- Student accommodation
- En-suite
- Studio
- Bills included
- Furnished
- Available
About Dover Street Apartments, Leicester
- Price from
- £99 / wk
- Range £99 – £205 / wk
- Room types
- 9 options
- En-suite, Studio
- Lease length
- 21–46 weeks
- Deposit from
- £150
- Bills
- Included
- Broadband, Electricity, Water
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
Dover Street Apartments Leicester is situated at 44, York St, Leicester, LE1 6BB, United Kingdom, offering modern and comfortable student accommodation in Leicester. The property offers 5 en-suites and 4 studio apartments Leicester. It is located in an ideal area, near the top educational institutions like Echo Factory University. It is a 10-minute walk from here. For the students looking for accommodation near De Montfort University, it is a 12-minute walk from Dover Street Apartments Leicester. Students can live comfortably in modern ensuite and studio apartments.
Leicester is in the East Midlands of England and houses more than 42,000 to 47,000 students. Out of these, more than 30% are international students. Students choose to live in the best areas of Leicester, like North Evington and Belgrave, for their safety and affordability. While living here, students can grab opportunities in the job market, with an employment rate of 65.1%. Leicester scores 88.28 in the climate index and ensures a less polluted environment for a healthy life. The healthcare index score of 71.24 indicates that satisfactory medical services are provided by skilled professionals. The overall quality of life index score of 179.20 ensures a good standard of living. The city is one of the cheapest places to live in the UK. The cost of living in Leicester for a student is £1,200 to £1,400 per month.
- Patlolla +8 booked this property recently
- 4 students enquired about this property in last 15 days
- Shortlisted by 82+ students
Features
- Dover Street Apartments Leicester reviews reflect the satisfaction of students living here. You can choose from a variety of options, like a Dover Street Apartments Leicester - Standard Ensuite, a York Street - Standard Ensuite, a Dover Street Apartments Leicester - Premium Studio, or a York Street - Premium Studio. Each apartment comes with its own set of amenities, so you can choose the one that meets your preferences. The kitchens include a cooker and a microwave for your daily cooking needs. A freezer/fridge is available to store your snacks and fresh veggies. For a comfortable sleep routine, there is a ¾ bed. A desk and a chair make up your personal workstation.
- Dover Street Apartments Leicester in Leicester have some common amenities as well. These include a TV (communal) supported with wifi for binge-watching and seamless connectivity. The desk space is a favourite of students, as it provides a distraction-free environment. For basic needs, there is recycling as well. If any problems arise, then you can contact the on-site maintenance. This Leicester student accommodation is safe with CCTV, a fob entry system, and a lockable bedroom. The bills include broadband, electricity, water, gas, and contents insurance. All these amenities make your living much more comfortable.
Nearby places
- Dover Street Apartments Leicester is surrounded by universities, local shops, and social hubs. Students can pursue many types of degrees in the UK at Leicester College (an 8-minute drive) and Gateway College (a 16-minute drive). This is also an option for students looking for University of Leicester accommodation, as it is a 10-minute drive from the housing.
- Casa Romana Restaurant serves delicious Italian food. For spicy and flavourful Indian cuisine, you can visit Herb. These are some of the best restaurants in Leicester that you must visit. Leicester Coffee House Company and Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen have a welcoming environment, and you can grab your go-to cup of coffee from here. The Barley Mow and The Basement are some of the best clubs in Leicester. You can visit with your friends for refreshing drinks and dancing. All these exciting places are near Dover Street Apartments Leicester. Your pantry shopping can be done at Sainsbury's Local and Wisla Supermarket International. Boots Pharmacy and Superdrug are nearby to buy any medicines you may require.
- Abbey Park is one of the most relaxing places to visit in Leicester. It is ideal for peaceful picnics in the lush gardens. Castle Park is another beautiful escape into nature. It offers scenic views of the River Soar. At Leicester Museum and Art Gallery, you can study the dinosaur skeletons, classic paintings, Egyptian artefacts, and more. The National Space Centre is an intriguing experience for all. You can explore the interesting galleries and real rockets. Town Hall Square Fountain is a fun meet-up spot with Instagrammable picture opportunities. You can visit all these tourist places during your stay at Dover Street Apartments Leicester.
