Student Properties in Liverpool

Downing Students has the Arch and the Electra, both are within easy reach of Liverpool city centre and the main university buildings.

The Arch

2 Nelson St, Liverpool, L1 5DR

The Arch on Nelson Street. Studios and en-suites in Liverpool city centre. 10 minutes from LJMU. From £165/week.

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The Electra

Caledonia Street, Liverpool, L7 7ED
From £220.50/per week (all bills inc)

The Electra on Caledonia Street: studios 10 minutes from University of Liverpool, close to the Baltic Triangle. From £220.50/week.

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Shared spaces that feel, like home

Designed smart. Priced right. Feels like home.

All Bills Included

All utility bills included for a stress-free living experience.

24/7 On Site Support

Onsite support - trained in first aid and mental health

City Centre Locations

Convenient city centre locations place you close to universities, shops, and transport links.

100mbps Wi-Fi

Avoid the buffering and drama with reliable, fibre broadband

CCTV & Security

Safety and security to provide you with a worry-free living.

On-site Laundry Facilities

Convenient on-site laundry facilities with modern washers and dryers for hassle-free laundry.

Games/Cinema Areas

Games area and cinema room. Available to all residents.

Cycle Storage

Secure cycle storage is provided for residents to safely store their bicycles

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Featured Property
The Electra

The Electra is situated on the doorstep of the University of Liverpool campus. It's close enough that students regularly walk to the Sydney Jones Library to study and walk back for lunch.
The building has self-contained studio apartments, providing an independent living space.
Social spaces, a gym, and a cinema are in the building alongside the study areas facilitates a sociable environment for its residents.

The location puts you close to the Baltic Triangle as well as the university, which makes a difference for day-to-day life. The city's most interesting independent restaurants and venues are nearby rather than the other side of the city.
All utility bills, superfast Wi-Fi and contents insurance are included in the weekly rent. 24/7 on-site support throughout.

From £220.50 per week.

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Student Life in the City
Liverpool

Liverpool is one of those cities where the culture isn't a backdrop. It's the thing itself.
The waterfront, the music heritage, the Baltic Triangle, the football. There is just so much to take in.
It also has one of the most welcoming student communities in the UK and lower cost of living that makes a real difference over the course of a degree.

Find out more in our Liverpool city guide, covering nightlife, food and drink, culture, music and getting around.

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

Downing Students has two properties in Liverpool.
The Arch, starting from £159 per week and The Electra, starting from £220.50 per week.
Both include all utility bills.
Liverpool is one of the more affordable major UK student cities and The Arch's starting price is among the most competitive in purpose-built student accommodation nationally.

The Electra on Caledonia Street is a 10-minute walk from the University of Liverpool's main campus and is one of the closest student accommodation options to the university in the city.
The Arch on Nelson Street is approximately 17 minutes on foot or around 13 minutes by bus.

The Arch on Nelson Street is a 10-minute walk from Liverpool John Moores University.
The Electra on Caledonia Street is 8 minutes from LJMU.
Both are well-placed for LJMU students with The Arch being the more central option and The Electra closer to the Baltic Triangle.

The Arch is on Nelson Street in Liverpool city centre, offering studios and en-suite rooms from £159 per week. It is situated 10 minutes from LJMU and 17 minutes from the University of Liverpool. The building has a distinctive Victorian facade.
The Electra is on Caledonia Street, closer to the University of Liverpool and the Baltic Triangle. Priced from £220.50 per week for studio apartments, with a social lounge, games room and study room in the building.
The right choice depends on which university you attend and your budget.

Yes, your rent includes all utility bills at both The Arch and The Electra, from electricity, water, and heating to high-speed Wi-Fi.
It also includes contents insurance.
There's nothing to set up on arrival and nothing to divide between flatmates.

Liverpool has history and culture that goes well beyond the Beatles legacy.
The Baltic Triangle, close to The Electra, has some of the most interesting independent bars, restaurants and venues in the north of England.
Bold Street is the best street for eating well on a budget.
The Albert Dock and the Tate are free.
Cream at Nation has been running since 1992 and still does.
The waterfront is genuinely one of the best in Europe.

Browse the available rooms at The Arch or The Electra, choose your preferred room type and tenancy length and follow the online booking process.
In-person and virtual viewings are available at both properties.

A UK-based guarantor is required if you choose to pay your rent in instalments.
If you don't have a UK guarantor, you can pay your rent in full before moving in, or use an approved guarantor service.

Yes. If you book between 1 October and 31 July for the following academic year, you have 48 hours from signing your tenancy agreement to cancel without penalty.
You can also cancel if you don't receive your university place or study visa.
Just provide official documentation within the required timeframe.

Yes, in-person viewings of The Arch and The Electra can be booked through the Downing Students website or by contacting us directly. Virtual tours are available for both properties.
Book a viewing for the Arch here
Book a viewing for the Electra here

 

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