Single Apartments Superior 1 Bed Apartment
51 Weeks
Tenancy Length
06 Sep
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£349.00
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The accommodation is very nice the location is wonderful the rooms are very nice spacious and modern. Has a nice layout. The social spaces are nice and there are a lot of different things to do. There’s a cinema room, gym, games room. The studios are really nice. The staff are amazing they always help with any problems and get everything sorted ASAP. Staff are very friendly and actually care about the students living in their accommodation.
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| Queen's Hospital Close | #47 |
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The accommodation is very nice the location is wonderful the rooms are very nice spacious and modern. Has a nice layout. The social spaces are nice and there are a lot of different things to do. There’s a cinema room, gym, games room. The studios are really nice. The staff are amazing they always help with any problems and get everything sorted ASAP. Staff are very friendly and actually care about the students living in their accommodation.
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Kensington House Information
| Postcode | B1 1LN |
| Price from | £228.00 per week for 25/26 (subject to availability) |
Room Types
Single Apartments Prestige 1 Bed Apartment
51 Weeks
Tenancy Length
06 Sep
Move in from
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Amenities
Popular
- Cinema
- Common Room
- Gym
- Library or Study Area
Features
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
Internet Access
- WiFi
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
Recreational Facilities
- Cinema
- Entertainment Room
- Gym
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Study Support
- Library or Study Area
Transport
- Bike Storage
- Free Car Parking
Travel Times
Ulster University
Birmingham (QABS)7 mins4 mins7 mins0.3 mi
University College Birmingham
The Link14 mins6 mins10 mins0.9 mi
Summer Row13 mins6 mins12 mins0.9 mi
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Read Kensington House Reviews
Management, in particular Aleksandra was horrible. Wouldn’t recommend as a place to stay, very money greedy & the place smells. Maintenance take months to sort out any issues and the place overall is very old, odours all around and have terrible management who are only driven by money and not how well they take care of the place and the students who live there. The bathroom smelt all year, chair was filthy upon arrival & corridors smelt horribly. Wouldn’t recommend at all.
I am very happy living at Kensington House, the staff has made me feel at home the moment I arrived and are always ready to help it you need anything (special shout out to Lucretia and Joe). The location is also great and the rooms are spacious and new.
The accommodation is very nice the location is wonderful the rooms are very nice spacious and modern. Has a nice layout. The social spaces are nice and there are a lot of different things to do. There’s a cinema room, gym, games room. The studios are really nice. The staff are amazing they always help with any problems and get everything sorted ASAP. Staff are very friendly and actually care about the students living in their accommodation.
Don't rent with them,my daughter took a studio for a year,we paid upfront for a year,due to lockdown my daughter didn't need the studio,they refused to refund and didn't find a replacement tenant.When we found one they wanted money from her even though we paid until 30.6.
Kensington house is really recommended. Located so close to the city center and most of the essential shops are near with affordable price. The room with its bathroom are very clean, have a good heating and well furnished. Staff are really friendly specially Mohit and he always offers his help. I hope using other facilities when COVID-19 restrictions lift.
It is a very pleasant experience. I was apprehensive initially about the accomodation in a new place and how things would be. But once I checked into the place it all eased to rest. It is very clean and secured. The property is located in the heart of Birmingham city centre and everything you need are just a few steps away. The rooms are bright, clean and well furnished with a lot of storage and feels home. Very satisfied with my booking with this property. I must also include a special mention about Mr. Mohit in the reception desk. Great guy! Very helpful and always ready to assist you to sort out any issues. My check in was hastle free when I arrived and he was very quick to respond to your queries. Highly recommended place for students to stay. Don't give a second thought. Just go for it and I am sure everything will be taken care of.
Please whatever you do stay away from Kensington House in Birmingham. Once you’ve paid your rent then they ignore all your repair requests. I moved into my room 3 weeks ago and there has been a problem with the radiator that needs to be overhauled. The noises coming from the radiator throughout the day and night even when switched off sounds like a car engine revving. I have been trying unsuccessfully to have it fixed properly and have been told numerous times that it needs to be bled. The maintenance guy who speaks no English doesn’t understand what my complaints are. I have been so frustrated and sleep deprived that I’ve been brought to tears. I’m not able to concentrate on my lectures which are all remote. Even my professor have asked if there’s construction work nearby. The building manager has ignored me and is very flippant whenever I complain. I don’t feel I’m respected because I’m a student despite the fact that I’ve paid like everyone else.
Kensington House is a great accommodation. It’s in the heart of Birmingham and it’s nearby shops, restaurants, university campuses and the train station china town. This property has games room, spacious GYM and movie room for student indoor entertainment. The staff are also very lovely and they always ask how my day has been. They’re there to help so if you have any queries, they’ll be there to answer them.
Excellent student life experiences in Kensington House. Good price and wonderful service is the biggest advantage compare to others. Rooms are nice and light and spacious, and finish is high quality. I hope you can live in here and have a unforgettable memories.
Good price and wonderful service is the biggest advantage compare to others. Nice place to live in, good location near train station and china town. Staff is nice and friendly
Kensington house is a very good accommodation for international students. I stayed here for 1 year my room is a premium studio room on level 6 newly built spaciously with nice kitchen and bathroom to the highest standard. Nice city centre view from the window. property is very close to university of birmingham and china town. it has 24 hour gym, indoor games room and cinema room for student entertainment. The staff in the property is very professional and friendly. its feels like home away from home. I really like this place.
It’s a very good place for international students. Lovely gym, lovely private cinema, lovely luxury spacious room with nice kitchen and bathroom, and warm friendly staff.
This is a brand new studio apartment on level 6 with excellent facilities like games room, big Gym,. The location is also very good, close to the train station and close to shops in the city center. Not far from Chinatown. The staff is nice and friendly!
The living environment is very comfortable, close to new street station and China town. The staff is very helpful and welcoming and will occasionally provide some free fruits and biscuits and so on. My study abroad experience in Birminghan was very good. I highly recommend this property for international students.
Accommodation is brilliant, staff are great - lots of common rooms and a big cinema room.
High quality student accommodation unlike any other, especially for the area! Brilliant rooms done to a good standard offering style and functionality coupled with great communal rooms and lovely staff. Definitely worth the money! I feel comfortable, safe and at home in this building. It's also a great location to live being in the heart of the city.
Nice apartment with spacious room very good bathroom and kitchen, location of the property is very close to the new street train station and bull ring shopping centre. Very close to all universities. The staff is very helpful and nice. good accommodation for international students.
This student apartment is very nice with convenient transportation, close to Chinatown, beautiful and comfortable room environment and neat corridor, The apartment is well equipped with gym, movie room and public place. There are many international students living there. The staff of the apartment is serious and responsible. Both the front desk staff and the office staff are very friendly and nice.
I have lived here for three years, everything is fine, the transportation is convenient, there are many restaurants nearby
Amazing location, quite nice property with good communal areas. The rooms are quite nice, especially the newer built ones. Overall great place to live.
Amazing location! Great helping and responsive management staff. Really trying to go way and beyond for the students.
Perfect facilities and location of the accommodation. The staff are outstandingly friendly and helpful to ensure a comfortable stay. I would definitely recommend this accommodation for students looking for accommodation in Birmingham. COVID-19: During the lockdown staff at Kensington house make sure we are safe . They have arranged for hand sanitizers and masks for the students in the building for their protection . All the common areas in the building is nice clean and tidy.
Rooms are nice and light and spacious, and finish is high quality. Good price and wonderful service is the biggest advantage compare to others.
A very good place to live in, good location nearing station and china town and staff is very nice and friendly"