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Basil House, Manchester

105, Portland St, Manchester, M1 6DN, United Kingdom

From

£302

per week

0.3 mi from City Center

( 4m. 7m. 7m)

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The Essential English Centre | 0.02 mi

Arden University | 0.08 mi

Ulster University Manchester Ca... | 0.11 mi

BPP University - Manchester | 0.12 mi

INTO Manchester | 0.14 mi

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Keyless Entry

Period Features

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About the Property

Basil House is a lovely student accommodation in Manchester that’ll make you feel at home. Offering 1-3 bedroom apartments, this beautifully restored heritage building is near many universities. Arden University takes 2 minutes to reach on foot and Manchester Metropolitan University is 11 minutes away.

Features

Basil House provides inhabitants with contemporary, roomy apartments that contain a plethora of authentic heritage elements like exposed brick, vintage steel pillars, and wooden beams. Every apartment boasts the ideal balance of distinct personality and charm, as well as a secure keyless entry system, and innovative smart technologies, and comes completely furnished.

Location and What's Hot?

Located in the heart of Manchester, this property is central to everything—entertainment areas, shops, and restaurants are within walking distance. Gaucho Manchester serves amazing Argentinian food, while Las Iguanas is known to serve Latin American cuisine. When you want to spend a night out, the Liars Club is where you should head. Keep your weekends reserved for exploring interesting nearby places like Coronation Street and Manchester Chinatown.

Commute

Staying at this student house in Manchester means that you'll never get late lectures as many bus stops are around—Dickinson Street bus stop is just a minute walk from your new home. For a longer commute, you can catch a train at Manchester Oxford Road train station which is an 8-minute walk.

Room Types (8)

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All (8)

1B (2)

Non Ensuite (6)

1B

An apartment with one bedroom, living room, kitchen, and bathroom

1 Bed - Large

Starting From:£302/week

Private Room

Private Bathroom

Private Kitchen

1 Bed - Large Penthouse

Starting From:£385/week

Private Room

Private Bathroom

Private Kitchen

Non Ensuite

A private room with a shared bathroom — Provides privacy at a more affordable price

1 Bed - Medium - Duplex

Starting From:£426/week

Non Ensuite

Private Room

Shared Bathroom

Shared Kitchen

Amenities

Security

Keyless Entry

Property Services

Period Features

Smart Technologies

Floor-to-Ceiling Windows

Bills Included

Water

Electricity

Wi-Fi

Gas

House Rules

Cancellation Policies

No Visa No Pay

For 25-26 AY & 26-27 AY:- If your visa application is rejected, you may cancel your booking by submitting valid visa rejection documents to the property team within seven days of receiving them from the visa department.

Room allocation

Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the Amber team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.

Check in guide

Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.In case of any questions or queries, please feel free to contact the Amber team, and our team will assist to ensure a smooth check-in process.

Renewal policy

Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the Amber team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.

Early check in policy

Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the Amber team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.

Payment and Fees

Pay In Instalment

For 25-26 AY & 26-27 AY:- The property offers 3 payment plans: 1. Payment in full 2. Payment in two Instalments (international guarantor accepted) 3. Payment in monthly instalments (requires a UK based guarantor)

Mode Of Payment

Credit card, debit card & bank transfer.

Guarantor Requirement

For 25-26 AY & 26-27 AY:- 1. A valid UK-based guarantor is required for students opting to pay rent in monthly installments. 2. The property accepts international guarantors for students who choose to pay the rent in full or in two installments.

Security Deposit

For 25-26 AY & 26-27 AY:- A deposit of £1000 must be paid to secure your room with the property.

Frequently Asked Questions

What utilities are included in the bills package?

Their all-inclusive utilities package covers your water, gas, electricity, and Wi-Fi bills which work out roughly at £2 per day, cheaper than the majority of mainstream providers! They also include access to communal laundry facilities free of charge for our residents.

How quickly can I move in?

How soon you will be able to move into your apartment entirely depends on your tenancy and which building you will be moving into. To find out your tenancy move-in date, please check your tenancy agreement, or contact them directly.

How is my deposit kept?

All deposits paid to the property are protected under a Custodial Deposit Protection Scheme, My Deposits.

I’ve now moved out of the property. How long until I receive my deposit back?

Once your tenancy has ended, their team will perform rental checks on the property to ensure that it has been left appropriately. After this, they will begin the process of returning your deposit to you.

Do you provide tenants insurance?

You will be responsible for purchasing your own tenant's insurance for your time with them.

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How do I report a maintenance issue?

You can report a maintenance issue on their portal.

Is there parking available?

The majority of their developments do not have any dedicated parking, however, they all have the facility nearby. The select buildings that do have parking operate on a first come first serve basis and an extra charge may be applicable, contact them directly to find out which ones.

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Basil House, Manchester

6 students enquired about this property in last 15 days

239 students shortlisted this property in last 30 days

6 students enquired about this property in last 15 days

239 students shortlisted this property in last 30 days

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Reviews5.0 (3)

Anthony

5.0

Boasting ultra-modern interiors combined with striking heritage features, the apartments benefit from large ceiling-high windows looking out over Portland Street. A big thumbs up t...Read more

Mark

5.0

They have a luxurious selection of apartments available to rent on Portland Street, Manchester bedrooms feature floor-to-ceiling units, under bed storage and lot more. Would defini...Read more

Jeremy

5.0

The student housing is a great place for those looking an all-rounder student accommodation. Their rooms are well spacious and allows enough space for tenants to stay with comfort....Read more