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Flatshare in Portsmouth

£754/month

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Room at Europa House, Havant Street, Portsmouth PO1 3ER

£828/month

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Room at Chaucer House Unite, Portsmouth Portsmouth PO1 2GP

£802/month

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Room at Europa House, Havant Street, Portsmouth PO1 3ER

£784/month

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Room at Stanhope House 91-93 Commercial Rd, Portsmouth PO1 1BQ, United Kingdom

£828/month

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Room at Crown Place Station St Portsmouth, PO1 1BZ

£780/month

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Room at Europa House, Havant Street, Portsmouth PO1 3ER

£802/month

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Room at Havant St, Portsea, Portsmouth PO1 3ER, United Kingdom

£823/month

Private room

Room at Stanhope House 91-93 Commercial Rd, Portsmouth PO1 1BQ, United Kingdom

£828/month

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Room at Greetham St, Portsmouth PO5 4FB, United Kingdom

£884/month

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Room at Stanhope House, Portsmouth Portsmouth PO1 1BQ

£979/month

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Room at Coburg Street, Portsmouth, PO1 1JA

£936/month

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Room at Stanhope House, Portsmouth Portsmouth PO1 1BQ

£966/month

Private room

Room at Greetham St, Portsmouth PO5 4FB, United Kingdom

£797/month

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Room at Rosalind Franklin Halls, Portsmouth Portsmouth PO1 2DF

£828/month

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Room at Chaucer House, 32 Isambard Brunel Rd, Portsmouth, PO1 2DR, UK

£828/month

Private room

Room at Greetham Street Unite, Portsmouth Portsmouth PO5 4FB

£906/month

Private room

Room at Stanhope House, Portsmouth Portsmouth PO1 1BQ

£806/month

Private room

Room at Stanhope House, 91-95 Commercial Road, Portsmouth, PO1 1BQ

£966/month

Private room

Room at Greetham St, Portsmouth PO5 4FB, United Kingdom

£771/month

Private room

Room at Stanhope House 91-93 Commercial Rd, Portsmouth PO1 1BQ, United Kingdom

Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Portsmouth

This city in the south of England is chosen by numerous students every year, not only because it offers the possibility of delving into English culture, improving the language and studying at one of its universities (such as the University of Portsmouth), but also has a wide variety of activities for all tastes. For this reason, it attracts both young people who prefer to live in a calm and cultural environment and those who want their exchange to be a pure party. Of course, you can also enjoy both aspects of the city!

Available accommodationTotalAverage price
Private room Portsmouth96€1033
Residence Portsmouth62€1100
Studio Portsmouth56€1105
Entire place Portsmouth4€1075
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Living in a shared flat is the most chosen option by students since it allows you to save on rent. In addition, living with roommates will allow you to practise English all the time, making you improve much faster.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Portsmouth

In this section, we will tell you what are some pros and cons of living in shared flats in the English city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Portsmouth

  • You can take advantage of the savings in rent to explore more of the city and travel to nearby places like Southampton and Isle of Wight, for example.

  • Some spare rooms are part of private flats and others are in student residences. The latter usually have more rules but can also include services such as laundry, study area, leisure area, garden, and even a place to store bicycles.

  • Living with roommates will cheer you up on those grey days of typical English weather.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Portsmouth

  • You will have to reach an agreement with your flatmates about the use of heating, especially if utility bills are not included in the rent.

  • Coexistence is usually not easy at all, so we recommend that there be certain rules established from the beginning.

Apps for your international exchange in Portsmouth

In recent years, many apps have been developed to make the exchange process simpler. In these apps, you can access instructions on procedures to study in Portsmouth, as well as information about the university and tips on life in the city. For example, young people recommend awareness of the different discounts students have since they can be in transportation, shops, even bars and restaurants.

How to meet people in Portsmouth

In this section, we inform you about the simplest and most fun ways you have to meet people in the English city, in addition to sharing moments with your flatmates:

Student associations in Portsmouth

The institutions of this city have societies and clubs you can join. For example, the University of Portsmouth has the Students' Union, which in turn has more than 150 societies and clubs of the most diverse interests. Some of them are for different sports (like climbing, cycling, soccer, quidditch, taekwondo, and diving, among others), to different nationalities, religions, and many more.

Facebook groups for international students in Portsmouth

There are several groups on this social network that you can join, such as the one from the international office of the University of Portsmouth, which is called “University of Portsmouth - Global Community”. You will also find those of the different societies that you can join, in which you will be able to see all the activities and events that they organize.

WhatsApp groups for international students in Portsmouth

Generally, Facebook groups and societies have WhatsApp groups, Telegram and even Discord servers that you can join. Take the opportunity to introduce yourself, to join the plans or propose your own, whether it's going to a bar for a few pints or walking quietly along the seafront.

Tips for living in a shared student apartment in Portsmouth

The following are some tips to remember when sharing a flat in this English city:

  • Some neighbourhoods most chosen by young people to live during their stay in Portsmouth are Southsea, Fratton and the city centre. If you want to be close to the sea, Southsea is ideal.

  • If any of your roommates are originally from Portsmouth and you don't initially understand them when they speak, don't worry! The local accent is usually powerful, but you will surely get used to it quickly.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Portsmouth

How much does a shared flat in Portsmouth cost?
The minimum for a spare room in a shared flat is usually £340, although the average is generally around £500. A shared multi-bedroom apartment, meanwhile, typically starts at £1,200 and up for a two-bedroom flat.
Where to look for shared flats in Portsmouth?
Do it in Erasmus Play! In the search engine you will be able to compare the entire verified accommodation offer that corresponds to shared flats, that is, you will find both rooms and apartments with a capacity for several students.
How to meet people in Portsmouth?
The best thing you can do is join one of the many societies and clubs that universities have. In them, you will be able to meet people with similar interests to yours. You can also join groups on Whatsapp, Telegram, Facebook, and Discord servers.
What are the advantages of sharing a flat in Portsmouth?
This type of accommodation allows you to save on rent, which you can invest in different activities in the city and travel to other nearby ones, such as Southampton and Isle of Wight. In addition, you will be able to easily choose a flat in areas full of students.
How to choose ideal roommates in Portsmouth?
This English city has a good ambience, both for those who want to party often or for those who prefer to be quiet. Ideally, your roommates should share your tastes in that aspect, so you can understand each other and even make plans together.

 

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