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One-Bedroom Student Flats in Bristol
A one-bedroom student flat or studio in Bristol is the best option for anyone who prefers a quieter lifestyle and wants their own space, or for a couple looking for a home together. From St Pauls to the city centre, there's plenty of one-bed student flats in Bristol to get snapped up.
The city centre boasts the majority of Bristol's one-bedroom student flats. This area is vibrant and cultural, providing the perfect opportunity to go on a wild night out or do a bit of shopping. It's tricky to find yourself bored while living in student housing here in this Bristol hub!
The majority of the student areas in Bristol are well-suited to students at the University of Bristol, although be mindful that the University of the West of England is slightly further out from the centre.
Why UniHomes?
At UniHomes, we collaborate with letting agents across the city to bring you a whole bunch of 1-bedroom student flats in Bristol. If you require bigger student housing, browse our website using the filters at the top of the page to find the perfect three-bed, five-bed, and more homes to suit your needs. Plus, everything you see on UniHomes comes with bills included, so you have one less thing to worry about when you move in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bristol letting agents usually begin listing properties on UniHomes for the next academic year at the start of October, and searches from Bristol students on our website peak around the second week of November. While there will still be student houses and flats available after this, it's important to get in early enough if you're set on living in a specific area or type of accommodation.
There's normally a second wave of demand in January from students sorting their student accommodation after the Christmas break.
For the 2026-27 letting season, the average cost pppw for Bristol student accommodation on UniHomes is £188. Remember, this already included utility bills, which might not be the case on other websites.
So far in the 2026-27 letting season, Clifton is the most-searched for Bristol area on UniHomes. The city centre, Redland and Filton are all close behind. The 2025-26 was similar, with Clifton again coming out on top, but Filton ranking second.
So far in the 2026-27 letting season, 4-bed student houses are the most searched-for Bristol accommodation type on UniHomes, with a massive 42% increase in searches from 2025-26. As in previous seasons, 6 and 5-bed houses are also very popular - you sociable bunch.
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