Student Accommodation near Aston University

Aston University is famous for its leafy campus in the heart of Birmingham, and uhomes.com provides a wide range of Aston University accommodation that is close to the city centre and the campus, so students do not need to worry about excessive commuting time or traffic jams. Living at our Birmingham Aston University accommodation, you also have convenient access to plenty of restaurants, bars, shops, and public transit.

Students can expect the diverse room types of Aston Uni accommodation at uhomes.com, and we provide student flats that come with studios, en-suites, non-en-suites, and 1-bedroom apartments. In addition, you can enjoy free access to various communal facilities, includes on-site gyms, study spaces, high-speed Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, games room, and more options. Our Aston University apartments are also equipped with security measurements like 24/7 CCTV and key access control to keep you safe.

uhomes.com provides cheap student accommodation near Aston University, starting from £129/week with bills-included, which can save your budget. Students can view the photos, videos, and virtual tours to know more details information about each Aston Uni student accommodation. Vita Student Pebble Mill, iQ Broderick House, true Birmingham, and The Pavilion are the recommendations for you to consider, and these student apartments are within a short walk from the campus, with different room options, and equipped with many student-centred facilities. Another advantage of our professional consultant teams can also help you to ease the process of booking and meet your needs. Start to explore our student accommodation near Aston University with great offers!

Aston University is a top institution situated in the heart of Birmingham, popular for its green campus, city centre location, and remarkable work placement. Famous alumni include the Scottish comedian and writer Fransic Martin Patrick, CEO of Gymshark Benjamin David Francis, musician John Charles Lodge, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) at Coventry University Kevin Warwick.

• History

Founded in 1895, Aston University first began as the Birmingham Municipal Technical School, and later the UK's first college of advanced technology in 1965, finally receiving its royal charter from Queen Elizabeth II in 1966.

• Academic Excellence

Aston University ranked 21st by The Guardian University Guide and 39th by the Complete University Guide in the UK in 2025. According to the newest QS World University Rankings 2026, it has climbed to the top 5% of global evaluated institutions as a top 400 university in the world. Its business school is one of the UK's leading business schools and holds the gold standard of 'triple-crown' accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS. Best programmes include Business and Management Studies and Marketing, MSC Strategic Marketing Management, and MSc Business Analytics.

• Employability

Aston is well-known for its pioneering work placements for students for over 50 years, with more than 70% of its students taking a placement year, leading to the highest in the UK. According to statistics, Aston University ranks #2 in the UK in improving the average salary of graduates, higher than Oxford University, Cambridge University, and other Russell Group members. It has also been named the University of the Year for Student Success 2025 in the new Daily Mail University Guide, and ranked 16th in the UK for 'Student Experience' by students in the 2025 Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide.

• Location & Campus

Aston University is also listed as one of the 'greenest' universities in the UK, spanning across 60 60-acre of land in Gosta Green, right north east of the city centre in Birmingham. Students studying here will benefit from both the leafy campus and the best the city has to offer. If you're a new student here, you will find a wide selection of student accommodation in Birmingham near Aston University within walking distance, enabling you to stay close to everything and make the most of your student life here.

The best student accommodation near Aston University always includes popular options like Canvas The Old Fire Station, Lucas Studios, and Jennens Court, all located within minutes' walking distance from campus. Our optimal Aston University accommodation provides various options, includes en-suites, studios, non-en-suites, and 1-bedroom apartments, and is equipped with essential furnishings and modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, on-site gyms, study rooms, and 24-hour security are standard at our Aston housing to make sure your living is safe and relaxing. Below are our best Aston University student accommodations:

