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Nicolson St & South College Street

5 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9BE

Overview

Nicolson Street and South College Street have over 100 rooms, mostly in flats of 2 to 4 people with shared kitchens and bathrooms.

The accommodation shares a common room and site office with Robertson Close, and it’s right in the heart of Edinburgh’s buzz, surrounded by restaurants, bars, and cafés. You’ll be next to Old College, the University’s iconic headquarters. The Festival Theatre, the Museum of Scotland, and the Royal Mile are all just a short stroll away.

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Property Features

Central location
Self-catered
High speed wi-fi provided by Resnet
Basic contents insurance provided by Howden Insurance
Shared common room nearby at Robertson Close
Laundry facilities
Cleaning equipment provided
Kitchens with oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle and dining area

Standard Single Room

Bathroom
Shared
Catering
Self Catered
Bills
All utility bills included - there is an average allowance of electricity but overuse can result in additional charges.

Duration Options

Full academic year
£6,056.00
Semester 1 only
£2,628.64
Semester 2 only
£3,332.74

What's included?

Furnishings

Single bed (bedding not included)
Small chest of drawers
Desk and chair
Armchair
Bookshelves
Wardrobe
Bedside lamp

Standard Twin Room

Bathroom
Shared
Catering
Self Catered
Bills
All utility bills included - there is an average allowance of electricity but overuse can result in additional charges.

Duration Options

Full academic year
£3,726.00
Semester 1 only
£1,617.28
Semester 2 only
£2,050.48

What's included?

Furnishings

Single bed (bedding not included)
Small chest of drawers
Desk and chair
Armchair
Bookshelves
Wardrobe

Standard Single Room

Bathroom
Shared
Catering
Self Catered
Bills
All utility bills included - there is an average allowance of electricity but overuse can result in additional charges.

Duration Options

Full academic year
£6,056.00
Semester 1 only
£2,628.64
Semester 2 only
£3,332.74

What's included?

Furnishings

Single bed (bedding not included)
Small chest of drawers
Desk and chair
Armchair
Bookshelves
Wardrobe
Bedside lamp

Standard Twin Room

Bathroom
Shared
Catering
Self Catered
Bills
All utility bills included - there is an average allowance of electricity but overuse can result in additional charges.

Duration Options

Full academic year
£3,726.00
Semester 1 only
£1,617.28
Semester 2 only
£2,050.48

What's included?

Furnishings

Single bed (bedding not included)
Small chest of drawers
Desk and chair
Armchair
Bookshelves
Wardrobe
Location Walking Distances* Bus Distances** Bus Numbers
George Square (University Campus) 7 min (0.3 mi)
Kings Buildings (University Campus) 35 min (1.8 mi) 23 min (1.8 mi) 3, 7, 8, 29, 31, 37, 41
Easter Bush (University Campus) 42 min (6.8 mi) 37, 47, 62A, N37, X37, 67
University Gym 1 min (427 ft)
Princes Street (Shopping) 18 min (0.6 mi) 21 min (0.6 mi) 29, 37, N37
Waverley Train Station 12 min (0.6 mi) 21 min (0.6 mi) 3, 29, 31, 37, X95
Edinburgh Castle 16 min (0.8 mi)
Closest Supermarket (Tesco Metro) 3 min (0.2 mi)
Closest Large Supermarket (Sainsburys, Cameron Toll) 20 min (1.6 mi) 3, 7, 8, 29, 31, 37

*Duration of journeys and distances are approximate and provided by Google Maps.

**Bus services are provided by Lothian buses and are subject to change. Visit their website for more info: https://lothianbuses.com The duration of journeys and distances are approximate and provided by Google Maps.

Aged 21 or under? You can get a free bus pass when you live in Scotland. Find out more at freebus.scot.