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It is a safe area with amenities closeby, even though its a bit far from the city, there is an efficient bus network that takes you to the city centre within half an hour. there are enough restaurants and grocery stores nearby with a massive Sainsbury closeby. Safe to cycle or jog around, well-lit at night, comfortable with a good internet coverage.
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It is a safe area with amenities closeby, even though its a bit far from the city, there is an efficient bus network that takes you to the city centre within half an hour. there are enough restaurants and grocery stores nearby with a massive Sainsbury closeby. Safe to cycle or jog around, well-lit at night, comfortable with a good internet coverage.
Value for money
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Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Selly Oak Court Information
| Telephone | 0121 472 3605 |
| Postcode | B29 6GH |
| Price from | £200.00 per week for 24/25 (subject to availability) |
| Top tip | 25/26 rents coming soon! Contact the accommodation team to join their waiting list. |
Room Types
Single Rooms - 2 Bed Cluster Ensuite
Single Rooms - 4 Bed Cluster Ensuite
Single Rooms - 5 Bed Cluster Ensuite
Single Studios Premium Plus Studio
Single Studios Premium Studio
Single Studios Deluxe Studio (Accessible)
Single Studios Super Deluxe Studio
Single Studios Deluxe Studio
Single Studios Standard Studio
Amenities
This property offers a games room, 24/7 CCTV, 24/7 on-site team, all-inclusive utility bills, contents insurance, gym, laundry facilities, on-site maintenance, on-site management, on-site parking, vending machine, garden with BBQ’s, pool tables, secure access, bike storage, study spaces, Wi-Fi & communal spaces. Discover more!
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- Gym
- Library or Study Area
Features
- Communal Kitchen
Internet Access
- Broadband
- WiFi
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
People/Staff
- Maintenance Team (Daytime Only)
Recreational Facilities
- Entertainment Room
- Gym
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
Services
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Study Support
- Library or Study Area
TV
- Cable TV
Transport
- Bike Storage
Travel Times
Selly Oak Court is located within easy reach of Bullring Shopping Centre, cultural attractions, shops, restaurants, music venues, nightclubs & local attractions.
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston campus26 mins6 mins18 mins1.9 mi
Birmingham Newman University
Main Campus1 hour 3 mins10 mins36 mins4.7 mi
Birmingham City University
City South Campus53 mins9 mins37 mins3.7 mi
Selly Oak Court Biography
Selly Oak Court is located in an ideal area of Birmingham, filled with independent boutiques and exciting nightlife. The city centre is a short distance away and the Selly Oak train station is a quick five-minute walk away. You have everything you need right on your doorstep as the accommodation is close to shops and supermarkets and the University of Birmingham is a twenty-minute walk away.
You can enjoy the many social spaces Selly Oak Court has to offer. There is a free on-site gym, pool tables, a private garden with BBQ’s and there is a communal area that includes a games area and TV lounge. To make your stay as convenient as possible, there is also WiFi, a study room, on-site laundry facilities, on-site parking and secure bike storage. You can also benefit from the on-site maintenance, on-site management, 24/7 CCTV, 24/7 on-site team, all-inclusive utility bills, contents insurance, secure access and vending machine.
You have a variety of self-contained studio rooms to choose from. Each studio is kitted out with a bed, plenty of storage, a double wardrobe, breakfast bar, en-suite shower room, study desk and chair, as well as a kitchen complete with a ceramic hob and combi oven. Should you prefer to stay with friends, you can opt to stay in an en-suite room in a cluster flat, where you will share a kitchen and living area. These rooms are furnished with a bed, double wardrobe, ample storage space, study desk and chair.
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All the Answers You Need About Student Accommodation
What tenancy length do I need?
Some students choose to stay during the academic year, whilst others – particularly international students – require a tenancy that covers the entire year. You can also find student accommodation that is available for one or two terms, classified as a “short stay” on our search filters.
Should I stay in catered student accommodation?
This is totally up to you! Catered accommodation means you will be served meals at set times in a dining hall, and you’ll likely have access to fewer kitchen facilities than if you were to stay in self-catered accommodation.
