Aberdeen student accommodation prices: quick answer
Quick answer: For the 2026/27 academic year, students can find Aberdeen accommodation from approximately £85 per week for an entry-level room, around £127 to £190 per week for many en-suite options, and roughly £199 to £255 or more for studios and one-bedroom accommodation. The final cost depends on the provider, room type, tenancy length, location, facilities and whether bills are included.
The most useful budget is not a single weekly figure. Students should compare the complete contract value, because a lower weekly rate on a 51-week tenancy can cost more overall than a higher rate on a 44-week tenancy.
Students can browse student accommodation in Aberdeen and compare the available room type, location and university access before confirming the live price with the accommodation provider.
How the 2026/27 Aberdeen prices in this guide were researched
This guide uses prices and contract details displayed by official accommodation providers and Robert Gordon University on 23 July 2026. The main provider evidence comes from Homes for Students, Student Roost and Hello Student. University-owned accommodation benchmarks come from Robert Gordon University's official 2026/27 accommodation tariff.
BookMyAcco property pages are included as internal comparison links, but this article does not rely on old or unsynchronised BookMyAcco room prices. Provider prices, room availability, cashback offers and tenancy choices can change after publication.
Price methodology: Advertised cashback and referral rewards are not subtracted from the standard weekly rent in this guide. A temporary promotion should not be presented as the normal room price.
How much does student accommodation in Aberdeen cost in 2026/27?
The live market reviewed for this guide spans several distinct price bands. Shared-facility rooms and university standard rooms can remain close to £85–£120 per week. Entry-level en-suite rooms commonly begin around £127–£149. Larger en-suites and higher-spec rooms can sit between approximately £150 and £190. Studios generally begin closer to £199–£219, while premium studios can reach £255 per week or more.
These ranges are indicative rather than a city-wide official average. They describe the direct provider and university examples that were publicly available when this guide was reviewed.
Under £120 per week
This band mainly includes standard bedrooms with shared bathrooms or selected provider offers. Spring Gardens displays a Classic Room at £85 per week on a 51-week tenancy and £95 per week on a 44-week tenancy. RGU's Woolmanhill standard rooms are listed from £101.92 per week on a 49-week lease.
£120 to £150 per week
This is the most useful budget for entry-level en-suite rooms. Current examples include Mealmarket Exchange en-suites from £127 per week, Spring Gardens Classic Ensuite from £129 per week, Causeway View Classic Ensuite at £139 per week, and ABeleven Ensuite at £147 per week on a 51-week tenancy.
£150 to £190 per week
This band provides a wider selection of en-suite rooms and university accommodation. RGU's Woolmanhill en-suite is listed at £154.49 per week on a 42-week lease, while Crathie Student Village and Ramsay Development en-suites are listed at £177.17–£189.56 per week depending on contract length.
£190 to £230 per week
This is a realistic starting budget for private studios. Spring Gardens lists a one-bedroom flat at £199 per week, ABeleven lists a Standard Studio from £210 per week, and Student Roost lists Mealmarket Exchange studios from £219 per week.
Above £230 per week
This band includes premium studios, larger layouts and selected apartments. Causeway View lists a Premium Plus Studio at £255 per week for a 51-week contract.
Current Aberdeen prices from major accommodation providers
Homes for Students
Homes for Students has several Aberdeen properties, including Spring Gardens, ABeleven and Causeway View. Its current 2026/27 room pages display contract lengths, weekly rent, deposit and tenancy dates.
- Spring Gardens Classic Room: £85 per week for 51 weeks or £95 for 44 weeks.
- Spring Gardens Classic Ensuite: £129 per week for 51 weeks or £149 for 44 weeks.
- ABeleven Ensuite Room: £147 per week for 51 weeks or £163 for 44 weeks.
- ABeleven Standard Studio: £210 per week for 51 weeks or £215 for 44 weeks.
- Causeway View Classic Ensuite: £139 per week for 44 or 51 weeks.
- Causeway View Premium Plus Studio: £255 per week for 51 weeks.
Utility bills are included on the room pages reviewed. Deposits were displayed at £99 or £100 depending on the property.
Student Roost
Student Roost's Mealmarket Exchange page currently displays en-suite rooms from £127 per week and studios from £219 per week for 2026/27, with bills included. Students should open the individual room option to confirm the final tenancy length and total rent.
