Student Accommodations near De Montfort University

Grange Lane Apartments, located on Grange Lane, is the closest De Montfort University accommodation, just a 1-minute walk from the university.

Studios, en-suites, and non-en-suites are the popular room types for accommodation for rent near De Montfort University.

The average distance of De Montfort University accommodation provided by amber is 0.3 miles, or a 3-minute cab ride.

You should book your De Montfort University student accommodation 6-9 months before the start of the academic year. So make sure you book your student accommodation in December if your term starts in August.

Leicester Railway Station is the closest station to the university & is only a 20-minute walk. This station helps students in travelling easily to their Leicester student accommodation.

Right in the heart of Leicester, De Montfort University offers a student experience shaped by creativity, innovation, & strong industry engagement. While the university offers on-campus accommodation, many students prefer to live in off-campus De Montfort University accommodation to enjoy greater freedom. Amber offers De Montfort University accommodation within a 0.3-mile radius or a 3-minute cab ride, starting from £85 per week. Top accommodations include The Grange & Mintworks. 

Founded in 1870 as the Leicester School of Art, De Montfort University (DMU) is located at The Gateway, Leicester LE1 9BH, & enrols more than 27,000 students from over 130 countries. Named after Simon de Montfort, the 13th-century Earl of Leicester, associated with the origins of the English Parliament. The university has developed a strong reputation for Art and Design, Fashion, Architecture, Business, Computing, Engineering, Pharmacy, & Law. DMU is particularly recognised for its creative disciplines, with its Leicester School of Art being one of the oldest art & design schools in the UK. The primary intake begins in September, & the university maintains a 17:1 student-to-staff ratio. Notable alumni include Garth Crooks, former England footballer and broadcaster, & Charles Dance, award-winning actor. Students pick off-campus De Montfort University accommodation, like Grange Lane Apartments, to travel conveniently to the university.

For students looking to make the most of life in Leicester, off-campus accommodation near De Montfort University offers a wide variety of options. Accommodation for rent near De Montfort University includes a variety of studios, en-suites, & non-ensuite flats, allowing students to find a place according to their needs.

1. iQ Grosvenor House: The apartment has exclusive facilities like study booths and a pool table. It is located at a 3-minute drive from the university - From £139 per week.
2. Ben Russell Court: The apartment has exciting amenities like a study room and a cinema room. It is located at a 2-minute drive from the university - From £85 per week.
3. Newarke Point: The apartment has amazing facilities like parking and a study area. It is located at a 6-minute drive from the university - From £135 per week.
4. Queens Court: The apartment has top facilities like a gym and a bike storage. It is located at a 4-minute drive from the university - From £105 per week.
5. Newarke Street: The apartment has exclusive amenities like a gym and a study area. It is located at a 3-minute drive from the university - From £167 per week.

The St Nicholas Circle (Stand FB) bus stop is located a 2-minute walk from campus, while Welford Place (Stand EM) is a 5-minute walk away. Leicester Railway Station is a 15-minute walk from campus. Students can purchase the First Bus Student Semester Pass or Arriva Student Saver tickets, which provide discounted travel. Those travelling regularly by train can benefit from the 16–25 Railcard or 26–30 Railcard, offering 1/3 off eligible rail fares across Great Britain. The campus is approximately 5 minutes on foot from Highcross Shopping Centre & 10 minutes from the King Richard III Visitor Centre.

DMU supports more than 100 student societies, 40 sports clubs, & a wide range of volunteering opportunities through the De Montfort Students' Union (DSU). Students can join academic societies, cultural & faith groups, performing arts organisations, Demon Media, & sports clubs. A defining feature of student life at DMU is the university's award-winning #DMUlocal initiative, which integrates volunteering into the student experience through community projects across Leicester.