• Canvas The Heights: Located just a 5-minute walk from Aston University, this best Aston Housing and comes with en-suites and studio apartments, and is praised for its on-site amenities, which include a gym, study area, laundry room, bike storage, and regular social events.
• iQ Penworks House: Situated in a 7-minute walk away from the campus, iQ Penworks House provides various studio and en-suite rooms to choose from and features social and study areas, on-site laundry, bike storage and free Wi-Fi.
• ONYX: This is one of the best Birmingham Aston University accommodations that is close to the campus, with a 10-minute walk. ONYX offers fully furnished studios and en-suites, and also provides a cinema room, 24th-floor terrace, courtyard, game room, study room, and on-site gym.
• Staniforth House: Another good option for the prime location, that with a 10-minute walk distance to the university. Staniforth House offers a choice between en-suites and studio apartments, with bills included. The social spaces include the cinema room, vending machine, printing, outdoor and social space.  
• Collegiate Bagot Street: Stand as one of the best Aston Uni accommodations, that with a 13-minute walk from the campus. Offers studio apartments and en-suite rooms, which also come with a cinema room, study areas, on-site gym, social lounge, and bike storage.
• true Birmingham: true Birmingham is in proximity to Aston University by a 14-minute walk. This best student flat offers studio and en-suite options, and is equipped with a gym, cinema room, Sky Kitchen and Lounges, study zones, as well as an outdoor Festival Zone, and BBQ area.
• Canvas The Old Fire Station: It is an 11-minute stroll from the campus. The Old Fire Station provides various choices of studios, en-suites, and non-en-suites, and students can access study spaces, games area, gym, free Wi-Fi, and a laundry room.
• Jennens Court: Aston University is just a 4-minute walk from this best Aston Accommodation, and students can choose from studio apartments and en-suites. It is also characterised by study area, on-site laundry, common room, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
• Harriet Martineau: Within a 10-minute stroll away from the campus, students can take advantage of a prime location that is close to nearby amenities. With a wide choice of en-suites and 1-bedroom apartments, Harriet Martineau also features common and study spaces, vending machine, laundry room, and bike storage.
• Chamberlain Place: Located just opposite Aston University, with only a 4-minute walk away. This Aston University apartment provides studios, en-suites, and 1-bedroom apartments. The communal facilities at Chamberlain Place include 32" Smart TV, gym, cinema room, study spaces, and communal lounge.

To cheap Aston University accommodation is easy with uhomes.com, and Beech Gardens is the cheapest one from £129 per week, offering the perfect balance between affordability, convenience, and comfort. With all-inclusive bills covering your utility fees and access to communal amenities, you'll no longer incur any extra expenses. Our platform also provides various discounts that you can enjoy when you book Aston Housing, including early bird, highest cashback, group booking, re-booking, and seasonal discounts, are available. Here are our cheap Aston University student accommodations:

1. Beech Gardens: £129/week
2. Calthorpe Court: £134/week
3. iQ Penworks House: £146/week
4. 39 Harrow Road: £149/week
5. Canvas The Heights: £150/week
6. Canvas The Old Fire Station: £155/week
7. Queen's Hospital Close: £155/week
8. Altura Birmingham: £155/week
9. Belgrave View: £156/week
10. Canalside: £157/week

The best areas for students to find Aston Uni accommodation include the City Centre and the nearby regions like Digbeth, Aston, and Edgbaston. These best neighbourhoods that enjoy proximity to campus and local amenities, making it easy for students to go anywhere. Also, these best areas offer convenient transport links, affordable costs, and a residential feel. Check these popular areas before choosing your private student accommodation near Aston University:

Birmingham City Centre

Birmingham City Centre is close to the campus and is a bustling hub with diverse entertainment options at your doorstep. uhomes.com provides a wide range of Aston University student accommodations that offer easy access to the campus and the nearby amenities. The Moor Street Railway Station is about an 8-minute walk away.

• Average rent: £150–£250 per week
• Recommendations: true Birmingham, Mary Sturge

Digbeth

Digbeth is a melting pot of cultures and is well-known for its music and street art atmosphere, as well as your student apartments are surround by plenty of dining options, bars, and independent shops, making it one of the city's most vibrant places to live as a student.

• Average rent: £120 to £250 per week
• Recommendations: 88 Bromsgrove House, The Pavilion

Aston

The Aston neighbourhood is situated right near the campus, and our platform offers many cheap student accommodations near Aston University can choose to live in Aston that can save your budget. Its prime location is close to the Birmingham City Centre, and students can easy find various dining options, pubs, and supermarkets with a short commute.

