Student Housing in Aberdeen

Aberdeen really is an amazing place: as Scotland's third-largest city (after Glasgow and Edinburgh), Aberdeen has stood the test of time to become both one of the oldest and the happiest cities in the UK, making it the perfect place to study—especially if you've got a strong connection to the outdoors. Nearby you can find miles of beautiful beaches, the Cairngorms National Park, the picturesque Balmoral Castle, and the scenic River Dee (which just so happens to run through the heart of the city). It's no wonder that the Granite City attracts 50,000 students to its streets every year.

If you’re one of these students, you'll no doubt be thinking about next year's home-away-from-home. At UniHomes, we know that the student house hunting process can easily get overwhelming, which is why we've worked with letting agents across the city to bring you a wide selection of student accommodation in Aberdeen, all on one handy website.

All you need to do is use the filters at the top of the page to sort the results by bedroom number, price, area and university, and you'll be able to find your next student home in Aberdeen in no time - with bills included. It doesn't matter if you're after a small 1-bedroom student apartment right in the centre or a spacious 5-bedroom house further out in the suburbs, UniHomes has your back.

The Aberdeen student housing market: everything you need to know

Which areas of Aberdeen are popular with students?

With the city centre being the most popular area for student accommodation in Aberdeen, it's clear that Aberdeen students like to be at the heart of the action. With Aberdeen's excellent transport links, getting to and from uni when you live in the City Centre has never been so easy—meaning you can easily head to your lectures during the day and go for a night out in the evening.

Other in-demand parts of Aberdeen include Kittybrewster, Hilton, and Rosemount, thanks to how close they all are to the University of Aberdeen. Are you a Robert Gordon University student instead? Try looking for Aberdeen student housing in Broomhill or Ferryhill.

Student life in Aberdeen

Aberdeen is a lively student city with loads to see and do. Don't know where to start? Explore charming Old Aberdeen with its quaint cobbled streets lined with historic buildings and cosy cafés, or head to the nearby golden beaches and try your hand at surfing or paddle boarding in the warmer months. If you fancy heading further afield, the UK’s largest national park, the Cairngorms, is not far away.

Although famous for its natural beauty and well-preserved historic architecture, that’s not all Aberdeen has to offer! The city is also famous for its delicious local seafood and tasty Aberdeen Angus beef, not to mention its renowned Scottish whisky. If you’re more of a craft beer fan, check out BrewDog's flagship bar or tour the renowned ‘Craft Beer Kilometre’—just don't do it on a weekday if you want to make it to your 9ams.

More of a music fan? Visit P&J Live and the Music Hall to see world-renowned bands. Alternatively, make the most of Aberdeen’s nightlife and head to the famous ‘Granite Mile’ along Union Street for the best selection of bars, pubs and clubs!

Read more about student life in Aberdeen

Check out our blog posts on the best student nights out in Aberdeen and the top 8 things to do in Aberdeen as a student, as well as our guide to student life in Aberdeen.