Student Accommodation in Glasgow (2025 Guide)

Medium Cost40 properties60,000+ students

Everything you need to know about finding student accommodation in Glasgow. I analyzed 40 properties to find you the best deals, safest areas, and honest advice.

£140
Cheapest/week
*Prices may vary
£270
Average/week
*Prices may vary
5/5
Nightlife
40
Properties

Universities in Glasgow

University of GlasgowStrathclyde UniversityGlasgow Caledonian

Glasgow has approximately 60,000+ students across 3 universities.

Best Areas to Live

1West End

Near UoG, trendy, student pubs

£160
/week avg

2Partick

Affordable, good transport

£130
/week avg

3City Centre

Near Strathclyde, nightlife

£200
/week avg

4Finnieston

Foodie area, young professionals

£180
/week avg

Pros of Glasgow

  • +Best nightlife in Scotland
  • +Cheaper than Edinburgh
  • +Friendly people
  • +Great music scene
  • +Strong university reputation

Cons of Glasgow

  • -Weather is brutal
  • -Some rough areas
  • -Can feel industrial
  • -Further from rest of UK

Transport Links

Good - Subway, trains to Edinburgh 45min

Our Verdict

Glasgow is the better value Scottish option. Great student city with genuine character, better nightlife than Edinburgh, and lower costs.

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