Bristol Student Property Blog

If university is going to be your first experience of living with people other than your family, take a look at our top tips for surviving shared living as a student.

American films, TV shows and your Dad’s endless story’s may all influence what you think university is going to be like; whether it’s crummy accommodation, pot noodles for dinner every night or endless alcohol and parties.

However, the likelihood is that the student stereotype you have in your mind is probably very far from the truth! Starting university can be an exciting but nerve-wracking time, more so if you have misconceptions about what life will be like. Check out 5 myths about university debunked.

So, you’ve decided to invest in a buy-to-let property and want to market it to students and young professionals in Bristol? If you experienced student life 20 or more years ago, you may be surprised by the change in expectations of what students today expect from their accommodation. Here are a few of the things you might want to consider when deciding how to kit out your rental property and make it appealing to your target market.

Moving into a new city can be a daunting prospect for several reasons, but knowing how to get around shouldn’t be one of them. If you’re a student that’s new to Bristol, brushing up on your transport links before term starts will make getting to and from university a doddle.

Read on to discover the best and most popular Bristol transport methods for students, taking into consideration the benefits and drawbacks in terms of cost, convenience and accessibility.