This information is to give those considering buying houses to let to students a brief guide to housing requirements, equipment and student letting. It is mainly directed at individuals interested in letting property through the University's Property Management Scheme but the information is mostly also applicable to individuals wishing to let direct to the student market. The information is not intended to replace advice from your solicitor or surveyor. The University of Surrey has over 3,100 student rooms on Campus. In addition to this we need to find private sector accommodation in the Guildford area for over 2,000 students.
Most students prefer shared, self contained, furnished houses or flats.
The University Accommodation Office actively seeks such property and will either advertise on behalf of owners who wish to let direct or, if the property is suitable, manage lettings on behalf of owners. In Guildford there are now many houses to let offered by those who have purchased specifically with the student market in mind. Student letting is profitable if the property is well managed. This means providing accommodation which is safe and in reasonable condition. You should have realistic expectations about the cost of wear and maintenance, which is always higher in rented property than a family house.