Hello Student
Hello Student operates St Peter Studios and Centro Court in Aberdeen. Both are studio-focused properties with all-inclusive bills. St Peter Studios is approximately an 11-minute walk from the University of Aberdeen and offers 20- and 44-week tenancies, while Centro Court offers 44-week tenancies near Aberdeen city centre.
Hello Student's public pages direct students to a live room-selection interface for the current price. Where a provider does not expose a reliable price in the public page content, this guide uses check live price instead of copying an old marketplace amount.
Aberdeen properties to compare on BookMyAcco
The following internal property pages can support a student's shortlist. The provider prices discussed in this guide should be treated as the current pricing evidence; students must confirm the room, dates and final amount before paying.
- Spring Gardens — standard rooms, en-suite rooms, studios and a one-bedroom option.
- ABeleven — en-suite rooms and studios near central Aberdeen.
Weekly rent versus total contract cost
Weekly rent is useful for filtering, but the complete contract value is the figure that determines how much a student must actually pay.
Total accommodation cost = weekly rent × contract weeks + excluded bills + deposit or permitted upfront charges + expected transport cost
Spring Gardens demonstrates why contract length matters. Its Classic Room costs £85 per week over 51 weeks, producing £4,335 in rent. The 44-week option costs £95 per week but totals £4,180. The shorter contract has the higher weekly rate but the lower total rent.
The same principle applies to university accommodation. RGU's Woolmanhill en-suite costs £154.49 per week over 42 weeks, totalling £6,488.58. The 49-week option is cheaper per week at £145.18, but its total cost is £7,113.82.
Students should also check whether they need the room during summer. Paying for unused weeks can remove the apparent benefit of a lower weekly price.
Aberdeen prices by student room type
Standard room with shared bathroom
This is usually the lowest-cost purpose-built option. Students have a private bedroom but share bathroom and kitchen facilities. Current direct examples begin around £85 per week at Spring Gardens and £101.92 per week at RGU Woolmanhill.
Partial en-suite room
A partial en-suite may provide a private shower and sink while the toilet remains shared. RGU's Garthdee Towers lists this format at £132.86 per week for 49 weeks or £142.17 for 42 weeks.
En-suite room
An en-suite provides a private bedroom and bathroom with a shared kitchen. Current examples reviewed for this guide begin at £127 per week at Mealmarket Exchange and extend towards £190 for selected university en-suites.
Studio
A studio normally includes a private bathroom and kitchenette. Students should plan for approximately £199–£230 as an entry budget based on the current examples, although premium studios may exceed £250 per week.
One-bedroom flat
A one-bedroom flat provides a separate bedroom and living space. Spring Gardens currently displays a Classic One Bedroom Flat at £199 per week for 51 weeks. Availability in this category may be limited.
Robert Gordon University accommodation prices for 2026/27
RGU publishes both weekly and total costs, making its tariff a useful benchmark for comparing university accommodation with private providers.
- Woolmanhill standard room: £101.92–£109.13 per week.
- Woolmanhill standard room with double bed: £111.23–£119.49 per week.
- Garthdee partial en-suite: £132.86–£142.17 per week.
- Woolmanhill en-suite: £145.18–£154.49 per week.
- Crathie Student Village en-suite: £177.17–£189.56 per week.
- Ramsay Development en-suite: £177.17–£189.56 per week.
RGU offers full-payment and instalment options. Its published plans include three or ten payments for 42-week leases and four or eleven payments for 49-week leases.
Accommodation near the University of Aberdeen and RGU
University of Aberdeen
Students attending the King's College campus should prioritise Old Aberdeen, St Peter Street, King Street, Pittodrie and nearby parts of the city centre. St Peter Studios is approximately an 11-minute walk from the university, while Mealmarket Exchange and Causeway View provide alternative bills-included options with different room types.
Robert Gordon University
RGU is based at Garthdee. Garthdee Towers and Ramsay Development prioritise campus access, while Woolmanhill and central private properties require a bus journey. Students should compare the rent saving against the weekly transport cost and travel time.
Foresterhill
Medicine and healthcare students should check their teaching location carefully. A property that is convenient for King's College may not provide the best route to Foresterhill. Compare the exact campus journey rather than relying only on the city name.
