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Ben Russell Court Leicester is a cheap student accommodation in Leicester. Homes for students on Ben Russell Court Leicester include non-suite, suite, studio and 3, 4 or 5-bedroom flats, each fully furnished. Poised in a prime location that merges quietude with city life, it offers swift access to several esteemed universities. The most notable among these is De Montfort University, which is just a stone's throw away, and the University of Leicester, which is situated a brief commute from the residency. Students can explore the historic Leicester Cathedral and stroll through the picturesque Castle Gardens.For those seeking leisure and retail therapy, the Highcross Shopping Centre offers various shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, all within reach.
Features:
Ben Russell Court Leicester student accommodation is located in Leicester city centre. Offering 200 beautifully furnished rooms.
Room types range from non-en-suite and private studios to spacious shared flats. The studios are full of warm charm and self-containment and include a private kitchenette. Facilities in the residence halls are designed to allow students to pursue excellence and relax. The study rooms in the hostel are serene and comfortable. Each room is equipped with a desk and chair, which creates a dedicated study space for academic work. The 3/4-sized beds offer more space than standard single beds.
Infrastructure: All bedrooms in Ben Russell Court Leicester are furnished with high-quality furniture, including comfortable queen-sized beds, tables, chairs, spacious wardrobes and study areas. Free 100Mbps Wi-Fi is available in every room to ensure you can access the internet and study online.
Common facilities: The shared area of Ben Russell Court features a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and fridge, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa and TV, and a cinema room. Car parking and bicycle storage are available at Ben Russell Court Leicester student accommodation. Ben Russell Court Leicester also has laundry facilities, CCTV surveillance, and a door entry system.
Location and What's Hot?
Ben Russell Court Leicester student accommodation is surrounded by various food and drink venues to keep students living in Leicester entertained during their stay. You'll find pizza, burger and dessert shops such as Pizza Kings, Domino's Pizza, Phat Buns and Doorstep Desserts, and you can order a takeaway for a meal without going to the shops. Hey, Sugar and Bagel Stop are two cafes near the Ben Russell Court Leicester that you can't miss if you like coffee. Westcotes is just a 10-minute walk away, with a wide range of restaurants serving a variety of cuisines, including Diyarbakir Chef and Spice and Broncos. Of course, sushi lovers should not miss Little Tokyo, which is just a seven-minute walk away.
Transport:
Ben Russell Court Leicester student accommodation is located on Grasmere Street, Leicester, England, LE2 7PT. It is conveniently located close to Leicester city centre for student life!
Train Leicester train station is the main railway station and is approximately 1.8km from Ben Russell Court student accommodation, which is approximately a 20-25 minute walk or a 10-15 minute bus ride away.
Buses
There are several bus stops around the Ben Russell Court Leicester, which are approximately a 2-5 minute walk away. The following are the main bus routes:
Bus routes 48 and 49: These bus routes run through the city centre and connect to the main campuses of De Montfort and Leicester Universities.
Bus routes 31 and 31A: this route connects Ben Russell Court Leicester with Leicester city centre and other neighbourhoods via Leicester train station.
Bus Route 86: provides services to the surrounding areas of the city and is ideal for students who need to explore areas further afield.
How and when to get to the Universities:
De Montfort University
Walking: Ben Russell Court Leicester is very close to the main campus of De Montfort University, which is about 400 metres away on foot in about 5 minutes.
University of Leicester
Walking: Ben Russell Court Leicester is approximately 1.8 kilometres from the University of Leicester, and walking takes 20-25 minutes.
Bus: Take the 48 or 49 bus, and the journey time is approx 10 minutes.
Bicycle: Cycling time is approximately 10 minutes.
Walking: Ben Russell Court Leicester is about 1.5 kilometres from Leicester College, and walking takes 15-20 minutes.
Bus: Take bus 31, journey time approx 10 minutes.
Bicycle: Cycling time is approximately 8 minutes.
Security & Services:
Ben Russell Court has instituted round-the-clock security measures, including CCTV surveillance and secure key entry systems, ensuring peace of mind for students and their loved ones. Our dedicated on-site team, always ready with a friendly smile, is committed to making your stay as comfortable and hassle-free as possible.
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Jinhao Cheng**
3.0
20 Jul 2021 20:00
Internet speed is average, others are okay, there are supermarkets around, fairly convenient, cost-effective
Internet speed is average, others are okay, there are supermarkets around, fairly convenient, cost-effective
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Moorthy**
4.0
19 Oct 2024 18:35
It's too great to get student accommodation in UK and it's my pleasure to be working with uhomes. Uhomes team helped me to find good accommodation. Thank you Wasim
It's too great to get student accommodation in UK and it's my pleasure to be working with uhomes. Uhomes team helped me to find good accommodation. Thank you Wasim
Please enter the Student Portal interface of your apartment, click Review My Offer to enter the contract review interface, click CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE TENANCY AGREEMENT in the lower right corner again or enter the registered email to check the rent payment deadline on the contract. If you need to pay the rent, you can return to the homepage and click Review/Pay Statement to view the details of the payment plan. The corresponding key information is [Balance] The current total amount to be paid for this payment item [Due Date] Payment deadline (format day/month/year) Please pay the rent before the due date
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How to pay rent?
