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Flatshare in Cardiff

£888/month

Private room

Room at Zenith Herbert Street Cardiff, CF10 4DG

£845/month

Private room

Room at Zenith Cardiff CF10 4DG

£862/month

Private room

Room at Saint Andrew's Place

£758/month

Private room

Room at Glossop Rd Adamsdown Cardiff CF24 0JU

£802/month

Private room

Room at Zenith Herbert Street Cardiff, CF10 4DG

£802/month

Private room

Room at Bridge St, Cardiff CF10 2TR, United Kingdom

£780/month

Private room

Room at 1-6 St Andrew's Pl, Cardiff CF10 3BE, United Kingdom

£888/month

Private room

Room at Zenith Cardiff CF10 4DG

£750/month

Private room

Room at Cardiff

£823/month

Private room

Room at Glossop Rd, Cardiff CF24 0JU, United Kingdom

£797/month

Private room

Room at 1-6 St Andrew's Pl, Cardiff CF10 3BE, United Kingdom

£888/month

Private room

Room at Zenith Herbert Street Cardiff, CF10 4DG

£775/month

Private room

Room at Cardiff

£758/month

Private room

Room at Bridge St, Cardiff CF10 2TR, United Kingdom

£871/month

Private room

Room at Bridge St, Cardiff CF10 2TR, United Kingdom

£537/month

Private room

Room at Blackweir Terrace, Cardiff CF10 3EX, United Kingdom

£858/month

Private room

Room at Newport Rd Ln, Cardiff CF24 0SP, United Kingdom

£802/month

Private room

Room at Zenith Herbert Street Cardiff, CF10 4DG

£802/month

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Room at The Parade

£737/month

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Room at Newport Road

Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Cardiff

Living in Cardiff as a student has a lot of benefits, such as learning about the local culture, improving your English, living in a multicultural environment and enjoying the high quality of teaching at its universities such as Cardiff University or Cardiff Metropolitan University. Added to this, the cost of living in this Welsh city is often cheaper than in other parts of the UK.

Available accommodationTotalAverage price
Private room Cardiff244€1084
Residence Cardiff123€1045
Studio Cardiff98€1887
Entire place Cardiff63€2822
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Most of the young internationals who go on exchange to Cardiff choose to live in shared flats with other flatmates. If this is also your preference, we recommend that you start the search as soon as possible to be able to find the ideal one for you more easily.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Cardiff

These are some of the most outstanding of living in shared flats in the Welsh city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Cardiff

  • You will be able to choose between spare rooms in private shared flats or student residences. Take a good look at what the rent price includes, since residences may include a gym and cleaning service.

  • In some cases, you can choose between a private individual room and a shared room. The latter usually have a lower cost per person.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Cardiff

  • Remember that living in a student residence means complying with more rules regarding hours and noise.

  • Some owners do not include the bedding, so you will have to buy it when you arrive or bring it from home.

Apps for your international exchange programme in Cardiff

To maximize your exchange experience, we recommend that you use Apps in which you will find information and advice on different aspects of the exchange (schedules, paperwork, forms, etc.) and life in the city. For example, some of the students who have been to Cardiff say that with an umbrella, a raincoat and shoes that resist rain, you will quickly get used to the weather and you will be able to enjoy the city to the fullest.

How to meet people in Cardiff

Consider one of the following ways to meet people in the Welsh capital:

Student associations in Cardiff

Each of the Cardiff universities has different clubs and associations that you can join. For example, Cardiff University has more than 200 different ones from the most varied fields, including art (dance, song, music, etc.), different sports, nationalities, religions, causes and interests (such as linguistics, journalism, medicine, meditation, among others). 

Facebook groups for international students in Cardiff

There are several groups on this social network for international students, such as the one called Cardiff University International Study Centre. In these groups, you can receive support when you arrive in the city and also find out about different activities that are planned for the integration of young people, especially during the first month of the academic year.

Whatsapp groups for international students in Cardiff

Both from Facebook groups and from societies and clubs, WhatsApp groups are usually created that you can join. In them you will be able to be in more direct contact with the other students, knowing their interests and planning activities on their own.

Tips for living in a shared apartment in Cardiff

Here are some tips for you to take into account:

  • Public transport in Cardiff is very good, so you will be able to choose accommodation in the most convenient neighbourhood for you without thinking about it, such as Cathays, Grangetown, Roath, Maindy or the city centre.

  • During your stay in Cardiff, you can't miss out on attending a football match, rugby match or a game played by a local team, such as Cardiff City FC. This way you will be able to witness the passion that the Welsh feels for their teams and sports.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Cardiff 

How much does a shared flat in Cardiff cost?
In general, the monthly price of a room in a shared flat in the Welsh capital is around £500. The minimum is usually £300, but the maximum depends on the characteristics and location of the flat.
How to meet people in Cardiff?
There are plenty of societies and clubs you can join at your college to meet students who have similar interests as you. For example, Cardiff University has more than 200 different interests and activities. You can also join Facebook and WhatsApp groups to meet people before your arrival.
Share a flat or live alone in Cardiff?
The ideal for a student budget is always to share a flat since this allows the cost of rent and services to be divided among all those who live there. Thus, you will be able to save on that monthly price and have more money to carry out other activities.
What should I take into account when entering a flatshare in Cardiff?
You have to remember that you will surely live in a multicultural environment in which the lifestyles of all your colleagues are different, so you have to go with an open mind. You also have to pay attention to whether the utility costs are included in the rental price.
What are the best apps to find flatmates in Cardiff?
Among the best apps/websites that you can use, both to find roommates and to find accommodation is Erasmus Play. In it, you will be able to compare the available and verified accommodations easily to choose the ideal one for you.

 

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