- Student accommodation
- En-suite
- Studio
- Bills included
- Furnished
- Available
About iQ Penworks House, Birmingham
- Price from
- £158 / wk
- Range £158 – £228 / wk
- Room types
- 16 options
- En-suite, Studio
- Move-in from
- 20 Jun 2026
- Lease length
- 4–44 weeks
- Deposit from
- £149
- Bills
- Included
- Wifi, Content Insurance, Water
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
iQ Penworks House is located at 5 Moland St, Birmingham, B4 7AS, United Kingdom. This student accommodation in Birmingham offers a mix of ensuite & studios, giving students the choice between privacy & community living. Students will also appreciate its proximity to top universities, including ONCAMPUS Coventry, which is just a 4-minute drive away, & Aston University, which is a 5-minute drive away from iQ Penworks House Birmingham.
Birmingham, England, is one of the UK’s most dynamic student cities, home to more than 80,000 students across its universities. The cost of living in Birmingham averages around £900-£1,000 per month, which is lower compared to cities like London or Edinburgh. The city’s employment rate sits at around 75%, offering plenty of part-time work opportunities for students & strong prospects for graduates. With a safety index score of 56, Birmingham provides a secure backdrop for young people moving away from home for the first time. Beyond the numbers, it’s a place known for its cultural mix, food scene, music, & festivals, qualities that make it a lively yet student-friendly destination. What sets Penworks House apart is its location & design. Sitting in one of the best places to live in Birmingham, iQ Penworks House combines accessibility with a sense of community. You’re close to campus, shops, & social spots, yet the building itself offers a calm base where you can focus on studies & unwind after busy days. For students searching for Birmingham student accommodation that strikes the right balance, Penworks House iQ stands out as a strong choice.
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- 3 students enquired about this property in last 15 days
- Shortlisted by 154+ students
Features
- Penworks House provides a variety of apartments from the Bronze En Suite to the Copper Studio, catering to different budgets & living preferences. Every apartment at iQ Penworks House is fitted with the essentials to make life comfortable, like a small double bed that makes early lectures a little easier to face, a TV in your bedroom for relaxing evenings, & a study desk with a chair to keep work sessions focused. Storage is well thought out, with a wardrobe, bookshelf, & mirror helping you keep everything organised. Each space also comes with a kitchenette, complete with a hob, combination microwave, fridge, & sink, giving you the freedom to prepare anything from quick snacks to full meals. And for the moments when you want to recharge, there’s a sofa & dining area with table & chairs where you can socialise or simply enjoy your food in comfort.
- Penworks House iQ Student Accommodation Birmingham is designed to enhance student life beyond your private space. Mornings are often kicked off around the breakfast bar, while evenings can be spent in the lounge or games room, both perfect for socialising. When coursework needs attention, the communal study areas offer a quieter environment, & if you prefer fresh air, the courtyard is a welcome escape. Everyday essentials are covered too, thanks to on-site laundry facilities, social spaces & secure bicycle storage. The location itself keeps you well-connected, with great public transport links right on your doorstep. To keep things simple, all bills are included in your rent, covering Wi-Fi, water, heating, electricity, & even contents insurance, so you don’t have to juggle separate payments. The property rules, such as no pets & no smoking inside, help maintain a comfortable environment for everyone. Safety is prioritised as well, with CCTV surveillance giving you added peace of mind.
Nearby places
- Living at Penworks House iQ Student Accommodation Birmingham, puts you in the middle of the city’s student energy. You’re close to BPP University Birmingham (5 minutes away), Birmingham City University (7 minutes away), & the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (6 minutes away), universities. With so many institutions clustered nearby, the neighbourhood naturally caters to students with affordable food, lively nightlife, & great study spots. When it comes to daily living, you won’t be short of choices. Cafés like Café Tierra & Perch are nearby favourites for grabbing a coffee or catching up with friends. For something more substantial, Ba Delicacies & Smash Wheels offer meals that hit the spot without draining your student budget. Pubs such as The Bull & The Queens Head add character to the evenings, while the best clubs in Birmingham, like Coded Birmingham & Cave, give you places to let loose after exams. For quieter downtime, green spaces such as One Colmore Row & Eastside City Park provide a welcome breather from city life. If retail therapy is more your style, the Grand Central Shopping Centre is close enough for both everyday needs & splurges.
- The city also has a rich cultural side that’s easy to explore from iQ Penworks House. Museums such as the West Midlands Police Museum & the Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum bring history & innovation to life. Attractions like the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham & St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park ensure weekends never get boring. If studying calls, both the Aston University Library & Curzon Library are nearby from student accommodation near ONCAMPUS Coventry, giving you access to resources & quiet corners. Healthcare is also convenient with the Ultiman Pharmacy & City Health Campus hospital close to hand. And for entertainment, the ODEON Birmingham New Street cinema keeps you up to date with the latest films. It’s this blend of academic focus, cultural richness, & convenience that consistently earns strong iQ Penworks House reviews from students.