• Average rent: £160 to £250 per week
• Recommendations: ONYX, and iQ Penworks House

Edgbaston

For students who seek to live in a quiet area, Edgbaston is a good option for you. The area boasts many green spaces, includes Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Summerfield Park, and the Edgbaston Reservoir. Our platform offers the Aston Uni accommodation that is close to nearby amenities and with convenient public transit to access the campus and other popular areas.

• Average rent: £120-£180 per week
• Recommendations: Duncan Smith House and Belgrave View

uhomes.com offers a diverse range of student accommodation options near Aston University, featuring all-inclusive bills, furnished rooms, modern amenities, and flexible stays. We also offer 1-on-1 consultant service to ensure your booking is smooth, a price-match guarantee to eliminate any hassle, and an exclusive offer to help you get the best deal. Book your Aston student apartments with us to benefit from:

• Widest choice: We provide a lot of student accommodations near Aston University in the city centre, as well as modern apartments, private houses in other popular student areas. You can choose from private studios, luxury 1-bedroom apartments, en-suite and non-en-suite in shared flats. 
• All-inclusive service: Our bills-inclusive Aston housing covers utilities like water, electricity, gas, high-speed internet, and exclusive access to on-site facilities and services. There will be no extra or hidden costs to bother you.
• Fully furnished & modern amenities: Our student rooms are furnished with essential items and a kitchen fitted with appliances. The communal areas will have amenities such as on-site gyms, study areas, social spaces, game rooms, cinema rooms, courtyards, bike storage, and more. Security services will include CCTV, fob entry, security staff, and on-site teams.
• Flexible lease terms: For students aiming for a short stay, like an internship, summer camp, or language study, we also provide lease terms for several weeks or months. Also, there are student accommodations near Aston University that you can book for several nights.
• Professional expert team: We understand that searching, comparing, and selecting from so many Aston University apartments might be a huge task. With uhomes.com, you just need to tell our consultants what matters, and we will do all the hard work. 
• Exclusive listings & offers: Birmingham is affordable, but we will help you save more with exclusive offers for some of the most popular Aston housing options.

The cost of living for students at Aston University ranges from £900–£1,300, which includes accommodation, food and groceries, transport, and miscellaneous costs. The accommodation is the most significant expense of your average living costs, and uhomes.com provides many affordable Aston accommodations starting from £129/week that save your budget and with student-exclusive discounts. Below is a detailed breakdown of the cost of living at Aston University:

• On-campus residence halls: £700–£1,300/month
• Off-campus student accommodation: £550–£1,200/month
• Transport: £55-£60/month
• Food and Groceries:£240-£280/month
• Entertainment: £40-£120/month
• Study materials: £40-£80/month
• Miscellaneous: £50-£100/month

Students can get around Aston University by excellent public transportation, includes buses, trains, trams, and more healthy ways like walking and cycling. You can easily walk to the university and Birmingham Aston University accommodation from three main train stations—New Street, Snow Hill, and Moor Street—all just 10-15 minutes away, with great links across the country. On top of that, students can take advantage of the TfWM Freshers' Scheme, which offers a free bus pass. uhomes.com also provides many Aston Housing that offer easy access to the nearby public transit. Popular transport measures for Aston University Students include:

• Bus

Several bus stops, including Aston University, Aston Uni Pick Up, The Gosta Green, Millennium Point, Woodcock Street, and James Watt Queensway, surround Aston University. Students can take routes like 14, 33, 51, 61, 74, 87, 94, X22, and X3 to get around the university. National Express West Midlands runs the bus network with fares capped at £2 and unlimited daily travel at £4.80.

• Train

Aston University is within walking distance of all three main train stations in Birmingham: New Street with a 12-minute walk, Moor Street and Snow Hill with an 8-minute stroll. Snow Hill and Moor Street serve the Midlands, and New Street connects to the rest of the UK. Students can buy a 16-25 Railcard for £35 a year or a £80 three-year Railcard to save 1/3 on rail fares. Many of our Aston Uni accommodations are close to these train stations within a 5-10 minute walking distance.

