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I joined Abodus in the beginning of September 2023 I have had a great experience with living with them. They have exceptional facilities, it’s very convenient since it’s near most of the huge supermarkets chains and near the main city centre.
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Glasgow Hall Rankings
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| St James | #23 |
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Most helpful review
I joined Abodus in the beginning of September 2023 I have had a great experience with living with them. They have exceptional facilities, it’s very convenient since it’s near most of the huge supermarkets chains and near the main city centre.
Value for money
Location
Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
St James Information
| Telephone | 0141 473 3994 |
| Postcode | G4 0PS |
| Price from | £216.00 per week for 25/26 (subject to availability) |
| Top tip | St James caters for all students from around the world, with a massive range of en-suite rooms and studio apartments means there are endless choices for affordable accommodation. Visit the website to find out more. |
Room Types
Single Studios Superior Studio
Single Rooms - Classic Ensuite
Single Rooms - Superior Ensuite
Single Rooms - Premium Ensuite
Single Studios Deluxe Studio
Single Studios Classic Studio
Single Studios Premium Studio
Single Studios Superior Studio
Amenities
This property offers all utility bills included, Wi-Fi, monthly social events, onsite maintenance & housekeeping, 24 hour CCTV, communal lounges, gaming areas, study room, laundry rooms, bike storage, cinema room, onsite gym & yoga room. Discover more!
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- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
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- Maintenance Team (Daytime Only)
Recreational Facilities
- Cinema
- Communal Events
- Entertainment Room
- Gym
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- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
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- Cleaning Service
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St James is located in the vibrant city of Glasgow & has access to art spaces, eateries, bars & pubs.
University of Strathclyde
John Anderson Campus3 mins1 min3 mins0.1 mi
Glasgow Caledonian University
Main Campus12 mins4 mins9 mins1.0 mi
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Main Campus17 mins7 mins10 mins1.1 mi
St James Biography
St James is located in the vibrant area of Glasgow and is a short walk from local universities. When looking to get out and about, residents can explore the many bars, cafes, and restaurants that flood the area.
You can skip your gym membership as St James is equipped with an onsite gym and yoga room. Students can enjoy monthly social events and spaces, such as communal lounges, gaming areas, and cinema rooms. For your benefit, there are study rooms, Wi-Fi, all-inclusive bills, laundry rooms, and bike storage. To ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible, there is 24-hour CCTV and onsite maintenance and housekeeping.
St James offers a wide range of en-suite rooms and studio apartments that vary in size and price. Each room comes fully furnished meaning all you need to do is simply move in and add your finishing touches.
For more information please visit the website.
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.
What is purpose-built student accommodation?
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.
Will my student accommodation be furnished?
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.
Read St James Reviews
I can only advise anyone not to sign a tenancy agreement with Abodus Student Living. During the winter months of December and January 2023/24, the heating broke down extensively, leaving me with only a portable heater, which I had to pay for myself. Despite the poor service, there was no reduction in rent. After two weeks of back and forth, I was offered an upgrade to a studio in a higher price category. Initially, I was expected to pay the higher rent, even though the heating in my old studio was broken. After complaining to the Abodus management, I was given the upgrade free of charge. The heating in my new studio worked perfectly from mid-February to the end of May. Then, from the end of May/beginning of June, it broke down again, making heating impossible. The emergency is not as serious as in winter. But it's annoying when the room cools to 20 degrees at night, and you have to heat it up to 23 degrees the next morning because the heating isn't working again. Having to reheat the r
Thanks for your review and feedback. Thanks for letting us know and the team will take your comments seriously and discuss this internally. We were aware of heating issues in the building which we were out of control with fixing which is why it unfortunately took longer than anticipated but a permanent fix has been made so there will be no more issues. We thank you for doing the correct procedure reporting maintenance issues via the portal and we hope the rest of your stay is pleasant and we thank you for your patience.
Amazing I love living here! It is great
Thanks for your five-star review! Pleased to hear you have found it amazing living here at St James and have had a great experience! We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
I am ver happy with my accommodation, also, the common areas are great! Maybe, the washing machines need more maintenance.
