Unipol properties

Unipol can help you find a place for your family, either with a University property or with a private letting in the city.

Unipol, a registered charity dealing with student accommodation, owns some of our properties.

The University of Leeds has exclusive access (100% nomination rights) to a number of its family accommodation, but your contract is with Unipol not the University. Please see profiles of the different residences below.

Visit the Unipol Family website for more information about the different residences, including availability and advice on house hunting in Leeds/UK.

Properties

Dyers Court

  • recently refurbished accommodation within a block of student families and retired members of staff
  • a short walk to the University or the centre of Headingely
  • on a direct bus route to campus and the city centre
  • each two-bedroom flat consists of a large and a smaller bedroom, a living room and kitchen and bathroom
  • see the full Dyers Court profile here

Grayson Heights

  • modern purpose-built accommodation
  • conveniently located close to a large supermarket, a leisure centre and several schools
  • on a direct bus route to campus and the city centre
  • each two-bedroom flat consists of a large and a smaller bedroom, a living room and kitchen, bathroom and separate WC
  • living rooms as well as bedrooms have internet connection
  • see the full Grayson Heights profile here

Holborn Terrace and Shay Street

  • maisonettes with three bedrooms (1 double, 2 singles - but Unipol can put in an extra bed for larger families), a lounge, bathroom, separate toilet and kitchen
  • only 5 minutes' walk away from the University
  • car parking available, free of charge
  • see the full Holborn Terrace & Shay Street profile here

Mount Preston Street and Woodsley Terrace

  • located on the University campus
  • flats with two bedrooms (1 double, 1 single), a lounge, bathroom and kitchen
  • 8 flats available for couples, 24 flats for small families
  • fully furnished with gas central heating, smoke alarms, shower and bath
  • see the full Mount Preston Street & Woodlsey Terrace profile here

Cardigan Road Flats

  • 3 bedrooms in each flat: one double and two singles
  • spacious open plan kitchen/living area and bathroom
  • local schools nearby
  • 20-minute walk from the University campus
  • on a frequent bus route
  • see the full Cardigan Road Flats profile here

Size

Most Unipol properties are refurbished flats that are comfortable and cheap to run.

Unipol also have a few houses with four bedrooms suitable for large families, but these are in very short supply. If you have a large family (4 children or above) contact families@unipol.org.uk before you come to Leeds to see if one is becoming available. Rents vary depending on the location and size of the property.

Utility bills

Please see each property profile to see what utility bills are included.

Contract length

Your contract with Unipol will run for one year and can be renewed until you finish your course or leave the University (provided you continue to pay your rent).

Contract start and deposit

You must:

  • come and view the property before you sign your contract
  • pay a deposit of £500 plus one month's rent in advance. If your tenancy begins mid-month, you pay just the remainder of the month's rent.

More information

You can also find more information for international students with families here.