What is a guarantor and do I need one?
A guarantor is a person who signs a contract to agree to pay your rent if you are unable to. Most university accommodation requires a guarantor, and this applies to both domestic and international students.
Will I need to pay a deposit on student accommodation?
Most likely, yes, you’ll need to pay a deposit. This will be refunded at the end of your stay as long as there is no damage to the room or property.
What bills will my rent include?
If you are staying in university-run accommodation or private halls, your rent should include any utilities such as electricity, gas, water, and internet. Students are not required to pay council tax, however you may need to fill in an exemption form so make sure you check with your local council.
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Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) are residential buildings designed for students. They are often located close to campus, boast modern facilities, include all bills, and often have staff on site to assist residents.
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Student accommodation is typically fully furnished. Your room should include at least a bed, clothes storage, desk and chair. You’ll likely need to bring things such as bedding and kitchen utensils, but we have a full list here of everything you’ll need.
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Good area with all the shops that are needed in daily life, just far from my house
Great place affordable but far from my university
I had an issue with Selly Oak Court recently where an electrician entered my flat without any prior notice while I was not at home. According to my contract, they are required to give 24 hours' notice before entering, except in emergencies, but this was not respected. When I brought this up with the front desk, I was incorrectly told that the contract allows them to enter anytime. However, the receptionist DID NOT mention the clause about providing 24 hours' prior notice. If they expect tenants to follow everything stated in the contract, they should do the same thing when it comes to themselves. This disregard for tenant privacy is especially concerning. Imagine being a girl living alone and having someone visit your home without giving any notice - it's unsettling and unacceptable. I hope Selly Oak Court takes steps to address this issue, but I would caution anyone considering them due to this breach of trust and respect.
It is a safe area with amenities closeby, even though its a bit far from the city, there is an efficient bus network that takes you to the city centre within half an hour. there are enough restaurants and grocery stores nearby with a massive Sainsbury closeby. Safe to cycle or jog around, well-lit at night, comfortable with a good internet coverage.
It has been an enjoyable time here and created new adventures and memories and friends for life
Lovely place, been living there for the last 2 years
lived here for 4 years now and it is excellent value for money, really fresh looking rooms and great bathrooms. Location is brilliant with a 5 minute walk along the canal to Sainsburys, which has a few restaurants there too. Really close to the university. The manager Lee is absolutely fantastic, always goes out of his way to help me and is very nice and approachable. The security guards overnight and on weekends, I haven't had such a good experience with. They don't really want to help and often go out to get food whilst on shift, and so when fire alarms go off they haven't been around. The whole accomodation is cleaned everyday and always looks clean, never had any issues with that. Nice social space with a gym included in the price which doesn't happen anywhere else. I've had issues with the wifi but i've just bought my own router rather than speaking to the team or company, no reason to think they wouldn't fix it though. Any issues I have had have been fixed in a few days.
Convenient location and gorgeous interiors.
Lovely staff, great location - dead quiet almost all the time, but super close to the Selly train station and Sainsburys. The cluster rooms are very good value (honestly would say the ensuite is the best of all UoB student accoms) and even when things do go wrong, maintainance is super prompt and friendly. Big reccomendation. Has been an excellent experience.
So brilliant, had amazing times with friends and family
Nice next to the canal but quite a walk from campus
I will totally recommend you to choose selly oak court. I love its location. Although not in the most prosperous place, it is close to supermarkets and shops. It is in a beautiful and quiet environment, I enjoyed my time walking on the canal and playing with the geese. The room is perfect and cost-effective. The study room and fitness room mean a lot to me too, especially during the lockdown. Finally, Chris is great! He is so kind and warm-hearted. I cherish every day I spent in selly oak court.
Thank you for the review. We are really glad you enjoyed it here, also happy to know other people like the geese! There were a lot fo baby ones this year it seemed which is always nice.
