Teesside University’s own halls are the simplest place to start if you are studying in Middlesbrough. The university lists about 900 beds within roughly five minutes’ walk of campus, with bills, Wi-Fi and contents insurance included in the rent. Weekly rents on its accommodation page run from £85 to £175, depending on the building. This guide sets out those halls, what the rent covers, how private housing compares and what to check before you commit.
Prices and details below come from Teesside University’s accommodation page, checked on 19 October 2026. They change from year to year, so confirm the figures for your intake before you pay anything.
Teesside University halls and weekly rents
| Hall | Weekly rent listed by the university |
|---|---|
| Cornell Quarter | £175 |
| King Edward’s Square | From £155 |
| Woodlands Halls | £125 |
| West Parkside Village | £120 |
| East Parkside Village | £120 |
| Parkside Halls | £85 |
The university describes the choice as a halls experience, your own en-suite or a shared house, but its page does not say which room type sits in which building. Email the accommodation team at accommodation@tees.ac.uk before choosing on price alone.
What the rent covers
- Bills: the university says all bills are included in your rent.
- Wi-Fi: free, with speeds of up to 1GB.
- Insurance: free contents insurance for your belongings.
- Security: 24-hour wardens and security.
- Contract length: 40, 45 or 50 weeks, with longer agreements available if you need them.
The page does not state the deposit, and it does not say whether international students are guaranteed a place. Check its How to apply and How to pay sections, or ask the accommodation team, before you rely on either.
University halls or a private house?
| Question | University halls | Private flat or shared house |
|---|---|---|
| Bills | Included in rent | Depends on the tenancy, so ask what is included |
| Contract | 40, 45 or 50 weeks | Set by the landlord, so read the term and notice rules |
| Distance to campus | Around five minutes’ walk | Varies by street, so test the journey |
| Support | 24-hour wardens and security | Your landlord or agent |
First-years often start in halls and move to a shared house with friends later. If you rent privately, ask for the landlord’s licence details where the property needs one, and see the deposit protected in a government-approved scheme.
Areas students look at
Teesside’s campus is in the centre of Middlesbrough, so the town centre and the areas on bus routes into it are the usual search areas. Students commonly look at Middlehaven, Linthorpe, Marton and North Ormesby for private rooms. Treat these as starting points rather than rankings: check the journey to campus at the times you will travel, view the street in daylight and evening, and ask current students about the area. For other north-east cities, see our guides to Sunderland, Durham and Newcastle upon Tyne, or browse all student accommodation in the United Kingdom.
Checklist before you book
- Confirm the weekly rent, contract length and total cost for your intake.
- Ask what room type you are being offered, and whether the kitchen is shared.
- Check the deposit, when rent is due and the cancellation terms.
- Make sure the contract covers your arrival and departure dates.
- Never pay a private landlord or agent before you have seen the property or a verified video tour and a written contract.
FAQs about student accommodation in Middlesbrough
How much do Teesside University halls cost?
The university’s page lists weekly rents from £85 at Parkside Halls to £175 at Cornell Quarter, with King Edward’s Square from £155.
Are bills included?
In university halls, yes. The university says all bills, free Wi-Fi and contents insurance are covered by the rent. In private housing, ask what the tenancy includes.
How long are the contracts?
The university offers 40, 45 or 50-week agreements, and longer if you need them.
Is the accommodation close to campus?
The university says its 900 beds are all within about five minutes’ walk of campus.
Can international students be sure of a place?
The accommodation page does not state a guarantee, so ask the accommodation team by email before assuming one.
Sources
- Teesside University: student accommodation, checked 19 October 2026.
