing a maximum of 3 days after the A Level results day, to cancel your booking. You must provide a UCAS letter to verify your change in circumstances. In this instance, you will receive a full refund of your deposit. If you dont let us know within 3 days, your tenancy agreement will remain in place, and you will be liable for the rent on your room for the entire contract period.
Can I book if Im under 18?
The bookings from students who are under 18 are accepted only if they will turn 18 in the first term of the academic year. Unfortunately, for health and safety reasons, applications from students who wont turn 18 in their first term are not accepted.
What is included in my rent?
All utility bills are included in your rent such as gas, electricity and water and unlimited wifi*. However, your TV license is not included and this is the sole responsibility of the resident as this is not classed as a utility.
Can I pay my rent from overseas?
You can pay your rent either online, or by bank transfer depending on your chosen property. Please note that if you make your payment using a credit card or an overseas debit card, you will be required to pay a surcharge of 1.5%.
Can I pay my rent weekly?
The largest instalment plan is 10, the total contract value is divided into 10 equal amounts and this is paid across 10 months.
What do I need to provide to be a guarantor?
Please note to be a guarantor you must be in full time employment or a homeowner and lived in the UK (England or Wales) for more than 5 years.You can provide:A copy of proof of identity (with photograph) such as: A copy of proof of address (less than 3 months old) such as: Utility bill statement (i.e. Electricity, Water, Telephone)
- Passport
- Driving License
- ID Badge
- Bank statement
- Council tax bill for current year
Can I move in before I pay my rent?
Students who are up to date with their rental schedule are only allowed to move in early.
What do I do if my student loan hasnt arrived yet?
A deferred rent payment option is available for students paying their rent instalments with student finance.Please note the following steps in order to request a deferred rent instalment plan if you are student who has rebooked to live in a Homes for Students property. In order to defer your 1st, 2nd and 3rd rent payments you will be required to do the following: There is no additional charge for the deferred payment plan for rebooking student
- Provide evidence of your student loan finance schedule, showing when you will receive your 1st payment, please forward this by email to the property you will be living at in September.
- Make a payment of 2 weeks rent, 14 days prior to your contract starting, the date of your tenancy can be found on your tenancy agreement.
- The 2 week rent payment will be deducted from the 1st instalment and the remaining balance will need to be paid in line with the date your student finance will be paid.
- You will also need to advise if you wish to defer the date of the 2nd and 3rd rent payments in line with your student finance, this request also needs to go to your property team.
Do I need a guarantor?
If you wish to pay your rent in three instalments, you will need a guarantor. Your guarantor must be a homeowner or in full-time employment.
What happens to my deposit?
Your deposit is placed into a Deposit Protection Scheme, where it is held safely throughout the academic year.
When do I get my deposit back?
Your deposit will be returned to you after your tenancy agreement has ended and your room has been inspected. The amount returned to you will depend on any outstanding charges and any damages found in your room or the communal areas in your flat. Please see your tenancy agreement for more information. The deposit can take up to 30 days to get credited