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Flatshare in York

£1,062/month

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Room at Student Castle York York YO1 9TL

£1,170/month

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Room at Student Castle York York YO1 9TL

£1,187/month

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Room at The Boulevard Roost York YO10 3JG

£1,157/month

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Room at The Boulevard Roost York YO10 3JG

£1,014/month

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Room at Frederick House York York, UK

£997/month

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Room at Percy's Ln York YO1 9PN UK

£950/month

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Room at York

£888/month

Private room

Room at James Street

£997/month

Private room

Room at 3 James Street, York, YO10 3WW

£966/month

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Room at 80 Walmgate, York YO1 9TL, United Kingdom

£910/month

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Room at Frederick House Fulford Rd York YO10 4EA UK

£914/month

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Room at Town House Apartments, 98-104 Holgate Rd, Holgate, York YO24 4BB, UK

£1,053/month

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Room at Samuel Tuke Apartments, 37 Lawrence Street, York. YO10 3FU

£975/month

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Room at Student Castle York York YO1 9TL

£953/month

Private room

Room at Student Castle York York YO1 9TL

£1,031/month

Private room

Room at Percy's Ln York YO1 9PN UK

£897/month

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Room at Fulford Road

£1,101/month

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Room at The Boulevard Roost York YO10 3JG

£1,105/month

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Room at Vita Lawrence Street York YO10 3FT

£1,080/month

Private room

Room at York

Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in York

This medieval English city is considered a student city due to the number of young English and international students who study there.

Available accommodationTotalAverage price
Private room York150€1364
Residence York60€1400
Studio York56€1642
Entire place York21€1857
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Keep in mind that the cost of living in England is high and York is no exception. For this reason, most international students choose a spare room in a shared apartment, which allows their student budget to reach for more activities and experiences during their stay.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in York

We inform you of some pros and cons of living in shared flats in this English city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in York

  • You can choose between spare rooms in flats and private shared residences such as York University or York St John University student residences.
  • There are many housing options in convenient neighbourhoods for students, such as downtown York, Clifton and Clementhorpe.
  • Take advantage of savings on rent to travel to nearby places, such as Leeds, Sheffield and Manchester.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in York

  • It can be challenging to find accommodation with an affordable price and all the essential characteristics for you, so we recommend that you start searching as soon as possible.
  • Share common spaces and respect the use by other colleagues.

Apps for your international exchange programme in York

In the apps aimed at international exchanges, you will find online communities, information to carry out different procedures, data about the university and the city and experiences of previous students. For example, many young people recommend that you rent or buy a second-hand bike, as it is one of the cheapest ways to get around the city. Don't worry, the streets are quite flat so you don't have to make much effort.

How to meet people in York?

Consider the following options for meeting people in the English city, as well as connecting with your flatmates when you arrive in the city:

Student associations in York

Both York University and York St John University have different societies and clubs you can join. This is one of the best ways to meet people with similar hobbies and interests. For example, some clubs you can find are the ones for badminton, hockey, dance, cheerleading, snow sports, rugby, powerlifting, swimming, and volleyball. Among the societies are those of Anime and Manga, Board Games, Art, Comedy, Disney, Debate, Erasmus, Gardening, and Formula 1, among others.

Facebook groups for international students in York

On this platform, you will find groups of international student societies, which you can join to meet other young people who are in the same situation as you. One of them is called “ISA at The University of York”.

Whatsapp groups for international students in York

Most likely, you will find groups in this app, in which you will not only be able to meet other students and introduce yourself but also join the organized plans and propose yours, whether it's going for a beer, exploring the city or travelling.

Tips for living in a shared student apartment in York

Keep these tips related to living in a shared flat in mind in the English city:

  • It would be best if your flatmates were of different nationalities than yours, so you can take the opportunity to practise English to the fullest.
  • If you are not afraid and you are in October in this city, you have to go with your flatmates to The York Festival of Ghosts! It is a Halloween celebration in which there are processions and parties with people very well dressed in costumes of the theme.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in York

How much does a shared flat in York cost?
In general, the average cost of spare rooms in shared flats is around £500 per month, although it can be higher depending on the features you have. Additionally, full multi-bedroom apartments start at £1,350.
How to meet people in York?
You have the option of joining numerous societies and clubs at York University, making it easy to meet people with similar interests. You can also join the Facebook and Whatsapp groups of international students.
Why share a student flat in York?
Because the cost of living in England is high and has a lower rental cost you will be able to enjoy more activities and experiences in York and the area. Another reason is not to be alone as soon as you arrive in the city, making everything more enjoyable.
How to choose ideal roommates in York?
We suggest that you choose partners who have lifestyles similar to yours, or at least compatible, but who are also of different nationalities. This way you will be able to practise English even more and learn from different cultures.
What are the best apps to find roommates in York?
One of the best apps/websites is Erasmus Play, an online community where you can also filter between the available and verified room options in this English city.

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