One of the perks of being a student in Birmingham is that there are lots of housing options for students! Whether you’re looking to live independently or want to cosy up with your mates, student areas are filled with letting agencies and properties to choose from. However, with so many options, as the time to find a house comes around, it can be daunting to know where to start. First years might want to take a look at our halls guide first, but for those wanting to spread their wings, look no further! Here we’ve put together a list of some of the best student letting agencies across Birmingham to help you out.
Unihousing
Whilst a smaller agency on the student letting scene, Unihousing’s range of properties stands out amongst the many. You can find them in Selly Oak, the heart of Birmingham’s student area, but they also provide housing for students across the city. They are dedicated to helping recent graduates and students. This means that you’re sure of getting a house secured for the year ahead without the stress of filtering through rentals and different agents.
Address: 504 Bristol Road, Birmingham B29 6BD
Phone: 0121 471 1195
Contact: katec@unihousing.co.uk
Website: Student accommodation close to the University of Birmingham | Unihousing
Oakmans
Oakmans is one of the biggest student letting agencies in Birmingham, so you’re guaranteed to find something to suit your needs. With a big office, there are plenty of agents willing to sit down with you and help with any questions you might have. They’re a popular choice for students year after year. Their website has a section dedicated to supporting students with any information you might need, from bills to deposits, to online tours.
Address: 2 Katie Road, Birmingham B29 6JG
Phone: 0121 246 4010
Contact: info@oakmans.co.uk
Website: Best Local Estate Agents in Birmingham & Solihull
Househunt
Houshunt are great because they not only have a range of different properties, but they also support you along the way with a wide variety of bill packages and insurance options to choose from. This makes the stressful process of sorting out your house a breeze, especially for students who are unfamiliar with it. Their website is especially curated towards students, which makes it really easy to search for a property. They specialise in housing near multiple of Birmingham’s universities, so even if you’re not local to their office, Househunt is still a great option for students across the city.
Address: 550 Bristol Road, Birmingham B29 6BD
Phone: 0121 448 8992
Contact: info@househuntltd.co.uk
Website: Independent Birmingham Agent Specialising in Student Lettings | House Hunt
Purple frog
Purple Frog promises a hassle-free experience in finding your student home, and in supporting you along the way. You can find a dedicated student section on their website, with everything from flexible home viewings to support available 24/7. Purple Frog is highly rated by students, with thousands of 4+ star reviews praising their bills-included rent packages and customer support.
Address: 189 Dawlish Road, Birmingham B29 7AW
Phone: 0121 270 2722
Contact: birmingham@purplefrogproperty.com
Website: Purple Frog
Elite Sales & Lettings Ltd.
Elite Sales & Lettings are an independent real estate agent in Birmingham, providing local support for those looking for a house. Though they don’t provide a direct service for students like others on this list, they provide friendly and supportive customer service. You can search through a wide variety of properties on their website.
Address: 1182 Coventry Road, Birmingham B25 8DA
Phone: 0121 771 1771
Contact: info@elitesalesandlettings.co.uk
Website: Elite Sales & Lettings, Sales & Lettings Birmingham
Midland Lettings and Sales
Midland Lettings and Sales are a highly-rated estate agents in Birmingham. They provide personal and dedicated support for student renters. What’s more, their website allows you to filter your search by minimum price per month. This makes it really easy to budget your finances, especially if you’re budgeting with maintenance loans.
Address: 81 Stoney Lane, Birmingham B12 8EQ
Phone: 0121 773 5500
Contact: info@midlandhousing.com
Website: Midland Housing | Midland Housing – Your Local Estate Agents
Property Solutions
With their office just a 15-minute walk from the University of Birmingham, Property Solutions is a local fan-favourite. They are dedicated to student properties and to helping students find housing across the city. What’s great about them is that you can search for housing based on your university, by filtering the location for where you study. So even if you’re not in the area, they’re a great place to start when searching for your next place to live.
Address: 515 Bristol Road, Birmingham B29 6AU
Phone: 0121 472 1133
Contact: admin@propertysolutionsuk.com
Website: Student Property Agents | Letting Agents Selly Oak
Ambercourt lettings
Ambercourt is a Selly Oak estate agent, and students can find them just a short walk away from campus. They are also accessible to students across the city, with the Selly Oak train station just a 10-minute walk down the road. With over 50 years of industry experience, they provide professional and high-quality support. Their website has everything from renters’ guides to student lettings, and you can even report maintenance issues directly on the website.
Address: 19 Raddlebarn Road, Birmingham B29 6HJ
Phone: 0121 689 8080
Contact: info@ambercourtlettings.co.uk
Website: Amber Court Lettings – Estate Agents Selly Oak, Birmingham
Student Lettings Co.
Student Lettings Co. specialise in helping students find housing whilst they study. They advertise both whole properties and single rooms on their website and in the office, so they are a really good place to start your search. Whilst they have many properties in Edgbaston for UoB students, they also advertise other places across the city for those who prefer somewhere quieter or closer to the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
Address: 1 Holy Well Close, Birmingham B16 8TB
Phone: 0121 456 5156
Contact: info@studentlettingsco.co.uk
Website: Student Accommodation in Birmingham | Student Letting Company
King & Co. Properties
Like many others on this list, King & Co. Properties offer amazing student support. If you’re too busy between lectures and deadlines to visit in-person, then their website has everything you could ever need! You can search through properties depending on how many bedrooms you are looking for. They also have a student support zone, where you can find tools and guides to support you through the renting process.
Address: 670 Bristol Rd, Birmingham B29 6BJ
Phone: 0121 415 5990
Contact: (submit the email form on their website)
Website: King & Co Properties: Letting Agent in Selly Oak, Student Lets, Rentals, Property Sales, University
John Shepherd Estate & Letting Agents
Students can easily locate John Shepherd Estate & Letting Agents in the city centre, with Birmingham City University and Aston University being just a short walk away! Their services are highly regarded for being reliable and providing a stress-free experience. Students have rated them highly for their friendly and helpful staff. Also, you can filter for student properties on their website to have a more streamlined house-hunting experience.
Address: 33 Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 2BS
Phone: 0121 633 4455
Contact: submit the email form on their website
Website: Student property for rent in West Midlands | John Shepherd
Even if you seem to still be looking long after everyone else has put a deposit down, don’t worry! It can be a difficult process, especially for first-time renters. Luckily, there is plenty of support available. I recommend looking at your university’s student guides for further guidance. They often hold housing fairs to advertise local estate agents and meet-ups to find potential housemates!
Good luck with your house hunting, and since you’re going to be in the area for a while, why not check out our guide to living in Birmingham? It has everything you need to know for thriving in the city, from the best pubs to fun things to do!
FAQs on the best student accommodation in Birmingham
Oakmans has over 1000 reviews on Google, averaging a 4.4 star rating.
Once you have found the group of people you would like to live with, start ASAP. But remember, the right people can make a student house a student home!
Letting agencies usually have more staff, meaning that any complaints and queries you might have are more likely to be responded to quickly. Private landlords are usually a one-man show, so they can be a bit slower.