Penny Street, Lancaster
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About the Property
Penny Street Lancaster Student Accommodation is a modern student accommodation located at 114 Penny St, Lancaster, LA1 1XT, UK. As student-friendly apartments, this accommodation offers a variety of self-contained studio and en suite rooms. The Lancaster university student accommodation comes with modern interior design, dedicated space for studying, common areas, and proximity to academic institutions and the center of the town. The University of Cumbria is accessible in just 17 minutes on foot, whereas Lancaster University is only 10 minutes away by car.
Lancaster is considered one of the most welcoming student cities in the UK. Numbeo reveals that the safety level in Lancaster is estimated at around 67 points. Additionally, the World Happiness Report shows that the United Kingdom ranks among those countries that receive a happiness score of around 6.7 points out of 10. As stated by the estimates from the website of City Population, Lancaster is home to about 53,000 inhabitants. However, the population within the area exceeds 145,000 people. All these benefits make Penny Street Lancaster student accommodation a perfect option for domestic and foreign students alike. Due to its prime location and facilities that surround it, Penny Street Lancaster halls will continue to attract many students, where they can even maintain their cost of living in the city of Lancaster.
Features
Penny Street Lancaster Residence has made arrangements that suit all sorts of students, depending on the way they want to live. Students at Penny Street can opt for Superior Single Ensuite, Superior Plus Single Ensuite, and Superior Plus Studio accommodation. The accommodation options include an entire place, a private bedroom, a private bathroom, a shared kitchen, a double bed, a full-length mirror, a large desk, a whiteboard, smart storage space, a 50" LCD TV with Freeview in the common room, and finally, a fully furnished common room. Whereas others have a private kitchen and a 32" LCD TV with Freeview. These facilities make for an excellent combination that encourages studying and leisure time. To avoid overbearing costs, utilities such as high-speed Wi Fi, electricity, heating, contents insurance, and water are covered in the base rent.
Furthermore, there are numerous facilities provided by Penny Street Lancaster apartments that make students' lives easier. Facilities provided include communal spaces, bicycle parking, furnished communal areas, cycle storage, secured key fob access, laundry facilities, weekly cleaning service, on-site recycling facilities, and a garden. This property provides privacy, comfort, and convenience, and hence, it is a great place for students looking for student accommodation in Lancaster.
Security is among the major advantages of Penny Street Lancaster accommodations since they have several security-related features, such as secured access, 24/7 security arrangements, and 24/7 CCTV site coverage. Moreover, students can receive on-site property team and on-site maintenance. Students can learn effectively using the available study spaces while enjoying social activities and building new connections with other residents because of the social calendar of events. It can be seen from various reviews of Penny Street Lancaster apartments that their facilities positively affect the lives of residents.
Location and What's Hot?
The other key strength in Penny Street Lancaster student housing is that it is conveniently situated at the very center of the city of Lancaster. The other educational institutions also close to this student housing in Lancaster are Lancaster & Morecambe College, which is only 8 minutes away by car, and Lancaster and Morecambe College Morecambe Learning Centre, that takes a 17-minute drive away. Myerscough College St Michael's Rd, which is accessible via a 32-minute drive.
Students living in this student apartment in Lancaster will find it very easy to get to Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local, and Aldi, as all of these supermarkets exist within walking distance. In case the need for healthcare arises, students can reach Royal Lancaster Infirmary within a short while by driving. Two pharmacies in the area worth mentioning are Fox & Medcalfe Pharmacy and Brock Street Pharmacy, both existing within walking distance from this property. For those students who like having delicious food, there are plenty of good restaurants nearby. Kaspas Desserts Lancaster and German Doner Kebab (GDK) are two of the favorite restaurants where one can enjoy casual lunches with their friends. Also, one may choose to go to The Hall Cafe and Paul's Coffee Stop, two places known as some of the best cafes in Lancaster.
The cultural and entertainment life of students will be enriched thanks to the availability of nearby landmarks and attractions. Lancaster Castle is a favorite historical landmark and can easily be accessed by car; students may also like the Eric Morecambe Statue as a favorite coastal attraction of Lancaster. Additionally, there is entertainment for students offered by the local nightlife community. Highly recommended pubs such as Tite & Locke and The Waterwitch are just a short walk away.
Commute
Students residing at Penny Street Lancaster will definitely find excellent public transport links all around Lancaster and its environs. Bus Station (Stop 20) is easily accessible just 8 minutes away from the residence on foot. The other transport option that lies close by is Lancaster City Centre Rail Station, which is accessible by walking for about 10 minutes. Lancaster Rail Station is only 11 minutes away on foot and provides services to all UK cities and universities. Bare Lane Rail Station is accessible by car within 10 minutes from Penny Street Lancaster.
Room Types (3)
Ensuite
Superior Single Ensuite
Superior Plus Single Ensuite
Studio
Superior Plus Studio
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Payment and Fees
No deposit or bond is charged. An Advance Rent payment is required at booking. The Advance Rent payment forms part of the total rental amount. The advance rent payment is usually £200. The Advance Rent payment is deducted from the total rent due.
For 2026/27 AY (51/45/44/43 week contracts): Advance Rent: On booking. 1st instalment: 1 August 2026. 2nd instalment: 28 September 2026. 3rd instalment: 13 January 2027. 4th instalment: 14 April 2027.
Online payment through the secure portal. Bank transfer. Payments can also be made by parents, guardians, or sponsors using the student reference number.
A UK-based guarantor is required if paying in installments for most properties. Students without an accepted guarantor must pay the full year’s rent upon application. UK guarantor requirements: Must be personally known to the student. Must live and work in the UK. Must be aged 18–75. Must be employed, self-employed, or receiving a private pension. Must have a good credit history. Must provide proof of income. Must provide proof of residence for the last 3 years.
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