Please enter the Student Portal interface of your apartment, click Review/Pay Statement to enter the payment interface, then tick the items that need to be paid, and click pay to enter the payment interface. The apartment supports online credit card payment (credit card is supported) or bank transfer 1. For online credit card payment, please ensure that the payment card type is one of the following four types: Mastercard/Visa/Visa Debit/Visa Electron. Carefully fill in the cardholder information, and please ensure that the payment card has sufficient credit, and the bank is opened and supports payment behavior. Please note that payment cards do not need to be present in person. 2. For bank remittance, please contact the apartment to obtain the transfer account under the guidance of the consultant, and then complete the corresponding payment in the bank. However, please note that wire transfers can take several business days to arrive, so payment needs to be arranged in advance.
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Is an installment purchase possible?
If you have a valid UK guarantor, you can choose to pay the rent in three installments, in September, January and April. If there is no valid UK guarantor, full rent must be paid 1 month before the start of the contract.
When is the due date for rent payment?
Please enter the Student Portal interface of your apartment, click Review My Offer to enter the contract review interface, click CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE TENANCY AGREEMENT in the lower right corner again or enter the registered email to check the rent payment deadline on the contract. If you need to pay the rent, you can return to the homepage and click Review/Pay Statement to view the details of the payment plan. The corresponding key information is [Balance] The current total amount to be paid for this payment item [Due Date] Payment deadline (format day/month/year) Please pay the rent before the due date
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How to pay rent?
Please enter the Student Portal interface of your apartment, click Review/Pay Statement to enter the payment interface, then tick the items that need to be paid, and click pay to enter the payment interface. The apartment supports online credit card payment (credit card is supported) or bank transfer 1. For online credit card payment, please ensure that the payment card type is one of the following four types: Mastercard/Visa/Visa Debit/Visa Electron. Carefully fill in the cardholder information, and please ensure that the payment card has sufficient credit, and the bank is opened and supports payment behavior. Please note that payment cards do not need to be present in person. 2. For bank remittance, please contact the apartment to obtain the transfer account under the guidance of the consultant, and then complete the corresponding payment in the bank. However, please note that wire transfers can take several business days to arrive, so payment needs to be arranged in advance.
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Is an installment purchase possible?
If you have a valid UK guarantor, you can choose to pay the rent in three installments, in September, January and April. If there is no valid UK guarantor, full rent must be paid 1 month before the start of the contract.
Due to delays, I communicated the Flexible Booking Policy to the apartment. When should I pay the re
Since the Flexible Booking Policy is reviewed and decided by the apartment case by case, there is no strict uniform standard. Please confirm your revised payment amount and payment deadline with the apartment separately after you successfully apply for the Flexible Booking Policy.
Due to delays, I communicated the Flexible Booking Policy to the apartment. When should I pay the re
Since the Flexible Booking Policy is reviewed and decided by the apartment case by case, there is no strict uniform standard. Please confirm your revised payment amount and payment deadline with the apartment separately after you successfully apply for the Flexible Booking Policy.
I have a special discount for the apartment when I make a reservation, how can I redeem it?
Please refer to the corresponding activity details provided by the apartment when you make a reservation, and then please accept the corresponding details with the apartment.
When I make a reservation, is the deposit I paid a deposit? How to refund?
The deposit is a deposit and is not deductible from the rent. After the booking is completed, your deposit will be handed over to a third-party agency in the UK to keep the deposit. It will be refunded according to the degree of damage to the room facilities (severe damage) until the end of the lease period when you check-out Some or all of the deposit may be deducted, so you must report for repairs in time if any facilities in the room are damaged)
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Can I choose a roommate?
If you have other small partners who book together, you can contact our consultant teacher of uhomes, and we will try our best to help you arrange
Can I move in before paying the rent?
All rent due must be paid upon check-in.
Can I check in early?
If you need to check in early, please contact your consultant teacher. If there are vacancies in the apartment for the corresponding lease period, you can arrange early check-in after accepting the corresponding extra rent
Do I need to pay land tax?
If you are an eligible full-time student, you will be exempt from paying land tax. You must provide proof to the apartment that you are a full-time student
Do I need to pay property taxes?
If you are an eligible full-time student, you will be exempt from paying housing tax.
When can I check in?
You can check in at the beginning of the contract. If you arrive at the apartment during non-working hours, it is best to inform the apartment in advance so that the apartment can arrange check-in.
How do I collect my access card?
After completing the check-in process at the front desk, you can get the key card from the apartment front desk
Can someone else get the key card for me?
No, for security reasons, your key card can only be collected by yourself.
Can I keep pets inside the apartment?
No, no pets are allowed in the apartment.
What should I do if I need to report for repair?
1. Reporting repairs by using the apartment software 2. Reporting repairs through the front desk of the apartment
Can I smoke inside the room?
The apartment is non-smoking for safety reasons and has smoke alarms. If you need to smoke, please ask the front desk of the apartment where the corresponding smoking area is located.