Commute
- Birmingham is a city that’s easy to get around, & living at iQ Penworks House makes commuting simple. Two bus stops, like Bagot Street (just 436 ft away) & Aston University (0.1 mile away), are practically on your doorstep. For rail travel, both Birmingham Snow Hill (0.9 miles) & Birmingham Moor Street (0.8 miles) are within walking distance. If you prefer trams, you’ve got St Chad's & Bull Street stations (0.6 miles each) nearby, making short hops around the city quick & efficient. And for longer journeys or trips home, Birmingham Airport (7.6 miles away) is close enough to keep travel stress-free.
Rooms & prices
Choose a room to enquire about it directly.
16 room options
3 photosBronze En Suite Plus
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 9–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Shower
Enquire for this room£165 / wk
up to £172
3 photosSilver En Suite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 9–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Bookshelf
Enquire for this room£172 / wk
3 photosGold En Suite Plus
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 9–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Under Bed Storage · Noticeboard · Study Area · Wardrobe
Enquire for this room£172 / wk
up to £188
3 photosSilver En Suite Plus
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 9–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Bookshelf
Enquire for this room£174 / wk
up to £183
3 photosPlatinum En Suite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 9–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Wardrobe · Full-Length Mirror
Enquire for this room£179 / wk
up to £190
3 photosDiamond En Suite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 24 Oct 2026
- 38–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Bookshelf
Enquire for this room£181 / wk
3 photosGold En Suite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 24 Oct 2026
- 32–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Mirror
Enquire for this room£187 / wk
3 photosCopper Studio
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 24 Oct 2026
- 38–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · TV In Bedroom · Study Desk & Chair · Wardrobe · Shower
Enquire for this room£194 / wk
3 photosCopper Studio Plus
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 9–44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · TV In Bedroom · Study Desk & Chair · Wardrobe · Shower
Enquire for this room£198 / wk
up to £228
3 photosBronze En Suite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £149
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Bookshelf
Ask about availability£158 / wk
3 photosSaver En Suite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 20 Jun 2026
- 4 weeks
- Deposit £175
- Bills included
Small double bed · TV in shared space · Study desk and chair · Underbed storage · Wardrobe
Ask about availability£170 / wk
3 photosBronze En Suite Premium
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 4 weeks
- Deposit £175
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Shower
Ask about availability£175 / wk
3 photosPlatinum En Suite Plus
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 4 weeks
- Deposit £175
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Wardrobe · Bookshelf · Shower
Ask about availability£181 / wk
3 photosSilver En Suite Premium
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 4 weeks
- Deposit £175
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Bookshelf
Ask about availability£182 / wk
3 photosGold En Suite Premium
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 4 weeks
- Deposit £175
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Underbed Storage · Wardrobe · Mirror
Ask about availability£194 / wk
3 photosPlatinum En Suite Premium
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 4 weeks
- Deposit £175
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Study Desk & Chair · Wardrobe · Bookshelf · Shower
Ask about availability£195 / wk
Amenities
11 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Bills included
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Study space
- Common room
- Games room
- Outdoor space
Safety & security
- CCTV
Services
- Bike storage
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- Breakfast Bar
- Bicycle Storage
- Social Spaces
- Games Room
- Study Area
- Lounge
- TV
- Close To Universities
- City Centre Location
- Great Public Transport Links
- Laundry Facilities
- Courtyard
- CCTV
Ratings & reviews
4.1/ 5
Based on resident feedback
- Location
- 4.6 / 5
- Value for money
- 3.5 / 5
- Cleanliness
- 4.3 / 5
- Staff
- 4.6 / 5
- Amenities
- 3.9 / 5
- Internet
- 3.9 / 5
- Social life
- 3.9 / 5
Penworks House offers spacious, well-maintained accommodation with friendly and helpful staff. The property provides a homely atmosphere with regular events and a variety of room types. Conveniently located with easy access to nearby universities, Tesco, and public transport, the accommodation boasts good security measures, comfortable shared spaces, and well-equipped study areas.
Who lives here
Share of recent residents.
Students from
- British
- 37%
- Indian
- 25%
- German
- 3%
- Italian
- 3%
- Nigerian
- 3%
Popular with students at
- Aston University52%
- Birmingham City University22%
- University of Birmingham16%
- University College Birmingham6%
- BIMM, Birmingham4%
Location
5 Moland St, Birmingham B4 7AS, UK
Nearby
- city center0.2 mi
- Aston University0.2 mi
- Royal Birmingham Conservatoire0.4 mi
- BPP University0.4 mi
- Birmingham City University0.5 mi
- ACM Birmingham0.5 mi
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5 Moland St, Birmingham B4 7AS, UK, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Open in Google Maps(opens in a new tab)Bills & policies
Bills included in the rent
- Wifi
- Content Insurance
- Water
- Electricity
- Heating
Payment
Pay In Instalment
- The tenant may choose to pay their rent in
- Full payment
- 4 instalment
- Note: The tenant requires a guarantor to pay their rent in instalments.
Guarantor Requirement
- Required if paying in instalments.
