About the Property
Canalside, Birmingham is a spacious student accommodation in Birmingham. This property offers En-suite and studio rooms to choose from. When you search for student accommodation Birmingham and Canalside, Birmingham pops up, you know you have to check it out! Located on Lower Loveday St, this property offers en-suite rooms and two bedroom apartments while being just 4 minutes from Ashton University, 5 minutes away from University College Birmingham and a 13 minute drive from University of Birmingham . You can choose from a variety of room types, from shared apartments to studio apartments, so you can find the perfect living arrangement for your needs and budget.
Canalside, Birmingham is a top student accommodation in Birmingham, It is also situated near many of the city's key attractions, including universities, shopping centres, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Additionally, it has a vibrant and inclusive community, with plenty of social activities, cultural events, and green spaces to enjoy. The apartments are spacious and contemporary, with a variety of top-notch amenities and a supportive community. Whether you're studying, discovering the city, or just seeking enjoyment, you'll find everything you need just steps away. Canalside, Birmingham is a great choice for students because it offers a range of benefits, including affordable housing, convenient location, easy access to public transportation, low cost of living , and a welcoming and inclusive community.
Features
Canalside, Birmingham lets you choose from a range of rooms and shared apartments that are fully furnished with a comfortable bed, personal study table and chair, wardrobe, and a mirror to check if youre on point. Canalside, Birmingham is a popular accommodation with various room types which have a double bed, study desk, wardrobe with ample storage space, private bathroom, and a shared kitchen. Other amenities include a spacious well-equipped gym and a cosy common room for students to relax and socialise. Study hard when exams are nearby in the study room and refresh your mind after playing a match with friends in the games room. Free high-speed wifi and laundry facilities are also included in the rent. Another advantage of staying at Canalside, Birmingham is the availability of a spacious on-site gym, which is available to all students. This provides a convenient way for students to stay active and release stress after a long day at university.
Take a break after a busy week and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with having on-site laundry facilities and all-inclusive rent that covers your bills. Each room is designed for comfort and convenience, featuring comfortable beds, ample wardrobes, study desks and chairs, and private bathrooms, all with free high-speed Wi-Fi. If you're in the mood for socialising, you can use the outdoor space to plan gatherings with others.
Location and What's Hot?
If you're looking to immerse yourself in a lively and thrilling student life in Birmingham, look no further! Canalside, Birmingham student accommodation is the ideal spot for you in one of the best cities for students. With modern and well-appointed facilities, you'll have everything you need right at your fingertips. If you're considering Canalside, Birmingham student accommodation, you'll be happy to know that you're in close proximity to some fantastic universities in Birmingham! The University of Birmingham is just a quick 6-minute walk away, so you won't have to worry about a long commute to get to your classes. Birmingham John Moores University is also within reach, with a 7-minute walk away.
Birmingham has one of the best restaurants. Whether you fancy a nice hearty breakfast after a big night out, or a quick bite with friends, Grand Central Kitchen has many mouth-watering meals on offer. Everyone loves a good juicy flame-grilled burger, if you're a big fan of stacking your burger with loads of tasty toppings, The Meat Shack is the place for you! The city is always changing and developing their nightlife scene, so if you're after a traditional pub setting or a cocktail in a trendy bar, Birmingham will have the answer. The Mill is Digbeths bar and live music venue, situated in a large warehouse space with an amazing open-top roof garden. Located on the buzzing Broad Street, PRYZM being the biggest night club in town features home-grown and international DJs performing hip hop, RnB and mash up in 4 different rooms of music.
Canalside, Birmingham is in an unbeatable location in Birmingham, ensuring that you won't miss a beat of the city's vibrant atmosphere. If you want to know more about how to book an accommodation, you can read the student housing guide. You can check out more things to do in Birmingham.
Commute
If you're looking for student accommodation in Birmingham that makes it a breeze to get to and from college, then Canalside, Birmingham is the best place to live in Birmingham for you! The town has a well-connected public transport system that can take you to any place in the city and works efficiently at all times. Lower Loveday St is the nearest bus stop to the accommodation, which is around the corner and Birmingham Snow Hill is the nearest train station. Canalside is a student housing in Birmingham that will always be open to welcoming students from around the world!
