iQ Paris Gardens, located at 6 Paris Garden, London SE1 8ND, sits in the heart of Southwark. This student accommodation in London offers modern studios, non-ensuite, private, and shared apartments. King's College London (Waterloo Campus) is an 8-minute walk away. BPP University is 3 minutes away by car. With nearby Blackfriars station, cafes, and the South Bank’s cultural spots, Paris Gardens iQ student accommodation London ensures a convenient and comfortable home for students in London.
London is an excellent city for students, offering a perfect blend of education, culture, and career opportunities. With a safety index of 66, it’s considered a relatively safe city to live and study. London is home to over 400,000 students, including more than 120,000 international students. The city’s diverse atmosphere allows students to experience different cultures and meet peers from all over the world. The employment rate in London is 70%, with many students securing part-time jobs in London, thanks to the city’s thriving economy and job market. London’s employment opportunities, coupled with its extensive public transport network, make commuting and finding work easy for students. The average cost of living in London for students is around £1,200 to £1,800 per month, depending on lifestyle and accommodation choice. Although it can be pricey, the city's many public transport options, including the Tube and buses, help keep costs manageable. For those looking for student accommodation in a prime location, Paris Gardens iQ Student Accommodation London offers great value. Situated close to key universities and transport links, this property ensures students can enjoy both convenience and comfort.
Experience the comfort and ease of Paris Gardens iQ student accommodation London. It’s a top choice for student housing. We offer various options for everyone. Choose from the stylish Silver 1 Bed Apt or the luxurious Platinum 1 Bed Apt. You can also select the practical Bronze Studio or the roomy Gold 3 Bed Apt. Residents of Paris Gardens iQ student accommodation London will find the perfect living space to meet their needs. Room amenities focus on student comfort. They include a small double bed, study desk and chair, wardrobe, underbed storage, and more. Some accommodations of iQ student accommodation Paris Gardens also have a microwave, a shower, a hob, a sink, and an oven. This adds a higher level of convenience.
Paris Gardens iQ student accommodation London offers a balanced living experience. It has amenities for study and fun. Paris Garden iQ has a breakfast bar, laundry facilities, and lively social spaces. It encourages community interaction and relaxation. The cinema room offers a cosy spot for residents to enjoy films without leaving home. The strategic city centre location of iQ Paris Gardens London offers great public transport links. This makes it convenient to reach schools and enjoy the city's attractions easily. Rent at iQ Paris Gardens includes some bills, like wifi, electricity, heating, water, and content insurance. This makes budgeting easier for residents. Trust iQ student accommodation to deliver a great living experience. Enjoy comfort, convenience, and community in the lively city of London. 24/7 security, 24/7 staff presence, and CCTV make sure that you are safe at all times. Some rules are also to be followed in this student housing in London, such as no smoking and no pets.
IQ Paris Gardens is centrally located in South Bank, one of the most desirable areas for students in London. These student apartments in London are near Schiller International University and ONCAMPUS London South Bank, making them ideal for students looking for easy access to prestigious universities. For a coffee fix, head to The Bankside Cafe or Black Sheep Coffee, both are some of the best cafes in London serving excellent brews and a great atmosphere for studying or hanging out with friends. When it’s time for a meal, try some of the best restaurants in London, like the Art Yard Bar & Kitchen for a refined dining experience or enjoy a tasty brunch at Albie. If you’re looking to unwind after a busy day, The Thirsty Bear and Molly Mc's are two of the most popular pubs in the area, perfect for grabbing a drink. For a fun night out, check out Proud Embankment and Circa Embankment, two of the best clubs in London, offering fantastic music and unforgettable clubbing experiences.
For groceries, Sainsbury's Local and Tesco Express are just around the corner, making shopping for daily essentials convenient. If healthcare is needed, St Thomas' Hospital is just a short walk away, providing excellent medical services. Sports enthusiasts can catch a game at Wembley Stadium or Twickenham Stadium, both easily accessible by public transport. For culture and history, explore the Tate Modern and the National Gallery. You can also enjoy the greenery at some of the best parks in London, like the Borough Market Gardens, or take a stroll through Bermondsey Street Gardens for a peaceful break from city life. With everything you need for both study and leisure, iQ Paris Gardens review proves that it is the perfect base for students looking to live close to London’s top universities and cultural hotspots.
Residents of Paris Gardens iQ student accommodation London enjoy easy access to great public transport. This makes commuting around the city simple and quick. Just a short walk away from the property are two key bus stops: Coin Street (Stop SJ) and Waterloo Road (Stop M). These stops cater to several bus routes that traverse the city. Students can also use the nearby subway at Southwark Station and Waterloo Station. This keeps them connected to the rest of London. Residents of iQ Paris Gardens can easily choose between the bus and the Tube for their daily travels. Both options are accessible for getting around the city.