Aberdeen prices and value by student area
Old Aberdeen and St Peter Street
This area is particularly convenient for University of Aberdeen students. Walkable accommodation can justify a higher rent by reducing transport cost and making early classes easier to reach.
City centre and Woolmanhill
The city centre offers access to shops, nightlife, rail connections and bus routes. Woolmanhill provides lower-priced standard university rooms, while private studios in central buildings usually cost more.
Causewayend and Spring Garden
These central-north locations provide access to both the city centre and University of Aberdeen routes. Spring Gardens currently includes some of the lowest direct-provider room prices reviewed in this guide.
Garthdee
Garthdee is the strongest location for RGU campus access. Students may accept a quieter residential setting in exchange for a short walk to teaching buildings.
Holburn and Crathie
This area sits between the city centre and RGU. It can work well for students who want a compromise between campus access and city-centre travel.
Are bills included in Aberdeen student accommodation?
Many PBSA providers include electricity, heating, water and Wi-Fi in the rent. Homes for Students, Student Roost and Hello Student describe bills-included or all-inclusive accommodation on the properties used in this guide.
Students should still check:
- Whether electricity and heating have fair-usage limits
- Wi-Fi speed and wired internet availability
- Contents insurance
- Laundry charges
- Parking charges
- Gym and communal-space access
- Whether dual occupancy carries an additional charge
A private flat with lower headline rent may require separate payments for energy, internet and contents insurance. Compare like with like.
Deposits, contracts and guarantor checks in Scotland
For a private residential tenancy in Scotland, a landlord can generally request a refundable deposit of up to two months' rent. Where deposit-protection rules apply, the landlord must protect the deposit in an approved scheme within 30 working days of the tenancy starting.
Purpose-built student accommodation and university contracts may use different agreement structures, so students should read the provider's contract rather than assuming every rule or cancellation term is identical.
Before signing, confirm:
- Exact move-in and move-out dates
- Total rent and payment schedule
- Deposit amount and refund conditions
- Guarantor requirements
- Cancellation and replacement-tenant rules
- No Visa No Pay or No Place No Pay conditions, where offered
- Included bills and usage policies
- Whether current promotions are written into the booking
Example Aberdeen student accommodation budgets
Budget-led student
Target £85–£120 per week and prioritise standard rooms or shared facilities. Compare Spring Gardens Classic Room and RGU Woolmanhill standard accommodation.
Student wanting a private bathroom
Target approximately £127–£165 per week. Compare entry-level en-suites at Mealmarket Exchange, Spring Gardens, Causeway View and ABeleven, along with RGU's partial and standard en-suite options.
Student wanting a private kitchen
Target at least £199–£230 per week for many current studio options. Keep an additional margin for premium studios, shorter tenancies and high-spec rooms.
Postgraduate or mature student
Compare quiet university options such as Ramsay Development with private studios. Check whether the contract dates match dissertation or research requirements.
September 2026 Aberdeen booking checklist
- Confirm the university, course location and correct campus.
- Set a maximum weekly rent and total contract budget.
- Choose acceptable room types.
- Compare at least three properties.
- Check the live provider price and tenancy length.
- Calculate the total rent rather than comparing weekly figures alone.
- Confirm bills, deposit and guarantor requirements.
- Review cancellation and visa-related conditions.
- Verify the official payment method.
- Keep copies of the contract, payment receipt and property correspondence.
Common Aberdeen accommodation price-comparison mistakes
- Assuming every room in Aberdeen costs less than £150 per week
- Comparing a shared room with a private studio as if they offer the same facilities
- Ignoring the number of contract weeks
- Subtracting cashback before confirming its conditions
- Using an old marketplace price instead of the provider's current rate
- Assuming all bills and laundry costs are included
- Choosing a city-centre room without checking the campus commute
- Paying before reading the cancellation and deposit terms
BookMyAcco expert recommendation
A realistic Aberdeen budget depends on privacy. Students comfortable with shared facilities can begin around £85–£120 per week. Students wanting an en-suite should normally plan around £127–£190. Students wanting a private kitchen should budget approximately £199–£230 as a starting point, with extra room for premium studios.
Do not select accommodation using the weekly rate alone. Compare the total contract cost, university route, bills, deposit, guarantor conditions and cancellation protection before booking.
Start by comparing current Aberdeen student accommodation, then verify the final room and price directly before making a payment.