Whether you're heading to college or returning home for the holidays, you'll have plenty of options. Buses, trains, the metro, and even bikes are all available to use. When it comes to trains, Birmingham has three main stations: Snow Hill for Aston University, Moor Street for Birmingham City University, and the newly redeveloped Birmingham New Street station. The University of Birmingham also has its own station, which is the only one in the UK built specifically for a college. When it comes to public transportation, the metro system run by National Express West Midlands is efficient and covers most of the city. You can plan your route easily with the Birmingham Journey Planner or the Citymapper app, so you can get wherever you need to go with ease.
What will you get
Common Amenities
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I live here?
Are pets allowed?
Can I choose who I live with?
Can I request to move rooms during my tenancy?
Do you provide summer accommodation?
Do I have to move out in the holidays?
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?
How long does a viewing take?
What will I be shown on my viewing?
I'm in a different country, how do I view a property?
What do I do if Im a first-year student and Im still waiting for my exam results?
If youre 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?
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?
What do I need to provide to be a guarantor? Who can be a guarantor?
- Be a resident in the UK
- Driving License
- Be over 21 years of age
- Be a homeowner or in full time employment)
- Provide a copy of photographic identification, such as a passport, driving licence or ID badge
- Provide a copy of proof of your UK address which must be less than 6 months old, such as a utility bill (e.g. electricity, water, gas, telephone), a bank statement or a Council Tax bill.
Can I move in before I pay my rent?
What do I do if my student loan hasnt arrived yet?
There is no additional charge for the deferred payment plan for rebooking studentA 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 this property. In order to defer your 1st, 2nd and 3rd rent payments you will be required to do the following:
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?
What happens to my deposit?
When do I get my deposit back?
How do I book a room?
To book a room, create an online account [link] and log in. Select the academic year you wish to book for, then you can choose the property, your room, and tenancy length, pay your deposit, and accept the room offer within a few minutes. If you have any special requests or requirements, please use the 'Create Application' route.
Once an application is processed and a room offer is made, you have 3 calendar days to accept the offer and pay the deposit. Once these steps are done, the booking is complete, and you have entered a legally binding contract.
You should be certain that you understand the terms of this legally binding contract before accepting it.
If one of the steps is not completed within the 3 days, the offer will expire and be removed. An offer can be reissued if necessary, but there is no guarantee that the same room will be available, or that the same price or promotion will be available.
Can I apply for dual occupancy?
Dual occupancy is available on most rooms over 23sqm. Both occupants would need to apply and mention in their application that they are applying for dual occupancy so that the price can be amended. The price would be the total rent plus an additional £50 and then divided by two for each occupant’s weekly cost unless otherwise stated.
What do I do If I'm a post year graduate student and I'm still waiting for my exam results?
These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days from the date your results are published. On receipt of the required documentation it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and refund your deposit in full.If you’re still waiting for your exam results and you’re not sure whether your place at university is confirmed, don’t worry, you can still apply.
If you are a prospective first year Postgraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University or Higher Education Institute is withdrawn by the University or Higher Education Institute because you do not achieve the required entry grades, you may be eligible to be released from this agreement.
You must provide written evidence from the University that you do not have a place within 3 days of your results being published (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner) and we will release you from the contract without penalty and refund the deposit paid.
You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year Undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different University because you have exceeded your expected grades. To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you will need to supply us with a copy of:a written or email confirmation that you wish to cancel your reservation, stating full name and full details of the property booked;
a written rejection letter from your chosen university/college or UCAS, a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved, or a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
What If I want to cancel my booking?
Our full termination policy is within your online account.
You can cancel your tenancy agreement for up to 14 days after the date of your booking (the Initial Cancellation Period). For bookings made from 1st August to 30th September ahead of the academic year the booking is for, the Initial Cancellation Period reduces to 7 days. We will refund the full security deposit.
Please note, £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 property and we are able to re-let the room. The replacement tenant must be over the age of 18 and 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 we will refund your deposit, less any appropriate charges, as well as a deduction of £50 for the variation of the contract.
How do you allocate rooms?
When applying for a room you will be asked a series of questions to determine the type of room/flat that you require, along with any special requests you may have. Please note that special requests cannot be guaranteed except where you have disability as defined and covered under the Equality Act 2010. We will attempt to meet your allocation needs as far as practicably possible, should you have a defined disability.
