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Located on Argyle Street, Kelvingrove House is brand-new student accommodation in the West End of Glasgow. While Glasgows city centre is just 15-minutes away, the Kelvingrove House student accommodation is also close to university campuses.
Kelvingrove House Glasgow offers a studios and en-suite cluster student apartments to choose from. The en-suite room comes well-furnished with a comfortable bed, study area, en-suite bathroom and a wardrobe. The shared kitchen and lounge area is an ideal space to chill and cook along with your flatmates. All studio apartments at Kelvingrove House student accommodation comes with a comfortable bed, wardrobe, study area with a desk and a chair, personal en-suite bathroom and a well-equipped kitchenette. Students can also enjoy up to 100Mbps WIFI throughout the property.
Apart from this, the residents at Kelvingrove House Glasgow also get exclusive access to the propertys additional facilities which includes an on-site laundry room, on-site gym, large contemporary living spaces and communal study area for group study sessions!
The property also features an on-site team, who will help you out with your queries. The building has a CCTV monitoring system, so youll feel safe and secure at all times.
Living at Kelvingrove House Glasgow, students can head out to the city centre as and when needed due to its close proximity to the property. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee at the Little Cafe, which is right at your doorstep or head over to The Three Judges for a great evening with drinks and groovy music.
Distance
1. University of Glasgow:
Private Transport - 3 min
Walking - 12 min
2. University of Strathclyde:
Private Transport - 9 min
Walking - 34 min
3. Glasgow Caledonian University:
Private Transport - 10 min
Walking - 28 min
4. Glasgow School of Art:
Private Transport - 5 min
Walking - 17 min
5. City of Glasgow College:
Private Transport - 10 min
Walking - 34 min
Apartment Facilities
Community Facilities
Configurations
Room Features
An en-suite bedroom within a 6 bed cluster flat measuring approx 13.6m2 with a 3/4 bed, en-suite bathroom study area and wardrobe. The shared area includes a lounge and kitchen area and up to 100Mbps WIFI throughout.
Self-contained ground floor studio measuring 20.8m2 with a 3/4 bed, kitchenette, en-suite bathroom, study area, wardrobe and up to 100Mbps WIFI throughout.
Room Features
Booking Details
Cancellation Policy
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 we 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, we 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 we are able to re-let the room. If we are able to re-let the room we will release you from the agreement upon payment of a 250 release fee which we 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.
Payment Details
Deposit Fees:
50-300 to confirm the booking (Refundable at the end of tenancy)
Rent Payments:
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, 14 days 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, however admin fees may apply.
Mode of Payment:
Online via by logging into your student account
At the property reception desk1
By telephone to the property team
By bank transfer (please ensure you use your name and student ID as the payment reference).
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 we 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 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?
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:
- Passport
- Driving License
- ID Badge
A copy of proof of address (less than 3 months old) such as: Utility bill statement (i.e. Electricity, Water, Telephone)
- 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:
- 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.
There is no additional charge for the deferred payment plan for rebooking student
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.