Everything is perfect in selly oak court. It is in a quiet and beautiful environment however not too far from the shops and supermarkets. The room is cost-effective. And I love the study place most! Chris is warm-hearted and kind. You won’t be regretful if choosing selly oak court!
Thank you so much for the review. We are really glad you enjoyed it here!
I am genuinely so happy that I chose this accommodation. The managers are genuinely lovely. Maintenance is really friendly and funny and always ready to help. Chris is very attentive and helpful no matter what the issue or query is. All my friends in other accommodations pay much more than me and they always say they wish they stayed at Selly Oak Court, it’s worth every penny and after my year abroad I will most likely be coming back. It has exceeded my expectations.
Thank you so much for the review, we are really glad you like it here. We really hope you enjoy your year aborad and would love to wlecome you back to Selly Oak Court! - Chris
I think the wifi is not very good.Sometimes it dropped down when I am having classes, also I think the desks in the study room need to be changed becasue some of them are broken
Hi, thank you so much for the feedback. We are upgrading the speed moving into the 2021/22 academic year anyway (from 50mbps to 200mbps), but if it is dropping frequently it's probably an issue with your local access point. If you come and see us at reception we will help you fix this (sorry StudentCrowd doesn't give us your name so you will have to come and see us). It's also good feedback on the desks, we will make sure they are replaced shortly. - Chris
Chris is amazing! Very modern. We like the games section, particularly the four in a row. Study room is good! Safe in terms of security. Nice lounge. Very good maintenance. Booked for next year too!
Thank you so much for the review and for booking for next year. Grab us next time you go through reception and we can play connect 4! - Chris
It is really a perfect apartment that gives me a homecoming experience. I met a lot of friends here and my neighbors are all very friendly and warmhearted. We built snowmen in the yard, which was our best memory during the lockdown.
Thank you so much for the review. I saw your snowman in the garden, it looked great! - Chris
Chris the manager is really nice and very accommodating. The internet is really bad at times. It is close to the train station and Sainsbury’s but 20min walk to edge of uni.
Thank you so much for your review. I'm sorry you are having issues with the internet, we are upgrading it moving into next year anyway (from 50mbps to 200mbps) but if you are having issues it's probably a problem with your local access point. If you come and see us at reception we can help fix this for you (sorry, we can't see your name on Student Crowd so can't contact you ourselves). - Chris
It’s one of the best student halls nearby to the University of Birmingham offering great services, nice atmosphere and excellent rooms suitable for every need. I have availed the facility of a studio apartment in Selly Oak Court which is self sufficient and exactly as per a students’ need. Need not worry about anything, the staff is more than happy and willing to help in every moment (especially the Manager). Security is great and one can feel absolutely safe inside the premises.
Thank you so much for the review. I will also pass the feedback onto the security team. - Chris
The overall experience is good
Thank you so much for the review! - Chris
The staff are really friendly and supportive,especially during the covid period. Even at times when the social atmosphere was bad,I could always go speak to them about anything. The maintenance staff is really efficient as well. The spaces are kept clean and nice. The only issue was the wifi but the manager,Chris helped me call the company and that was resolved quickly. No complaints from me :)
Thank you so much for the review. We want you to know that it's not been a one way street, talking to you all has really helped me and the rest of the team through this difficult period. - Chris
The manager of the selly oak court is the asset of the accmmodation. He helps students a lot and helds many funny events too. Flats are more reasonable but studios are good for worry free uni life
Thank you so much for the review. We are really glad you enjoy the events, now lockdown restrictions are easing we hope to do a lot more of them! - Chris
ive stayed in this place for four years and i love it, clean, safe and wonderful staff, i would stay longer if i could sort termly contracts or monlthy contracts but i love it here
Thank you so much for the review. We wish you could stay for longer it's just tricky with how academic years work. - Chris
really good accommodation. no water issues. no power issues. better than battery park and also cheaper. chris the manger proper nice guy and always friendly. also all the other staff are nice. maintenance man always there if you need him.
Thank you so much for the review. I will also pass the feedback onto Andrew our maintenance whizz. - Chris