If you have a disability, medical condition or special request that affects your accommodation requirement please inform us in the additional notes section when completing your application, either online or by paper form.
You are encouraged to disclose any special requests for your stay such as your preferences regarding culture, religion, sex, gender, etc. to enable us to make an informed decision about your room allocation. Where appropriate, an applicant may be prioritised through the allocation categories as a result of disclosing a disability to us.
Does this property comply with the scottish letting agent code of practice?
Yes we do.
Does my rental price includes room cleaning?
Room cleaning services are available at some properties for an additional charge, unless stated as being included with the rent.
What can I bring?
You can bring most of your belongings but some electricals aren't suitable for our properties. Non UK compliant electricals such as rice cookers are not suitable for use with UK power outlets and this can cause fire risks.
When you come to pick up your keys you need to bring some photographic ID.
Can I choose my room?
If you follow the ‘book now’ process you can select the room of your choice or you can make special requests within the ‘create application’ route which we will do our best to accommodate, however all requests and subject to availability and conditions.
Can I move in before my contract?
If you wish to arrive earlier than your contract start date, you need to email or call the sales team of this property. If early arrival is possible your contract will be adjusted and you will need to accept it then pay the additional charges prior to arrival. Please note, not all requests can be accommodated.
Does my rental price include insurance?
Contents insurance is included at some properties, which will be shown on the property page and details of the insurance can be obtained from the property manager when you check in. If you wish to confirm whether the property offers contents insurance, please contact the property team directly. Please note we advise taking out contents insurance if it is not included at your property and is not liable for the loss or damage of your personal belongings and room contents.
Do I need to pay council tax?
If you are a qualifying full time student, you will be exempt from paying Council Tax. You must provide us with your council tax exemption certificate which your university will be able to arrange.
If you do not have this when you move in because you have not yet enrolled on your course, please ensure that you bring with you the name of your university and your university student ID number.
Does my rental price include car parking?
On-site car parking is available at some properties, but is not included within the rental price unless explicitly stated and confirmed in writing. Payments for car parking permits are separate to your tenancy agreement. Please speak to the property team if you wish to purchase a car parking space. Car parking spaces are very limited and are strictly on a first-come first-served basis.
Does this property have client money protection scheme in place?
Yes we do. this property uses Protection Mark as the provider.
Looking for student finance?
Make sure you contact the Student Finance company for more information on what you are eligible for.
having problems connecting to the internet in this property?
This property has two internet providers, Ask4 or Glide.
Please contact property manager for more information.
How do I pay my rent?
- We always recommend making your rent payments through your account page through property portal.
You may also make payment by bank transfer. Please contact your property team directly or request bank details
Please note, you will never be asked to make a payment to any other bank account for any reason.
We do not accept cash payments for any reason.
If you are ever asked to make a payment into a different bank account, or if you are ever asked to pay cash to anyone for any reason, DO NOT make any payment, your rent can be paid in a number of ways: - Online via by logging into your student account,
At the property reception desk,
By telephone to the property team,
By bank transfer (please ensure you use your name and student ID as the payment reference). International bank transfers may incur a charge from your own bank, so please make sure you account for this amount.
Can I pay in instalments?
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 don’t 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.
When do I pay my rent?
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 don’t 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.
What If I don't have UK guarantor?
If you are unable to provide your own UK Guarantor, we recommend the service of Housing Hand you can find further information, prices.
Do I need a guarantor If I'm a sponsored student?
We may be able to accept sponsors in place of guarantors in some cases, however this depends on the terms of your sponsorship and whether your sponsor is willing to guarantee rent payments. If you are a sponsored student, please contact your chosen property directly to enquire about using a sponsor in place of guarantor.
When does the discount come off my rent?
All discounts offered will be deducted off your final instalment of rent.
Is there car parking facilities for when I move in?
Some properties have car parking facilities available for a small charge, please speak to your property team directly if you would like to reserve car parking.
How much are deposits
Deposits vary by property and your deposit is placed into a deposit protection scheme, where it is held safely throughout the academic year and will be returned to you at the end of your contract subject to the contract terms.
The deposit you pay when making the application cannot be used towards a rent instalment as this is secured with a deposit protection scheme for the duration of your tenancy.