- Guarantor must:
- Complete agreement.
- Submit required documentation within 7 days of booking or Booking Fee payment.
- Guarantor can be local or international
- If the guarantor fails to comply:
- The student must pay the full rent upfront.
Booking Deposit
- For 2025/26 AY
- The student has to pay £175 to book this property.
- Must be paid at the time of booking (where applicable).
- Credited toward the first rent payment.
- Non-refundable in most cancellation scenarios unless specific conditions are met (e.g., visa refusal, no place no pay).
- Deadline:
- The Tenancy Agreement must be completed within 7 days of payment (or agreed period).
- For 2026/27 AY
- The student has to pay £149 to book this property.
- Must be paid at the time of booking (where applicable).
- Credited toward the first rent payment.
- Non-refundable in most cancellation scenarios unless specific conditions are met (e.g., visa refusal, no place no pay).
Mode Of Payment
- Tenant can make their payments online using popular and secure payment methods available in their home country, including credit and debit cards, WeChat Pay, Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay, Trustly, and other supported payment options.
Cancellation
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.
Cooling Off Period
- The property does not provide a cooling-off period once the booking is processed.
- Note: Booking Fee (if paid) will be retained.
No Visa No Pay
- Cancellation is allowed if the student does not obtain the required qualifications for their first-choice university.
- Must provide:
- Written confirmation of cancellation.
- Official evidence of visa refusal.
- The cancellation request and supporting evidence must be submitted within 72 hours of the exam results being published.
- Refund:
- Any rent paid will be refunded.
- Any Booking Fee (if paid) will be refunded.
No Place No Pay
- Cancellation is allowed if the student does not obtain the required qualifications for their first-choice university.
- Must provide:
- Written confirmation of cancellation.
- Supporting written evidence from the university or UCAS.
- The cancellation request and supporting evidence must be submitted within 72 hours of the exam results being published.
- Refund:
- Any Booking Fee (if paid) will be refunded.
- Any rent paid will be refunded.
- If evidence is not provided within 72 hours:
- The booking fee will be retained as a cancellation fee.
Early termination by students
- Not allowed after tenancy start unless a replacement tenant is found.
- Tenant remains liable for full contractual rent until a replacement tenant is secured.
- Tenancy Takeover allowed:
- Only between 1 month after the Tenancy Start Date and 2 months before the Tenancy End Date.
- Conditions:
- Replacement tenant must take over full contractual obligations.
- Outstanding rent must be cleared before release.
- Liability ends:
- From the start date of the replacement tenant’s tenancy.
- Refund:
- Any overpaid rent will be refunded within 28 days of the replacement tenant’s tenancy start date.
Replacement Tenant Accepted
- Tenant is responsible for finding a replacement tenant.
- Tenant must assume the full contractual obligations of the Tenancy Agreement.
- Replacement requires approval from the property.
- Release conditions:
- The replacement tenant must sign the tenancy agreement.
- The replacement tenant must pay the due rent.
- Replacement tenant must move in.
- Liability ends:
- From the start date of the replacement tenant’s tenancy.
- Refund:
- Any overpaid rent will be refunded within 28 days.
Deferring Studies
- Cancellation allowed if the student defers university entry to the next academic year before the Tenancy Start Date.
- Must provide:
- Written confirmation of deferral.
- Supporting evidence from the university or UCAS.
- Evidence must be provided at least 1 week prior to the Tenancy Start Date.
- Refund:
- Any rent paid will be refunded.
- Booking Fee (if paid) will be retained as a cancellation fee.
Extenuating Circumstances
- Cancellation may be requested due to extenuating circumstances, such as ill health or family circumstances.
- The student must provide a written explanation and relevant independent supporting evidence, such as medical documentation or other official records confirming the circumstances.
- Each request will be assessed individually by the local or regional management team.
Other cancellation policies
- If the Tenancy Agreement is not signed before the Deadline:
- Booking Fee (if paid) will be retained.
- If the student cancels for reasons outside the defined categories:
- Full rent liability applies until a replacement tenant is found.
- Cancellation request must be submitted via:
- Resident portal, or official email.
- Property may cancel booking before key collection if:
- Student fails to complete the tenancy agreement before the Deadline.
- The student provides false or misleading information.
- Student fails screening checks or does not cooperate.
- Required payments are not made.
- Immigration restrictions apply.
House rules
Subletting
- Subletting is possible
Smoking
- No smoking
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.
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 iQ Penworks House, Birmingham cost?
Rooms start from £158 / 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: wifi, content insurance, water, electricity and heating.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 4–44 weeks. Options include 9–44 weeks, 38–44 weeks, 32–44 weeks and 44 weeks.
When can I move in?
The earliest move-in date listed is 20 Jun 2026. Dates can differ by room, so ask us to confirm the one you want.
Is there a deposit?
Yes. Deposits start from £149, depending on the room.
Where is iQ Penworks House, Birmingham?
iQ Penworks House, Birmingham is at 5 Moland St, Birmingham B4 7AS, UK. It is 0.2 mi from city center.