Thanks for your great review! Pleased to hear you are very happy with your accommodation choice and choosing to stay with us at St James! Great to hear you taking advantage of our onsite facilities and living spaces we have for our residents. Thanks for your feedback. We will be sure to pass your comments and feedback onto the site team.
The people are super lovely and the room feels very spacious, even though on paper it’s small. I really enjoy living here!
Thanks for your great review! Pleased to hear you are really enjoying living here at St James! Thanks for your comments about our onsite team, they are there to support you throughout your stay. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
I love the place, however it's well known the automatic buttons for the front doors are iffy and it's not been fixed? Staff always help me out when they don't open though, they're absolutely lovely.
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your stay at St James and have had a great experience so far! Thanks for your feedback, we will pass this onto the team along with your lovely comments as well.
I have been living here for three years and I am happy with everything, staff are lovely, living space is great, no bugs, great kitchen and services are always really good quality and consistent.
Thanks for your great review! Pleased to hear you have been living here with us for 3 years at St James and have been happy with your experience! It's great you have enjoyed our facilities and the living space we have on offer for our residents, thanks for also appreciating our lovely onsite team. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the team.
Love the Abodus St James Team. So friendly and welcoming!
Thanks for your great review! Pleased to hear you have loved your stay and the team here at Abodus St James! We are happy you feel welcomed and have found your chocie a friendly option, we will be sure to pass your comments onto the team.
I joined Abodus in the beginning of September 2023 I have had a great experience with living with them. They have exceptional facilities, it’s very convenient since it’s near most of the huge supermarkets chains and near the main city centre.
Thanks for your five-star review! We are pleased to hear since moving in with us in September you've had a great experience at St James so far! Pleased to know you are taking advantage of our onsite facilities and are benefitting from our central location. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
All the staff are very lovely and after moving to a new country by myself it was nice to feel so welcomed. It's a perfect location for the University of Strathclyde and I'm so glad I got to spend my first year at uni here!
Thanks for your great review! Pleased to hear you have loved your choice to stay with us for your first year of university and the team onsite have welcomed you and made you feel at home, it's what we like to hear! We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
I've been staying here since the beginning of the 2023-2024 academic year. It's been amazing, good view from my window, amazing staff, excellent location, very easy to go to class.
Thanks for your great review! We are thrilled to hear you have been with us and chose St James as your accommodation choice! Pleased to hear you have had an amazing experience so far, enjoy our central location and have a great view from your room! Thanks for also shouting out our lovely staff team who are there to support you throughout your stay. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
Easily the nicest place to stay as a Strathclyde student, with plenty of space and close to everything I need to have. Facilities are great to hang out with mates and cleanliness is top-notch. A lot to desire for the price as this is almost the most expensive uni accom in Glasgow.
Thanks for your great review! Pleased to hear you are enjoying your time at St James and find it a nice place to live being a student! Great to hear you have everything you need here staying with us and are finding our common spaces and facilities great for socialising and hanging out with your friends! We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
Living at St. James' Student Residence for the past year has significantly exceeded my expectations. It's not just a place to stay but a hub of activity and comfort. With free access to amenities like pool tables, a cinema, a gym, and table tennis, it's easy to relax and unwind. The 24/7 front desk and dedicated security team ensure a safe and supportive environment.Its prime location near the city center, university sports facilities, and classrooms offers unmatched convenience. The spacious kitchens are well-equipped, fostering communal cooking and socializing.
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your time at St James and has exceeded your expectations! Great to hear you have enjoyed our facilities we have on offer for our residents and has been a positive impact to you. Thanks for shouting out our lovely staff team onsite and all they do residents, we are glad you are finding it comfortable and a safe place to live. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
Everything is really good overall, and I am happy to be a part of the st James community
Thanks for your great review! Glad to hear you are finding St James a great place to live and are happy to be a part of our little community we have onsite! We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
The location is perfect as I can literally see the Strathclyde library from my kitchen and everything is walking, so convenient and helpful.
