PricePinner
For many students, housing is the hardest part of starting university.
Renting or buying
Most students rent. Some students, often with help from family, buy a small flat and sell it after their studies.
Small flats are expensive per square metre
Small flats near universities are popular. The price per square metre is often high.
Learn the market
If you or your family think about buying, learn the prices of small flats near your campus first. Play sold homes nearby, and compare final prices.
Think about the monthly cost
Add the monthly fee and the loan cost. Compare it with the rent of a student room.
Think about selling
When you buy, also think about selling in a few years. Popular areas near campus are often easier to sell.
Practise in the game
Play the homes near your campus. It is free, and it is a good break from studying.