For 25-26 AY & 26-27 AY:- By paying the Booking Fee (if applicable), you confirm your acceptance of these terms and acknowledge that the fee is used to reserve your room. You agree that the deadline to complete your Tenancy Agreement (the "Deadline") is as follows: If you have paid a Booking Fee as a holding deposit, the Deadline is 7 days from the date Property receives your Booking Fee, unless they agree to a different timeframe. If no Booking Fee is required, the Deadline is 7 days from the date you accept these Booking Terms & Conditions, unless a different timeframe is agreed upon. If a Booking Fee has been paid, it will be credited towards your first rent payment.
For 25-26 AY & 26-27 AY:- You can either pay for the whole year upfront, or in two or four instalments spread throughout the year. You will be informed of the due dates for these instalments during the booking process. The first instalment is usually due on 1st August each year but if this date has already passed you need to make this payment as soon as possible to secure your booking.
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For 25-26 AY & 26-27 AY:- All residents are required to register a guarantor, who will be ultimately responsible for your rent if you do not make payment. The guarantor will need to provide identification and sign a Guarantor’s Agreement, confirming they agree to act as your guarantor. Your guarantor can be UK or International based, but must be aged 21 or over; not a full time student; or a current resident in a property that is managed by the same property management. If you are unable to pay your rent and/or do not act in accordance with the terms of your tenancy agreement, your guarantor will be under an obligation to pay any outstanding amounts. Note: If you pay in a 'single instalment' when booking then you don't need to provide details of your guarantor.
Each site of iQ Paris Gardens is covered by CCTV and has onsite security staff, with staff present 24 hours a day. There is also a digital entry system at each building. You should not allow people to ‘tailgate’ – that is, hold the door open for people behind you as you enter.
Management of iQ Paris Gardens does not accept parental responsibility for occupiers under the age of 18.
They require that all tenants living at one of their properties in England and Wales to be over the age of 17 during the academic year booked to live at management, and tenants living in their Scottish properties to be age 16 or over.
Exceptions to this rule are available in selected cases through prior arrangement. If in doubt, please contact your preferred management site and the team will be able to advise you.
If you want to bring a TV at iQ Paris Gardens, check that your room has a TV point and don’t bring one larger than 21”. You can’t mount your TV on the wall, so make sure it’s free-standing. While all TVs provided by management in communal areas accessed by all residents are covered by a TV Licence, you will need to buy your own licence if you bring your own TV or if there is one already in your room or shared kitchen & living area. If you’re unsure, please check with your site team.
For details of licensing requirements regarding catch-up TV and online streaming, please refer to your resident handbook, ask your site team or contact TV Licensing.
Yes – most sites of iQ Paris Gardens have a secure bike store that is free to use for all residents. You will need to register and tag your bike with the site team when you arrive.
Some of the sites of iQ Paris Gardens have limited parking, including in some cases disabled parking bays. However, as the locations are generally close to universities and local amenities, a car shouldn't really be necessary. If you do want to arrange parking, speak to the site team as soon as possible - any spaces available are likely to be reserved very quickly.
Sadly, iQ Paris Gardens do not allow pets at sites. However, they make an exception for residents who require the assistance of a trained and registered Service Dog or Assistance Dog.
Any requests for emotional support animals that are prescribed by a licensed mental health professional are assessed on a case by case basis.
Yes, you can specify where you would like your room to be at iQ Paris Gardens – from those which are still available – at the time you book.
The online booking system will show the gender of those who have already booked a room in your chosen flat, if this information is available.
If you want to make a group booking with people you already know, for more information you can be in touch with amber agent.
Yes. If you’d like to share with friends, you can find and select rooms in the same flat on the booking portal. Alternatively, please speak to a member of the amber team and they will be happy to help you.
Yes, they can often arrange this. Please contact our amber team to see if they have availability to see it is possible to book your room for an early move in.
They offer free dual occupancy across a limited number of their studios where both residents are students.
You'll see the dual occupancy symbol next to the room number if it is available when you select the room via the floorplan. They'll ask for your partner's details during the booking stages. Both you and your partner must sign their tenancy agreement and have student status for the duration of the booking.
If your partner is not a full time student as well then unfortunately they cannot live with them.
No, accommodation is non-smoking. You may smoke outside in designated smoking areas. Please do not smoke anywhere near other residents’ windows, as the unwelcome smell of smoke can drift into their rooms.
Yes, they can arrange temporary storage for possessions you don’t want to take home with you. Just ask your Reception team for details.
No, it’s up to you when you come in. If returning late at night, please respect your fellow residents and keep noise to a minimum between 11pm and 7am.
Yes, the vast majority of their sites have a laundry room where you can wash and dry your clothes. These are operated by an independent provider, Circuit Laundry or Miele. You will need to pay to use the machines via a top-up card or their mobile app.
No, so please bring your own sheets, duvet, pillows, towels etc when you move in – or you may prefer to buy them locally on arrival.
No, drugs are not permitted and prohibited items will be confiscated. The tenancy agreement gives management the right to confiscate substances, including ‘legal highs’ without the consent of the resident.
Your post will be delivered to a lockable post box for your flat. Larger items or those that require a signature on delivery will be retained by Reception. You will be notified if Reception receive an item for you, and you should collect it as soon as possible.
To qualify as a resident for management you must confirm that you are a student at a higher education establishment in the UK.