Thanks for your great review! Pleased to hear you are enjoying your time at St James! We pride ourselves on our central location and being a doorstep away from local universities and amenities. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
住房体验挺好的，前台也挺友善的.就是每周火警响会影响休息，有时候晚上火警也会响.其他没什么问题.
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your time at St James and find our staff onsite friendly and helpful! The fire alarm is tested once a week as standard health and safety procedure to ensure your safety in staying with us. We will be sure pass your comments onto the site team.
As an international student, it has been amazing to be in a vibrant environment like St James. The staff at the accommodation have been super helpful and friendly. The amenities are convenient, and the location makes it super accessible to universities in the city.
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear that you have been having an amazing experience living here at St James especially as an international student! Happy to hear you are finding the amenities on offer convenient and our location a big help for you! Thanks also for your lovely comments about our staff team onsite. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the team.
I had an excellent experience here! All staff are accommodating and friendly. Good choice for students.
Thanks for your great review! Thrilled to hear you have had an excellent experience living here with us at St James! Thanks for appreciating our lovely onsite team, they are there to support you with anything you might have. Thanks for recommending us as a good choice for students to live. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
Very good location but had issues with hot water and heating. Took many complaints and 4 months to rectify which isn’t ideal considering the price
Thanks for your review! Thanks for your feedback, the issues regarding the hot water and heating were unfortunately an issue which was out of our control which should now be rectified. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and hope the rest of your stay is a greaat experience! We will be sure to pass your feedback onto the site team.
Living at St James is just fantastic. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, the rooms are comfortable and spacious and the staff is always friendly and helpful. The location is convenient, close to the uni and local amenities..
Thanks for your great review! Great to hear you are finding St James a fantastic place to live! Pleased to hear you are finding your room comfortable along with the other facilities we have on offer for you to use. We pride ourselves on our central location and being a doorstop away from local universities. Thanks for also shouting out our lovely staff onsite who are there to support you throughout your stay. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the team.
I've stayed in St James since first year, currently third year, and I am planning on continuing my stay until I graduate. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. The classic ensuite rooms are a good size and the bed is comfy. The desk is large and there is enough wardrobe and storage space within the room. The ensuite bathroom is a perfect size. The shared kitchens provide a social space and apt cooking facilities. The social spaces around the building are good, especially the cinema room. It is the perfect distance from classes and the library, incredibly easy to roll out of bed and straight into class! I wouldn't consider living anywhere else!
Thanks for five-star review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your stay at St James and have stayed with us for your whole university experience from first year till now! Happy to know you have found our onsite facilities of great use and have been happy with all aspects fo your stay with us. Thanks for also shouting out our lovely staff team who are there to support you. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the team.
i love living here - there’s great social and community scene with lots of community events for residents and shared spaces. the team are lovely and so helpful. the rooms and shared living spaces themselves are great and spacious.
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you are loving living here with us at St James! Great to hear you are getting involved and loving the events our lovely site team host for you to socialise and benefit from, thanks for also shouting them out! We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
Management, location and common areas are incredible.
Thanks for your great review! Great to hear you are enjoying staying here with us at St James and are loving our central location and amenities we have on offer for our residents! Thanks for your lovely comment on our management team onsite, they are there to support you during your stay. We will be sure to pass your comments onto them.
Everything is decent but more is always wished for at this price
Thanks for your review! Pleased to hear you are liking St James and we hear you, your feedback will be passed on and we will let the team know!
I’ve stayed here for about a year now and the staff is so extremely helpful! The common areas and clean and usable, while the rooms are quiet and have a very nice layout. Everything is within walking distance!
Thanks for your five-star review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your year so far staying with us here at St James! Great to hear you making use and liking our facilities we have on offer for our residents and everything is to your liking. We pride ourselves on our central location. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
It’s a good place to live, very practical and near GCU, strath and city of glasgow college, as well as all the main shopping streets, train stations and the bus station. Very well located and building is a good layout, nice bedrooms, kitchen nice as long as flatmates don’t make a mess and maintenance issues are usually dealt with fast, not always. Price keeps going up each year and it’s becoming unreasonably unaffordable as nothing about the building is changing but has gone up a couple thousand this year and three thousand next year? Washing prices have also gone up, so with this and rent pricing makes it hard to budget as student loans aren’t high enough to cover.
