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Housing support
Living away from home with other students could be one of the most exciting and rewarding parts of your time in Portsmouth.
Halls Of Residence Handbook 2025–26
Living in halls of residence? This handbook includes your contractual terms and conditions, as well as useful information such as what you should bring, guests and visitors, cooking and catering, among other bits and pieces, to help you make the most out of living in halls.
Help with living in halls - Res Life Team
If you're experiencing the ups and downs of sharing a hall with other students, the residence life team can offer help and advice. You can get help and advice with:
- health concerns
- homesickness
- relationship problems (e.g. with housemates)
- noisy neighbours
Help with private renting
From finding somewhere suitable and checking over the details, to moving in - we've got you covered.
House hunting guide
If you've never had to find a place to live before, house hunting can seem like a big challenge. Our guide is a helpful companion to finding student accommodation in Portsmouth. Learn how to choose who to live with, find a student house, navigate key responsibilities like Council Tax, and decode the jargon you'll encounter during a property viewing.
Viewing a property
Use our property viewing checklist to make sure you don't miss a thing when you're looking round a potential new home.
Moving in
Once you've found the ideal private accommodation, you'll need to work through the process of moving in. This can seem daunting but don't worry, we've got your back. Find out what to check for on an inventory, how to get your utilities and council tax sorted, and what to do with your tenancy agreement. We also provide important safety tips and a checklist for a smooth move.
Getting help and advice
You might find answers to commonly asked questions helpful. If you need any advice, our Student Housing team may be able to help.