Student Houses on Magdalen Road, Exeter (2026/27)

Magdalen Road is a well-established residential street in the St Leonards area of Exeter, popular with University of Exeter students looking for shared student houses in an established student neighbourhood. St Leonards has a mixed residential feel: a blend of students, young professionals, and families. Both Streatham and St Luke's campuses are accessible from Magdalen Road by walking, cycling, or the regular Stagecoach bus services that serve the St Leonards area. No properties are currently listed on Magdalen Road for 2026/27 — use this page to understand the road's character and register for alerts when new houses appear.

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Living on Magdalen Road

Magdalen Road shares the character of the wider St Leonards area. St Leonards has a mixed residential feel: a blend of students, young professionals, and families. The streets are quieter than St Davids or St James, which suits students who want to live near the city without the noise and foot traffic of the most student-heavy areas. Students on Magdalen Road benefit from this established residential atmosphere while enjoying proximity to campus and local amenities.

Commute to Campus from Magdalen Road

Parking on Magdalen Road

Residential Parking Permits

Local Amenities & Transport

Living on Magdalen Road gives you access to St Leonards's local amenities. St Leonards is well-served for day-to-day living. Magdalen Road has a cluster of independent cafés, a deli, a bakery, and local shops — one of the better neighbourhood high streets in Exeter for students who appreciate local character over supermarket convenience. The city centre is a 15-20 minute walk, giving access to all major supermarkets, the university sports hall, and nightlife. The St Leonards area is well-served by public transport with regular buses to both campuses.

Properties on Magdalen Road

No properties are currently listed on Magdalen Road for 2026/27. Properties on this road typically range from 3-7 bedrooms. Sign up for property alerts to be notified when new listings appear.

Budget & Bills on Magdalen Road

St Leonards sits in the mid-range for Exeter student accommodation. Expect £100-130 per person per week for well-maintained Victorian houses. Properties on Magdalen Road follow similar pricing patterns, with all-inclusive rent options available to simplify your bills.

Why Choose Magdalen Road?

Magdalen Road combines the benefits of St Leonards living with genuine walkability to Streatham Campus. Students here enjoy the balance of a residential street atmosphere with quick access to lectures, the library, and campus facilities. The road is popular with groups of 4 looking for quality housing in a proven student area. St Leonards offers something distinct in the Exeter student market: genuinely characterful Victorian houses on quiet streets, combined with walkable access to the city centre and a neighbourhood high street (Magdalen Road) that feels more like a village than a student quarter.

Viewing Checklist for Magdalen Road

• Walk your actual commute to your primary campus and time it honestly
• Check bus stop locations and service frequency to Streatham or St Luke's
• Walk the route from Magdalen Road to your campus at the time you'd normally travel
• Check mobile signal strength in every room - older buildings can have weak spots
• Test all taps, showers, and the boiler - ask when it was last serviced
• Look for signs of damp, especially in ground floor and basement rooms
• Check which way bedrooms face - north-facing rooms are cooler but darker
• Ask about bin collection days and where bins are stored

Common Mistakes When Renting on Magdalen Road

• Not viewing the property in person before signing - photos can be misleading
• Underestimating the Streatham commute — test it at lecture-start time, not midday
• Choosing on aesthetics without inspecting heating and insulation properly
• Ignoring bills costs when comparing rent - all-inclusive simplifies budgeting
• Assuming all houses on the same road are equal quality - variation exists between landlords
• Not checking the heating type and expected winter costs