University of Chester halls on its published list cost from £113.40 to £207.81 a week, depending on the residence, and the university says utility bills are included. Contracts run for 33 or 39 weeks depending on the accommodation. A £250 deposit secures a room, and the university does not state a guaranteed room, so applying before the priority deadline matters. This guide covers rents, how allocation works and what to check before you apply.
Prices on this page come from the university’s accommodation listings, which do not state an academic year, so treat them as current at the time of writing and check the live page. The listing runs to four pages and the postgraduate-only hall is left out, so check the university’s page for the full range.
University of Chester halls and weekly rents
The university’s accommodation listings show:
| Residence | Weekly price | Contract period | Catering |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powys Court | £129.85 | June to May | Self-catered |
| Hollybank Court | £143.85 | June to May | Self-catered |
| Sumner House | £157.15 to £199.50 | June to May | Catered or self-catered |
| Tudor Place | £182.10 to £197.10 | June to May | Self-catered |
| Grosvenor House | £188.30 | September to July | Self-catered |
| Granary Studios | £197.10 to £207.81 | June to May | Self-catered |
| John Douglas Court | £113.40 | June to May | Self-catered |
| Parkgate Road houses, Cheyney Road, Arden Court | £116.90 to £143.85 | June to May | Self-catered |
| Church College Close, Hayes Park | £120.40 | June to May | Self-catered |
| Bridge St Row | £123.20 | June to May | Self-catered |
| Chichester Street | £137.00 | June to May | Self-catered |
| John Milton Hall (en suite) | £149.10 to £157.15 | September to July | Self-catered |
| Fisher House | £194.50 | June to May | Full board |
| Astbury House, Gladstone House | £194.95 | June to May | Full board |
The university’s FAQs say the contract is for either 33 or 39 weeks depending on the accommodation, and that once you accept you are liable for the cost of the whole academic year. The “June to May” contract periods shown on the listings appear to be the date range, so confirm the exact length with the accommodation team. Our guide to university halls versus private student housing explains how halls compare with private options.
How to apply and how rooms are allocated
According to the university’s application page:
- Applications for students who chose Chester as their firm or insurance choice opened on 2 February 2026, with a priority allocation deadline of 8 May 2026. The page also mentions a “June deadline” without a year, so check the current dates for your intake.
- You register on the accommodation portal, rank room types, review your details and confirm.
- A £250 deposit secures the room and is deducted from your final term’s rent. You must accept the contract online within three working days of an offer.
- The page does not state a guaranteed room. Allocation is not first come, first served, and priority goes to firm choice applicants living furthest away and to applicants with special circumstances.
- Late, insurance and Clearing applicants are allocated a room only if one is available.
If you move out but stay at the university, the deposit is withheld, and withdrawal charges are set out in your contract.
Private and shared options
Private purpose-built blocks and shared houses are the usual choices if you miss a hall place or move out after first year. I could not verify current prices for individual private buildings, so compare each provider’s total cost, bills and contract length.
What to check before you book
- The contract length, as it determines your total cost.
- The priority deadline for your intake, because a room is not guaranteed.
- That accepting a room makes you liable for the full academic year.
- Which campus the residence serves, since the University of Chester also has a Warrington campus.
- Safety basics. See our student accommodation safety guide and checklist.
For the wider costs, read our student budgeting tips. Comparing cities? See our guides to Liverpool, Cambridge and Lancaster, or browse all UK city guides.
Frequently asked questions
How much does University of Chester accommodation cost?
On the residences I could check, weekly prices ran from £113.40 at John Douglas Court to £207.81 at Granary Studios. Utility bills are included.
Does the University of Chester guarantee accommodation?
The application page does not state a guarantee. It says applications received before the priority deadline are considered fairly, with priority for firm choice applicants living furthest away and those with special circumstances.
How much is the deposit?
It is £250, which is deducted from your final term’s rent.
Are bills included at Chester?
Yes, according to the university, rates for university-owned accommodation include utility bills.
