I'm a current student

 Top tips

• Peel Park Quarter student accommodation is reserved for first year undergraduate students, but we have plenty of other options, from private student halls to student house shares there’s more than enough to pick from.
• Take your time booking accommodation, don’t rush into singing a contract without viewing the property and make sure you understand the cancellation policy and rent payment dates.
• Make sure to start looking early, there is plenty of accommodation in Salford, but by getting a head start you give yourself the best chance of finding something that suits you just right.
• Make sure you work out your budget before house hunting, food, travel and other life expenses all add up so make sure you have enough left over. Starting to look with a clear budget in mind already helps you avoid ending up in difficulties with paying the rent.

Purpose-built student accommodation

Purpose-built student accommodation – also known as ‘halls of residence’ or ‘student halls’ – is a popular option for many students.  

These are usually multi-storey, student-only properties offering either shared flats or studio apartments, usually with bills, utilities and wifi included.

As there are a large number in Salford, all run by different companies, we would recommend checking the prices, what’s included and cancellation policies and rules of any property you are interested in individually before booking.

Shared communal spaces

Halls of this style tend to be the most budget friendly available, usually offering an individual bedroom (including a bed, storage area and desk/study area) and then a bathroom, kitchen and living space shared between all residents in the flat.

• John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts (rooms from £135 pw)
• Waterside (Rooms from £145 pw)
• Cromwell Court (From £155pw)

Ensuite accommodation

Halls of this style offer a bedroom with bed, desk, storage and also include an ensuite bathroom and shower. A kitchen and living space will be shared with all residents of the flat. Halls of this style tend to be more expensive than the previous examples, but are currently the most common style of student accommodation in Salford.

Examples include

• Student Quarter – iQ (Rooms from £185 pw)
• Riverside House – Homes for students (Rooms from £205 pw)
• Tramways – Sanctuary students (Rooms from £157 pw)
• True Manchester – True Student (Rooms from £227 pw)

Studio Apartments

Some student halls have some (or all) flats set up as studio apartments for sole (or occasionally couple) occupancy. These tend to be the most expensive options available as you get your own bedroom, ensuite bathroom and cooking area. 

Examples include

• Some flats in Student Quarter – iQ (Studios from £247 pw)
• A significant number of flats in True Manchester – True Student (Studios from £242 pw)

None of the properties listed above are affiliated with the University of Salford so we strongly recommend taking your time to read up on policies, payment schedules and all other information about what is included or expected of you before signing any contract. You can find more advise on house hunting 

House shares and other private rented accommodation

Private rented accommodation such as house-shares, apartments and flats are particularly popular with returning students. There are plenty of house-shares across Salford and Manchester in properties ranging in size from three to four rooms up to seven+ rooms. There are also plenty of flats and apartments suitable for single occupants, couples or friends.  

Please take your time when searching for private accommodation and don’t rush into signing a contract until you have read through everything and are confident in the property, landlord and lettings agent.

Short term accommodation

Most accommodation contracts in purpose-built student accommodation will be 42 to 51 weeks long (or similar). Sometimes if these properties have a lot of rooms left there may be some flexibility in their contract lengths so we would always recommend contacting providers directly.

With the introduction of the Renter’s Rights Act on the 30 April 2026, fixed-term assured tenancies will be removed making all tenancies periodic (this will not impact contracts at purpose-built student accommodation). This means that tenants will be able to hand in a two-month notice at any point during their tenancy, giving them more power to leave early.