Frequently Asked Questions
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Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) is housing specifically designed for students, offering fully furnished rooms, shared or private facilities, and student-focused amenities like study spaces and social areas.
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Redwood Student accommodation is primarily available to:
Full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students
In some cases, interns or recent graduates (subject to availability and property policies)
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At Redwood Student, most rents are all-inclusive, covering:
Utilities (electricity, water, heating)
High-speed Wi-Fi
On-site support and maintenance
Access to communal spaces such as study areas and lounges
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We typically offer tenancy lengths aligned with the academic year:
44–51 weeks
Selected properties may offer short-term or summer stays
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In many cases, a guarantor is required. However, Redwood Student may offer:
No-guarantor options
Alternative payment structures, such as advance rent
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Yes, every Student is required to pay a deposit equal to 1 weeks rent.
This is refundable at the end of your tenancy, subject to end of tenancy checks
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With Redwood Student, you can:
Select your preferred room type (studio, en-suite, shared apartment)
In some cases, request to live with friends or indicate preferences for flatmates
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Item descripYes, all Redwood Student rooms are fully furnished and typically include:
Bed and mattress
Desk and chair
Storage (wardrobe and shelving)
Kitchen facilities (shared or private, depending on room type)
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Our properties commonly feature:
Study rooms
Gym or fitness spaces
Cinema or games rooms
Laundry facilities
Social and communal areas
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Redwood Student properties are designed with safety in mind and often include:
24/7 CCTV
Secure access systems
On-site staff or security teams
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Redwood Student provides dedicated maintenance support. Issues can be reported via:
Resident apps
Online portals
On-site teams
We aim to resolve all issues as quickly as possible.
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Once the tenancy agreement is signed by all parties the agreement can not be broken within the fixed term.
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No—Redwood Student accommodation is available to both domestic and international students.
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Yes—our all-inclusive pricing means you won’t need to manage separate utility bills.
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Some Redwood Student properties offer parking. Availability is limited and may incur an additional cost.
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We provide:
On-site teams and reception support
Wellbeing assistance
Community events and resident activities
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Extensions may be available depending on demand and availability. We recommend contacting the Redwood Student team as early as possible.
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Ask the Redwood Student team on site. Typically Student Crowd is a good place to start
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Redwood Student have a comprehensive complaints procedure and will endeavour to resolve any grievances.