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your time at St James and are finding it a practical place to live with our prime central location. Glad to hear you like our facilities on offer for our residents. Thanks for your feedback on the rest mentioned, we will pass this on and take into consideration. We will be sure to pass on your lovely comments to the site team!
St James is the perfect location for Glasgow university students, the staff are great and make you feel welcome! Recommend!
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your time at St James along with the location as well as our lovely staff team making you feel at home! Great to hear you would recommend us to others. We will be sure to pass your comments onto the site team.
Great location if you're a Strathclyde student - the library and sports centre are directly opposite! It's also an easy walk to the rest of the campus, as well as the city centre. Studio flats are a good size and well appointed, with fast wifi. I rarely hear my neighbours, although I am in the back corner of the building so not a high traffic area. The staff are exceptional - really lovely and prompt at responding to any issues, however minor. They've really made me feel at home since I've been here! Highly recommend to anyone studying at Strathclyde.
Thank you for your great review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your time at St James! Happy to hear you are enjoying the facilities we have on offer for our residents and are pleased with your room, we hope this has benefitted your student experience. Our staff are there to support you throughout your stay with whatever it is you may need however big or small and we are glad you have found them to be supportive. The best thing is to hear how at home you feel, that's whay we like to hear from our residents. Thank you for recommending us to others! We will be sure to pass your comments on to the site team.
The staff is really good and the maintenance of the building is also done well. There are a lot of study spaces and lounges for different activities.
Thanks for your review! We are happy to hear you are enjoying your time at St James! Thanks for appreciating our staff and shouting out the amazing work they do in supporting you throughout the duration of your stay. They offer monthly events for residents to socialise and get together and we are glad you take advantage of this. We will be sure to pass your comments on to the site team.
A great accommodation venue - good rooms, close to lots of places to visit, well-maintained, I’ve enjoyed my time here so far
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you have enjoyed your time here so far at St James and we hope it continues throughout the rest of your time here with us! Happy to hear you are pleaseed with our rooms on offer, facilities for use and our location. We will be sure to pass your comments on to the site team.
I’ve lived in St James for 4 years now and the experience i’ve had has been nothing but exceptional. the staff are incredible and the space is great, they offer so much as well as it’s perfect location that makes everything walking distance!! highly recommend
Thanks for your five-star review! We are thrilled to hear you have stayed with us for four years now and have had a great experience! It's what we love to hear. Thanks for shouting out our amazing staff team, they are onsite to help and support you throughout your stay and we are happy to hear they have added to your student experience. Great to hear you would recommend us to other students. We will be sure to pass your comments on to the site team.
Great place to live, good location. Staff are lovely and helpful. Maintenance issues dealt with quickly, strong WiFi. Fun student events where you can meet people. Can be noisy outside on courtyard side but don't hear flatmates so quiet in that respect.
Thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you are enjoying your time at St James! Pleased to hear you are finding your stay with us a great place to live along with it being in a great location. Thanks for shouting out our staff also, they are there to help support you and further your student experience while you stay with us. Glad to see you take advantage of our events onsite and what we have to offer. We will be sure to pass this on to the site team.
when I first got here two years ago I was supposed to live in a studio that was on the first level, it was very cold as the door wouldn't close enough and the wind would come through. the fridge was frozen and as well would not close. there was a huge dark red stain on the floor. the studio was a lot smaller than excepted. My mum had to speak with the reception and ask them repeatedly to change my room because the one they assigned me to was not worth £172 /week. in the end, I got a new studio which is bigger and there are no problems with the cold, but the window, however, opens on the inside, three fingers wide, so there is almost no air inside. Overall, I would recommend a shared flat outside Athena Hall, because it is cheaper and has more space and facilities than this accommodation.