Overview
Following the huge success of West Village, Downing Students opened the doors of West View in September 2018. Just a very short walk away from West Village, West View offers 310 exceptional rooms with a combination of shared apartments and studios.
Just when you thought our student housing couldn’t get any better, West View’s student apartments have set even higher standards for students in Glasgow.
Like West Village, West View is conveniently located only five minutes’ walk from the University of Glasgow and fifteen minutes by Metro to the University of Strathclyde and Glasgow Caledonian University.
With all the amenities that you can expect from a student housing company that really cares about you and what you need to get the best from your student experience, West View offers first class accommodation with a great choice of luxurious apartments. Whether you are looking for your own en-suite bedroom in a shared student flat for 5 or 6 people, or your own space in a choice of fully self-contained studios, you can study in style and find your perfect home from home.
You will receive a warm welcome to our community and can take full advantage of West View’s plush social space and regular events to make friends. Work out in the gym, chill out in the Cinema Room, or beat your friends at table tennis!
Security is a priority, we have secure entry systems to keep you safe and we are on site 24/7 to take care of you. With years of experience, you can trust our friendly management team who is waiting to welcome you to West View. Book Now!
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Room types
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Shared apartments
Enjoy your own en-suite bedroom while sharing the modern fitted kitchen and lounge with flat-mates.
Shared apartments
In our shared student flats for 5 or 6 people , you can choose a Standard or Premium en-suites. The purpose designed student accommodation includes a fitted kitchen with cooker, fridge freezer and microwave, and comfortable lounge area with flat screen TV that lets you spend time relaxing with your flat mates. And superfast 200Mb wireless broadband throughout the flat means you can study wherever you like. Your en-suite room includes plenty of workspace and storage, plus a large comfy bed and stylishly designed bath or shower room. The only things you need to add to make the space feel like your own are your choice of towels, bedding and kitchen utensils.
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Room Type Term (weeks) Rent per week (£) Total Rent (£) Standard En-suite 51 £151.69 £7,736.19 44 £153.66 £6,761.04 39 £156.62 £6,107.99 Standard Plus 51 £160.56 £8,188.31 44 £166.47 £7,324.46 Premium DDA 51 £162.53 £8,288.78 Premium Plus DDA 51 £166.47 £8,489.72 *inclusive of a 1.5% payment in full discount
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Studio apartments
A studio apartment at West View gives you your own personal space where you can study, cook and relax in style.
Studio apartments
A studio gives you your own personal living space and includes a contemporary fitted kitchen with all the integrated appliances you’ll need such as a microwave, hob, toaster and kettle. You’ll also enjoy using the Smart TV letting you enjoy your favourite programmes instantly with our super fast 200 Mb Wi-Fi.
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Room Type Term (weeks) Rent per week (£) Total Rent (£) Silver 51 £186.17 £9,494.42 Gold DDA 51 £195.03 £9,946.53 Platinum 51 £215.72 £11,001.47 *inclusive of a 1.5% payment in full discount
Silver Studio – Our spacious self-contained Silver Studios with an average size of 20.5 sq m feature a comfortable double bed, built in desk and desk chair, fitted kitchen with modern appliances including ceramic hob, microwave, and fridge/freezer. Plenty of storage and wardrobe space, your own high quality bathroom and Smart TV.
Gold Studio – A generous average floor plan of 26.1 sq m, each studio features a comfortable double bed, built in desk and desk chair, fitted kitchen with modern appliances including ceramic hob, microwave, and fridge/freezer. Plenty of storage and wardrobe space, your own high quality en-suite wet room and Smart TV. Available for single or double occupancy.
Platinum Studio – An average size of 24.6 sq m, each studio features a comfortable double bed, built in desk and desk chair, fitted kitchen with modern appliances including ceramic hob, microwave, and fridge/freezer. Plenty of storage and wardrobe space, your own high quality en-suite shower room. Our Platinum studios are perfect for single or double occupancy.
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Features
Big Beds
Enjoy a good night’s sleep in a large, comfortable bed.
Bills Included
No unexpected costs – rent covers water, light and heat.
CCTV security
Secure entry systems, CCTV and a well trained team offering support 24/7.
Contents Insurance
Insurance on your belongings comes included with your rent.
Cycle storage
Keep your bike safe and secure with our onsite storage facility.
Distance to Glasgow Universities
University of Glasgow
5 minutesUniversity of Strathclyde
15 minutes (Metro)Glasgow Caledonian University
15 minutes (Metro)En-Suite Studios
All rooms offer the added privacy of en-suite bath or shower rooms.
Flatscreen TV
Relax with friends in front of the latest flatscreen TV technology.
Games Room
Spend spare time unwinding with friends – play games, watch a movie and more.
On-site laundry
Find the day-to-day facilities you need housed within the building.
Gym
Free access to our on-site gym.
Free 200Mb WiFi
Get 200Mb internet connection speeds throughout the building.
Summer Lets
Stay at West View this summer!
To book a summer room, please apply via Resident Log In.
| Room type | Term (weeks) | Rent per week (£) |
| Standard | 6 | 135.00 |
Frequently asked questions
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Booking
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