Their sites are home to an international community of students, often studying at a variety of different institutions, and it’s this diversity which can make living with them such a rewarding experience.
They organise regular social events where you can get to know your fellow residents. You will find posters on site telling you what’s coming up soon – or just ask at Reception.
The safety and security of their residents is their number one priority. All of their sites are fully compliant with current safety standards. Their accommodation has fire alarm systems in place as well as fire prevention equipment, and they carry out regular testing and evacuation drills. Their buildings are also regularly audited by external, independent consultants.
Management has a full-time, highly qualified, Health and Safety team who visit sites regularly. They also use accredited national providers to service and maintain life safety systems. Additionally, all sites have staff present 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
They are continually reviewing their programme of security, fire and safety standards. If you would like further information about their ongoing fire safety programme please read their fire safety update.
Their sites don’t have restaurants or cafeterias, but most sites provide vending machines where you can buy chocolate, crisps, drinks, ice cream and other snacks.
Yes, all their sites are equipped with WiFi, accessible throughout the building at no extra charge. This service is provided by their internet partners, ASK4. If you have any issues with connecting, you can find their contact details in the welcome pack you will receive on arrival.
Your resident handbook contains a list of prohibited items. This includes many items prohibited for fire safety reasons, such as candles, oil burners, gas appliances and fan heaters. Please see the full list below. If you need further guidance on whether an item is permitted or not, please ask your site team before you move in.
No weapons or drugs (including ‘legal highs’) are permitted under any circumstances.
They don’t allow: Candles, fireworks, Chinese lanterns, incense, incense burners, kerosene, petrol, LPG gas and LPG gas appliances, compressed gas and compressed gas appliances, rice cookers (unless CE marked), shisha pipes, gas burners, oil burners, tea lamps, halogen heaters, exposed element heaters, fan heaters, real Christmas trees, mains voltage Christmas lights, portable cooking stoves.
You can see what’s included in your room on the room details page for your management site. Among the things you will need, or may want, to bring are bedding, towels, toiletries, toilet paper, basic kitchen equipment, hangers, and a computer or laptop.
They have compiled a checklist of things you may want to bring - or buy when you arrive.
No, that’s down to you and your flatmates. They’ll keep the common areas of the building, like the social spaces, reception and laundry, clean and tidy.
Many residents put a rota together so each person in the flat does their bit to keep it clean.
Management Student Accommodation is a member of the National Codes of Standards. These are schemes designed to provide a minimum set of professional standards for larger student accommodation providers regarding their accommodation management. This offers residents peace of mind in knowing that they follow professional standards of service.
The codes ensure that residents receive good standards of housing management. Disputes and misunderstandings are reduced, and where problems do occur they are resolved quickly.
For further information, please visit the National Code website.
All management sites have rooms suitable for students with disabilities, including rooms that are fully wheelchair accessible. To check what is available at your child’s chosen site, it’s best to contact that site directly.
They understand that university can be a stressful time for students, and that those living away from home for the first time may encounter difficulties.
Universities undertake the main role in respect of pastoral care, however their site staff are trained to provide an initial level of unobtrusive care and support. Their teams have good relationships with university pastoral care and welfare support services, and will refer students who need additional assistance.
Their online maintenance portal allows students to log a fault at any time and is accessible via their management App or by logging into their management Account.
Unlike many providers, all their maintenance teams are based on site, so they fix most issues within 24 hours. For those they can’t fix ourselves, they use only trusted contractors who go through a vigorous approval process.
They’ve arranged contents insurance for all students who have an management tenancy agreement at no extra cost to them.
Details on what is covered, the policy excess when you want to make a claim and how to make a claim and options to upgrade your cover can be found here.
They offer the following types of accommodation:
En suite rooms – these rooms have a bed, study area with good lighting, storage and an en suite shower room with shower, washbasin and WC. These rooms are located in shared flats, where students share a kitchen and living area with other residents.
These are equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge and freezer, a dining area and lounge. These rooms are popular with new students and encourage social interaction with other residents. Studios – their studios are self-contained, with integrated kitchen facilities and a living area. All have a bed, study area with good lighting, storage and an en suite shower room with shower, washbasin and WC. Studios are popular with students seeking more privacy, but still enjoy the use of all the onsite facilities and social areas.
Apartments – some of their sites also offer self-contained apartments. These have all the facilities of their studios, but with separate bedroom(s) and more living space. These are popular with couples, and friends who want to share accommodation.
No, the sublet are not allowed.
It may be possible to swap or change your room once you have moved in, subject to availability. A room change fee will apply. To find out if it’s possible for you to change room, please speak to the site manager.
To learn more about the deposit requirement, please check the policy section above, or feel free to reach out to your amber agent.
For more details about guarantor requirements, refer to the policy section above or connect with your amber agent.
For more information on payment plans, refer to the policy section above, or contact your amber agent for assistance.
Yes, the property offers free dual occupancy in a limited number of its studios, provided both tenants are full-time students. The property will request details for both tenants during the booking process, and both must sign the tenancy agreement. If the second tenant is not a full-time student, they cannot live in the dual-occupancy studios.