Commute
- Students can easily travel in and out of Leicester with its efficient transportation. You can catch a bus from Rutland Street (Stand EK) or Welford Place (Stand EM), both within a 6-minute walk. You can board trains from Leicester train station (Leicester Midland), approximately a 20-minute walk or short bus ride, with direct services to London St Pancras in just over 1 hour, Birmingham New Street in around 45 minutes, and Nottingham in under 30 minutes. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport, at a 35-minute drive. These modes of transport near Dover Street Apartments Leicester, ease your journey.
Rooms & prices
Choose a room to enquire about it directly.
9 room options
3 photosYork Street - Standard Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–45 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
¾ Sized Bed · Desk & Chair · Wardrobe · Cooker · Freezer/fridge
Enquire for this room£99 / wk
3 photosDover Street Apartments - Standard Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–45 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
¾ Sized Bed · Wardrobe · Desk & Chair · Cooker · Freezer/fridge
Enquire for this room£99 / wk
3 photosDover Street Apartments - Classic Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–45 weeks
- Bills included
¾ Sized Bed · Desk · TV · Kitchenette · Wifi
Enquire for this room£155 / wk
up to £165
3 photosYork Street - Premium Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–45 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
¾ Sized Bed · Wardrobe · Desk Area
Enquire for this room£165 / wk
up to £175
3 photosDover Street Apartments - Premium Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–45 weeks
- Bills included
TV (Communal) · ¾ Bed · Desk & Chair · Lockable Bedroom · Wifi
Enquire for this room£165 / wk
up to £175
3 photosDover Street Apartments - Standard Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–46 weeks
- Bills included
TV (Communal) · ¾ Bed · Desk & Chair · Lockable Bedroom · Wifi
Ask about availability£172 / wk
up to £182
3 photosYork Street - Classic Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–46 weeks
- Bills included
TV (Communal) · ¾ Bed · Desk & Chair · Lockable Bedroom · Wifi
Ask about availability£185 / wk
up to £195
3 photosYork Street - Premium Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–46 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Cooker · Freezer/fridge · Microwave · Desk & Chair · ¾ Bed
Ask about availability£195 / wk
up to £205
3 photosDover Street Apartments - Premium Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 21–46 weeks
- Bills included
¾ Sized Bed · Desk & Chair · Wardrobe · Cooker · Freezer/fridge
Ask about availability£195 / wk
up to £205
Amenities
14 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Wi-Fi
- Bills included
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Study space
- Common room
- Games room
Safety & security
- 24/7 security
- CCTV
- Secure entry
Services
- On-site maintenance
- Community events
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- Desk Space
- Recycling
- Onsite Maintenance
- TV (communal)
- WiFi
- Study Area
- On-site laundry facilities
- Games room
- Resident social spaces for events & interaction
- CCTV
- Fob Entry System
- 24 Hours Security
- Safe & secure building access
Ratings & reviews
4.2/ 5
Based on resident feedback
- Location
- 4.5 / 5
- Value for money
- 3.5 / 5
- Cleanliness
- 4.3 / 5
- Staff
- 4.5 / 5
- Amenities
- 4.3 / 5
- Internet
- 4.3 / 5
- Social life
- 4.3 / 5
Located conveniently close to amenities and a 10-minute walk to the university, this property offers clean and well-equipped apartments with modern interiors and large windows overlooking Portland Street. The staff is friendly and helpful, ensuring a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Residents appreciate the spacious rooms, essential amenities, and prompt maintenance service, making it a recommended choice for students in Leicester.
Who lives here
Share of recent residents.
