University of Edinburgh Must-Stay List
Updated on April 28, 2025
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Downing New Park
4.8 (62 reviews)
Reason: 0 bad reviews and good reputation, located in a living area, very quiet, 3 minutes walk to the bus stop, ensuite and studio prices are nearly 50 pounds lower than the market average.
From £213/week
£226
1.31 mi from school, 40 min walk
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Vita Student Fountainbridge
4.7 (38 reviews)
Reason: A high-end student apartment on the canal, providing weekday breakfast, 24-hour free coffee and tea, room cleaning twice a month and other services.
From £396/week
£406
0.73 mi from school, 22 min walk
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Straits Meadow
4.7 (39 reviews)
Reason: It is close to Morey College of Education, and is nearly £50 lower than the average market price of studios in Edinburgh. There are supermarkets and bus stops downstairs, making commuting convenient.
From £195/week
£205
1.40 mi from school, 40 min walk
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Vita Student Iona Street
4.2 (9 reviews)
Reason: High cost-effective, high-end student apartments, free weekday breakfast, twice-monthly home cleaning, free coffee and tea, free gym private lessons
From £286/week
£296
1.43 mi from school, 43 min walk
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iQ Grove
4.6 (55 reviews)
Reason: The apartment is located in the heart of Edinburgh, with convenient living and a full sense of security; there are various room types, including 1B, studio, and ensuite, and the rent can be paid in interest-free installments.
From £250/week
£260
0.87 mi from school, 27 min walk
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iQ The Mont
4.3 (20 reviews)
Reason: A 23-year-old brand new apartment next to a large lawn, in an excellent location, within walking distance of GS/Morey/ECA, and 20 minutes by bus to KB campus.
From £261/week
£276
0.38 mi from school, 13 min walk
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iQ Elliott House
4.8 (13 reviews)
Reason: Elliott House is located next to Edinburgh Moray College of Education and is surrounded by several bus stops, making it convenient to reach various campuses of the University of Edinburgh. It is extremely cost-effective.
From £294/week
£309
1.03 mi from school, 33 min walk
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Portsburgh Court
4.7 (63 reviews)
Reason: The apartment is opposite the Edinburgh College of Art. Restaurants and supermarkets are within a 3-minute walk. It is a truly convenient apartment for school, shopping and dining.
From £278/week
£287
0.43 mi from school, 13 min walk
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The Old Printworks
4.9 (9 reviews)
Reason: This is a well-known student apartment, one of the closest to the GS campus of the University of Edinburgh, with an excellent location. Two room types are available: ensuite and studio.
From £273/week
£275
0.46 mi from school, 13 min walk
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iQ Fountainbridge
4.3 (41 reviews)
Reason: Highly cost-effective apartment with various room types including ensuite, studio and 1b. Interest-free rent in installments and free double occupancy in some room types.
From £220/week
£223
1.00 mi from school, 29 min walk