Specialist Student Accommodation Block Management
Managing a student accommodation building requires a different approach to traditional residential letting. Student accommodation operators must handle large numbers of tenants, communal facilities, maintenance schedules and strict compliance requirements. Gillams specialises in the management of student accommodation buildings across Exeter, including purpose-built student accommodation, student apartment blocks, cluster flats and large licensed HMOs.
Types of Student Accommodation We Manage
Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA)
Purpose-built student accommodation developments typically include studio apartments, cluster flats and shared facilities. Gillams provides full operational management for PBSA buildings including marketing, lettings, tenant management and maintenance coordination.
Student Apartment Blocks
We manage student apartment blocks by coordinating lettings, maintaining communal areas and ensuring smooth tenant management throughout the academic year.
Large Student HMOs
Large student houses and licensed HMOs require careful management of tenants, safety compliance and maintenance. Explore available student houses in Exeter.
Our Student Accommodation Management Services
- Student lettings and marketing — Targeted marketing aligned with the University of Exeter housing cycle.
- Tenant management — Tenancy agreements, rent collection and tenant support throughout the academic year.
- Facilities management — Communal areas, shared kitchens and social spaces coordinated and maintained.
- Maintenance and repairs — Contractor coordination, emergency repairs and preventative maintenance planning.
- Compliance and licensing — HMO licensing, fire safety, gas safety and building safety compliance.
Why Investors Choose Exeter for Student Accommodation
Exeter has become one of the most attractive cities in the UK for student accommodation investment. The city hosts more than 30,000 students from the University of Exeter, creating consistent demand for high-quality accommodation. Limited housing supply combined with strong student demand makes Exeter an appealing location for investors. Explore our student accommodation investment guide or guaranteed rent for Exeter landlords.
Student Accommodation Management vs Traditional Letting Agents
| Feature | Traditional Letting Agent | Student Accommodation Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Manages individual properties | Manages entire buildings |
| Tenant volume | Limited tenant numbers | Large student populations |
| Facilities | Basic maintenance coordination | Full facilities management |
| Compliance | Standard regulatory checks | HMO licensing, building & fire safety |
Areas of Exeter With Strong Student Accommodation Demand
Popular student locations include Pennsylvania, St James, Exeter city centre and Heavitree. Explore more about student accommodation in Exeter.