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Student Accommodation Investment in Exeter

Exeter has become one of the most attractive cities in the UK for student accommodation investment. Gillams works with property investors and developers to support student accommodation projects in Exeter.

Student accommodation investment Exeter — buy-to-let by Gillams Properties

Why Choose Gillams Properties

  • Local Exeter team – direct support before and during your stay
  • Professionally managed homes – consistent check-in, cleanliness and essentials
  • Clear, upfront pricing – no surprise add-ons
  • Established Exeter letting agency since 2007

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Properties We Manage

  • Apartments & Flats – city centre, waterfront, residential areas
  • Houses – family homes, larger group accommodation
  • Holiday Lets – Airbnb, Booking.com, direct bookings
  • Corporate Lets – contractor housing, relocations
  • Investor Properties – out-of-area owners, BTL portfolios

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Why Exeter Is Attractive for Student Accommodation Investment

Exeter is home to the University of Exeter, one of the UK's leading universities. Key factors include: large and growing student population; strong demand for shared student houses; limited supply of purpose-built student accommodation; high occupancy rates in student housing.

Types of Student Accommodation Investments

Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA)

PBSA developments offer student studios or cluster flats with shared facilities, often located close to universities.

Student Apartment Buildings

Apartment buildings converted into student housing provide multiple student units within a single building.

Large Student HMOs

Large shared houses are popular investment opportunities. Learn more about HMO property management in Exeter.

Estimate Rental Income for a Student Property in Exeter

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Already own a student property in Exeter, or considering purchasing one? Our team can provide an estimate of the rental income your investment could generate.

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Managing Student Accommodation Developments

Gillams provides management services for student apartment buildings, PBSA developments and large HMOs, including tenant sourcing, maintenance coordination and compliance support. Learn more about student accommodation block management in Exeter.

Student Housing Demand in Exeter

The University of Exeter creates strong demand for student houses, shared accommodation and purpose-built student accommodation. Explore available student houses in Exeter.

Why Choose Gillams for This Service

  • Established Exeter letting agency — founded 2007
  • PBSA, HMO and block management specialists
  • University of Exeter local market experts
  • Developer and investor partnership services

Availability

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We're currently at capacity for this type of accommodation. Register your interest below and we'll contact you as soon as availability opens up.

Typical availability: We regularly have openings throughout the year, particularly outside of peak university terms.

Response time: We aim to respond within 24 hours on weekdays.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Exeter a good place to invest in student accommodation?

Exeter is widely considered a strong student housing market due to demand created by the University of Exeter and the limited supply of student accommodation relative to student population size.

What is purpose built student accommodation?

Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) refers to buildings designed specifically for student housing, often including studio apartments or cluster flats with shared communal facilities.

Do student accommodation buildings require professional management?

Many student accommodation buildings are managed by specialist operators who handle tenant management, maintenance and building operations.

What types of student accommodation investments exist?

Common investments include student houses, HMOs, apartment developments and purpose-built student accommodation buildings.

Can developers partner with local property managers?

Yes. Many developers work with local property management companies to operate student accommodation once developments are complete. Gillams works with developers and investors in Exeter.