Student homes near University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth Accommodation

The University of Portsmouth is found in the beautiful coastal city of (you guessed it) Portsmouth. With its iconic harbour, picturesque seafront, and plethora of things to see and do, the only thing that could make your time in Portsmouth even better is finding your perfect student accommodation. Whether you go for private halls, a cosy 1-bed flat, or a spacious 5-bedroom house, choosing student housing near the University of Portsmouth puts you right at the heart of student life – close to your studies and surrounded by everything that makes Portsmouth such a great place to live.

Top tip: the average number of bedrooms for UniHomes' student accommodation in Portsmouth is 5 (as of October 2026), which reflects student search habits from the 2026-27 letting season (where 5 beds were the most popular on our site, after 4 beds). So if you're after student housing near the University of Portsmouth for a group of 4 or 5, act quickly as the competition here can be fierce.

What to do in student housing near the University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a city that was practically made for students. In between classes and on those well-deserved weekends, there's always something to enjoy. Need a break after a hard week? Why not head over to Elm Grove in Southsea and treat yourself to an iced coffee and a slice of cake at the Southsea Deli?

Fancy a bit of retail therapy? Gunwharf Quays near the city centre is the place you’ll need to visit, thanks to its countless outlets. Or you can join the locals at Fratton Park to cheer on Portsmouth F.C., for when you fancy soaking up some of Portsmouth's infectious community spirit. When night falls, you’ll find students flocking to the most popular spots like Astoria on Guildhall Walk, The One Eyed Dog on Elm Grove, O’Neill's on Albert Road, or the newest addition to Palmerton Road, Go Rogue.

Whether you’re based on Guildhall Walk or in Southsea or Fratton, living in student accommodation near the University of Portsmouth makes student life as convenient as it is fun. And with this city being a super walkable and well-connected place, it is so easy to stroll over to your lectures, hop on the U1 or U2 bus, or catch a train from Portsmouth & Southsea and Portsmouth Harbour stations.

Curious about how much student accommodation near the University of Portsmouth costs? Averaging out at around £157 per person per week (as of October 2026, based on UniHomes' Portsmouth properties), student housing in Portsmouth can fall anywhere between £120 and £327 pppw – meaning there's something to suit all budgets.

Written by Portsmouth Content Ambassador and current University of Portsmouth student Claire Munro. Thanks, Claire!

Why UniHomes?

It doesn't matter if you're after a 6-bed shared student house, a snug 2-bed apartment or a studio flat, we're here to help you find student housing near the University of Portsmouth that's perfect for you. Here at UniHomes, we work with a variety of local letting agents to showcase the best student accommodation that Portsmouth has to offer, all in one convenient place.

What's more, all properties featured on our website come with bills already included, making budgeting a breeze. Find your perfect home from home with us today!