Students from
- British
- 40%
- Indian
- 30%
- Austrian
- 10%
- Bulgarian
- 10%
- Canadian
- 10%
Popular with students at
- University of Leicester50%
- De Montfort University30%
- Loughborough University (London campus)10%
- University of Kent10%
Location
44 York St, Leicester LE1 6BB, UK
Nearby
- Echo Factory University0.4 mi
- De Montfort University0.4 mi
- city center0.6 mi
- University of Leicester0.8 mi
- Leicester College0.9 mi
- Loughborough University10.2 mi
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44 York St, Leicester LE1 6BB, UK, Leicester, United Kingdom
Open in Google Maps(opens in a new tab)Bills & policies
Bills included in the rent
- Broadband
- Electricity
- Water
- Gas
- Contents Insurance
Payment
Booking Deposit
- No booking deposit required
Pay In Instalment
- A single payment in August (Guarantor not required)
- Two payments in August and December (Guarantor not required)
- Three payments to coincide with student loan dates in September, January and April (Guarantor required)
- Monthly direct debit split between 10 months (Guarantor required)
Mode Of Payment
- Credit or debit card, direct debit, and reception
Guarantor Requirement
- Required if paying in instalments (3 or 10 instalments) or by monthly Direct Debit
- Not required if paying in full or splitting rent into two payments
- Must be a permanent UK resident over the age of 25
- Must be financially independent, and full-time employment is preferred
- Must provide proof of residence in the form of a council tax bill, utility bill, or bank statement no more than three months old
- Can be a family member, other relative, or friend; other students are not permissible
- Housing Hand is available as a paid guarantor service for students without a UK-based guarantor who wish to pay in 3 or 10 instalments
Additional Fees
- Utility fee may apply as a one-off advance payment where specified in the tenancy agreement.
- Car parking is subject to a separate agreement and additional charges where available.
- Termination of Tenancy payment: £75.
- Variation of Tenancy payment: £50.
Cancellation
Cooling Off Period
- The Property does not offer a cooling off period.
Replacement Tenant Accepted
- The student is required to find a replacement tenant reasonably acceptable to the property
- The property will use reasonable endeavors to assist, but this help applies only when all other rooms in the property are occupied
- Liability for rent ends once the replacement tenant has completed all required documentation
- A Termination of Tenancy payment of £75.00 applies
- Upon successful replacement, the security deposit and any advance rent payments due will be refunded
Delayed Arrivals & travel restrictions
- If you are unable to travel due to government-imposed travel restrictions, please contact the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will facilitate the request to review your circumstances and explore the possibility of cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are considered individually, and any outcome will depend on the property's review and applicable booking terms.
University Course Cancellation/Modification
- If your course has been cancelled by your university, please reach out to the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will liaise with the property team to review your request on a case-by-case basis for cancellation. The resolution will be subject to the property's assessment and the terms of your booking.
Deferring Studies
- If you have deferred your studies, please contact the team and share your updated university documentation. We will notify the property team to review your request for cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are assessed individually, and the final outcome will be subject to the property's review and booking terms.
No Visa No Pay
- Indian students may cancel their booking if their UK visa has been declined.
- Proof of the visa refusal must be provided to the property within 72 hours of receiving official confirmation.
- If satisfactory proof is not provided, the student remains liable for the full contractual rent unless a replacement tenant is found.
Other cancellation policies
- The promotional offer must be quoted at the time of booking.
- The promotional offer is applicable only to Indian students.
- The promotional offer is not applicable to online bookings.
- Eligible bookings must be made directly through the hospitality and lettings team.
- Note: Terms and conditions apply.
House rules
Room allocation
- Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.
Check in guide
- Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.
- In case of any questions or queries, please feel free to contact the team, and our team will assist to ensure a smooth check-in process.
Renewal policy
- Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.
Early check in policy
- Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.
Smoking
- Smoking is not permitted inside the building. Smoking is allowed only outside in designated areas, where permitted by property rules and local regulations.
Guest policy
- Guests may stay with you where permitted by the property. Always notify the property 1 to 2 weeks in advance to complete the required formalities.
Minimum age
- You must be 18 years or older on your move-in date to stay at this property. Please ensure you meet the age requirement before booking. In case you do not meet the minimum age requirement, inform the team while enquiring with us, and we can suggest you accordingly.
Student eligibility
- This accommodation is exclusively available to students. Non-students are not eligible to stay at the property.
Questions about this residence
How much does Dover Street Apartments, Leicester cost?
Rooms start from £99 / wk across en-suite and studio options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
What's included in the rent?
Bills are included in the rent: broadband, electricity, water, gas and contents insurance.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 21–46 weeks. Options include 21–45 weeks and 21–46 weeks.
Is there a deposit?
Yes. Deposits start from £150, depending on the room.
Where is Dover Street Apartments, Leicester?
Dover Street Apartments, Leicester is at 44 York St, Leicester LE1 6BB, UK. It is 0.4 mi from Echo Factory University.