•  Tram

The nearest tram stations, including Bull Street, Corporation Street, and St Chads, all of them would take you a 6-10 minute walk from Aston University. Taking a tram might be the quickest and efficient way to travel around Birmingham and to Wolverhampton, and students can save up to 30% with a monthly pass. We provide the Aston University student accommodations that are very close to these tram stations and easy for you to take the tram to the campus and other popular areas.

• Cycle

With numerous cycle paths nearby and most of our private Aston University accommodation that provides convenient bike storage services to secure your bicycle. Students can navigate the city by bike easily while enjoying the scenery. There are also many bike shelters on campus and changing facilities available, and you can use CycleStreets to plan your route.

• Walking

To get around the university by walking is the most healthy option. The campus is located near the city centre, and it is easy for you to walk to the restaurants, bars, and shops. Many students who live in our off-campus Aston Housing always say that these student apartments are close to the campus, within a short walking distance, and they never worry about being late for morning classes.

Studying at Aston University means getting into one of the UK's most diverse universities with 18,000 students from over 120 countries. Students will benefit from a dynamic and welcoming environment that celebrates different cultures and experiences, making it easy to feel connected and supported. Our platform offers plenty of Birmingham Aston University accommodation that is close to the city life for you to enjoy. 

City Life and Culture:

Nightlife: Birmingham is well-known for its nightlife, and there are many top-rate bars such as The Gosta Green, Sacks Of Potatoes, The Bull, and Gunmakers Arms that are close to Aston University and create a lively atmosphere.

Food: BRGRI Birmingham, Karibbean Kruz, and Wok Heroes are the dining options that are popular among students. We offer many Aston accommodations that are easy to access these restaurants by a short walk.

Shopping: Near the campus, the city boasts many shops that students to discover, such as Bullring shopping centre, Piccadilly Arcade, The Selfridges Building, and independent shops. 

Entertainment: Catch some live music, see a show at the Hippodrome and The Old Rep Theatre, and discover independent cinemas at ODEON Birmingham New Street and creative spots in neighbourhoods like Digbeth.

Sports:  Arena Birmingham and Villa Park are two main sports venues not far from the campus. You can go to see a wide range of indoor sports at the arena, to historic football matches at Villa Park. Students living at our Aston Uni accommodation can quickly access these venues and watch a game at the weekend.

Campus and Student Support:

Campus: Aston University is located in a prime location and has with 60-acre leafy campus, where students can find on-campus green spaces and entertainment options.

Student Union: With over 130 student-led groups, Aston Students' Union offers something for everyone to like, challenge, and have fun. There is a Welcome Week for you to get to know the SU team, get involved in student life, and make new friends. Or you can also join the Get Ahead online programme, which will support your transition to Aston.

Travel and Exploration:

Public Network: Students can take advantage of extensive public transit that connects the Aston Uni student accommodation, the campus, the city centre, and other popular areas. There are three main train stations for you to get around the city.

Green Spaces: Birmingham is remarkably green for a city, with plenty of parks and over 600 miles of canals that are close to Aston University and perfect for walking, running, or cycling.

Located next to the vibrant city centre of Birmingham, Aston University is surrounded by not only diverse entertainment options but also popular attractions that you should not miss. Most of the destinations are easy to reach from your Aston accommodation in 10-20 minutes by public transit. Here are the top attractions to visit near Aston University:

1. Aston Hall
2. Aston Junction
3. West Midlands Police Museum
4. Birmingham Science Garden
5. Pen Museum
6. Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
7. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
8. National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham

Aston University offers a diverse range of courses and is especially renowned for its programs in business, engineering, and computer science. Many of the related programs are highly ranked and recognised globally. Here is a list of the most popular courses at Aston University:

1. Business Administration & Management
2. Computer Science
3. Psychology
4. Accounting and Finance
5. Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
6. Civil Engineering
7. Business Analytics
8. Health and Life Sciences