6 bed house - 47 Powderham Crescent Exeter
£252 per person per week all-inclusive option
Or £230 rent-only (+£22)
13min Streatham | 19min St Luke'sAll-inclusive optionLet
Living in a 6-Bed Student House
A 6 bed student house in Exeter is popular because it combines strong value with enough space for a bigger group to live comfortably. It's a common choice for established friendship groups — often finalists who already know how they like to live together.
Who 6-Beds Are Best For
If you're searching for a 6 person house in Exeter, this size works best when your group is already "set": you've got the core six confirmed, you're aligned on budget, and you want one house rather than splitting into smaller places. Six is big enough to feel lively, but still small enough to stay organised with the right systems.
Typical Layout: What to Check Before You Commit
Most six-bedroom student houses are larger properties with generous kitchens and shared living space. When you view, prioritise the things that affect daily life: fridge/freezer capacity, storage, desk space in bedrooms, and whether the living area is genuinely usable (not just a hallway or a pass-through room). With six people, one "bottleneck" room — usually the kitchen — can make a big difference to how the house feels.
Bathrooms and Morning Queues
At this size, bathroom setup matters more than almost anything. Two bathrooms can work well for six if the layout is sensible, but if your group has early lectures, placements, or sports, look for an extra shower room or WC where possible. It's the easiest way to avoid daily queues and keep routines calm.
All-Inclusive vs Rent-Only for Six People
Because you're splitting costs six ways, the all-inclusive option is often the simplest choice: one fixed weekly amount per person, no winter heating debates, and no chasing housemates for variable bills. Rent-only can suit highly organised groups, but agree how you'll split bills and how you'll handle anyone going home for long periods before you commit.
Best Areas for 6-Bed Houses
Where you live affects your whole year, so choose based on your actual timetable and commute. Pennsylvania is popular for groups who want to stay close to Streatham Campus. St Davids offers strong transport links and easy access to the city. If you want value and space, Heavitree often delivers more for your money — especially for larger houses — with good bus routes to both campuses.
"6 Man House Exeter" Searches: What You Actually Need
People often search "6 man house Exeter" meaning "a house for six students." The best way to choose is to treat it like a system: confirm your six, confirm the budget range, then shortlist properties where the kitchen and bathrooms can handle six people comfortably. That's what turns a big house into an easy year.
If There's Only One 6-Bed Available (or None)
If availability is limited, act quickly: set up alerts and view as a full group so you can decide faster. If you can't find the right fit, consider splitting into a 4-bed and 2-bed on the same street, or look at 7+ bed houses if your group can grow by one.
Fair Room Splits for 6 People
Six bedrooms often vary significantly in size – attic rooms, basement conversions, or en-suites affect value. Tiered pricing works well: Rank rooms 1-6 by desirability (size + en-suite + floor), then adjust weekly rent in £4-6 increments between tiers. Example: rooms ranked best-to-smallest might be £130/£126/£122/£118/£118/£114 per week. The key is transparency – measure rooms during viewings and agree before signing.
The 6-Person Bathroom Formula
Six people is the threshold where bathroom logistics can make or break your year. Minimum: 2 full bathrooms, ideally with a third WC. Optimal: 3 bathrooms or 2 bathrooms plus 1-2 en-suites. The maths: six 15-minute morning routines = 90 minutes with one bathroom. Even with two bathrooms, that's 45 minutes. Three bathrooms brings it to 30 – much more manageable. During viewings, test shower pressure in all bathrooms simultaneously. Properties converted for students usually have upgraded plumbing; older conversions sometimes struggle.
Bills at Six: The Economics Work In Your Favour
Six-person households benefit significantly from economies of scale. Bills uplift drops to around £22/week per person – one of the lowest per-head costs you'll find. Fixed costs (WiFi, standing charges) split six ways become negligible. Variable costs (heating, electricity) benefit from shared spaces and schedules. At this size, all-inclusive is almost always the right choice – the per-person premium is minimal, and the alternative (six people coordinating bill payments) is a recipe for ongoing friction. If anyone has variable schedules (placements, part-time work, early mornings), inclusive eliminates arguments before they start.
6-Bed Hotspots: Pennsylvania Leads
Pennsylvania is the definitive 6-bed location – purpose-built student HMOs with the infrastructure (kitchens, bathrooms, plumbing) designed for six. Premium rents, but convenience and quality justify the cost. St Davids has some excellent 6-bed conversions in Victorian houses – character features, high ceilings, but check bathroom count carefully. Mount Pleasant offers larger 6-beds at competitive rents, with good access to St Luke's and reasonable Streatham commutes. Heavitree provides the best value but longest walks – suits groups who drive or don't mind buses.
Popular 6-Bed Requirements
Six-person groups prioritise: 3+ bathrooms (essential at this size), all-inclusive pricing (eliminates complex six-way splits), large kitchen-diner (the heart of any 6-bed), HMO licence (required for all 6+ beds), and proximity to Streatham or St Luke's. Pennsylvania has the best 6-bed stock.
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