Monday 25 September 2017

Professional Properties with Unihousing

As we cross the autumn equinox, with winter on the not-too-distant horizon, you may be wondering whether where you currently are is the place that you would like to settle for the winter months.

Whatever your current situation, Unihousing can help. As registered letting agents based in Selly Oak, Birmingham, Unihousing have an outstanding track record of providing excellent housing for those who are searching for good professional properties.

Perhaps you are looking for your first professional home. Or maybe you are looking to improve on your current home. Or it might be that you are simply ready for a change.

It is of course hugely important that you are content with the place you currently call ‘home’. If you are looking for a new home, it is essential that you take the time to look carefully at the options so that you can find the home that is right for you.

So, explore Unihousing’s professional properties now, see what is available and where, the excellent service we provide and how our accommodation can play a role in changing your horizons for the better.

What Unihousing Have on Offer


Selly Park, 5 Bedroom House

Exuding instantly irresistible appeal, this five bedroom house in Selly Park is an aesthetic delight. Fronted by a wonderfully leafy green garden, this professional property sits on the Bristol Road. It is ideally located, making access to Edgbaston and Selly Oak simple and hassle-free, for anything you might want or need. Inside this outstanding property you will find: a breakfast room for those soothingly relaxing morning meals; a spacious sitting room for easy evenings in front of the television or gathered with friends; and a conservatory, for those charming, quiet afternoons with a good book.

This roomy property also boasts a dining room, pantry, entrance hallway and cloakroom WC. For your convenience, as well as the shared main bathroom, the master bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom.

At the back of this house, you will discover a large rear garden. This is a splendid space to clear your head or, when the weather warms up, to spend many hours sitting and unwinding with your favourite drink in hand.


Yew Apartment, Harborne

If the idea of an apartment is more to your liking, then Yew Apartment in Harborne may be an excellent option for you.

This newly fitted apartment is accessed by a gated, secured street parking area which offers a level of safety that is further enhanced by the presence of extensive CCTV.

Inside this fine property, you will find an impressive fitted kitchen with accompanying appliances and a living area that provides ample space for those lovely lazy nights after you have finished a long day at work. It also includes a double bedroom, a fitted bathroom with shower, and a washing machine.

It’s location, only a short distance from the town centre of Harborne, gives this attractive apartment even more appeal. 


Old Church Road, Harborne

Another choice for those searching for professional property in Harborne, is this appealing two bedroom home, located on Old Church Road.

This Old Church Road property offers all the essentials for comfortable living, in the context of a generous living space and all-round elegance. The large sitting room and sleek kitchen are ideal components for a relaxing home life.

The ground floor comprises: entrance hallway, cloakroom WC, spacious sitting room, kitchen and dining room. If you proceed upstairs you will find a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, additional bedroom and shower room. There is also a driveway with excellent parking facilities. 

About Harborne 

Harborne is a lovely town within Birmingham, a mere 3 miles from the City Centre. It includes an inviting selection of shops and cafes - perfect for a relaxing day with friends. At night, with its mouth-watering range of restaurants, Harborne is a fantastic place to eat out. It also includes various parks and sports clubs to help you stay fit and active. This makes Harborne an alluring place for anyone seeking a superb location for their next move.

The Choice Is Yours 


Making a decision about moving is no small matter, of course. What is of highest importance when it comes to finding a professional property, should be you and your happiness. The best way to accomplish this is by choosing something that suits you. 

Here, at Unihousing, we have several great options available and we will will endeavour to help you find the ideal property for you.    

Wednesday 13 September 2017

Activities for Birmingham Students

Looking ahead to the forthcoming academic year, only two things are guaranteed: lots of work and lots of parties! Before we start any preparations for those however, it is absolutely vital that you make all the necessary arrangements in terms of your accommodation. Apart from the obvious fact that students need a place to live as they make their way through their university years, having somewhere to live that you feel suits you is crucial to your well-being. The reason for this is, quite simply, that if you are based in accommodation that is not pleasant or doesn’t meet your needs, you are less likely to feel content. This can cause you to have a very negative student experience, affecting your academic success as well.

Selly Oak based registered landlord Unihousing offer a range of studios that are more than capable of providing a high-standard living experience for their tenants. With bills and internet included in the rent for each studio and boasting the kind of furnishings that go towards great student living, Unihousing studios and professional lets are a fine option for anyone seeking Birmingham student housing. Situated in the convenient and stimulating town of Selly Oak, these lets are ideal for students at the University of Birmingham.

Aside from being the home of your university, Birmingham is an exciting place to be as there are a variety of activities to enjoy there. Many of these can be discovered in the city centre. So read on and learn about the kind of fun you could be having between your hours of studying.

October

After you have spent September settling in and getting to know people, October begins, and in Birmingham that means the Oxjam Music Festival, the Birmingham Comedy Festival and the Birmingham Black International Film Festival.

Oxjam:

Run through the international charity Oxfam, the Oxjam Music Festival is a vibrant platform for showcasing a whole range of local music talent. This means some excellent sounds for you, and to make matters even better, the festival will raise funds to help eradicate poverty and the suffering it causes around the world.

Birmingham Comedy Festival:

Lighten up with a few laughs and have a hilarious night-out with friends with the Birmingham Comedy Festival. In existence from 2001, this 10 day festival will be host to a long list of laughter professionals, including Matt Lucas, Henning Wehn and Phill Jupitus.  

Birmingham Black International Film Festival:

Be engaged by the offerings from a selection of independent filmmakers who are sure to make an impression on you. Also incorporating theatre and music, the Birmingham Black International Film Festival will inspire and delight film aficionados and just about anyone looking for something culturally and artistically stimulating in the city.

November

As we go into November, the fun for Birmingham students doesn’t stop.

WWE Live:

For all the wrestling fans out there, WWE making its presence felt at the Barclaycard Arena will surely be a cause for celebration. This is your chance to see the stars in the flesh, giving the kind of performances only they can in front of a roaring live crowd.

The Silver Screen:

Birmingham is home to a handful of multiplex cinemas. So from large scale blockbusters to Academy Award winners, there’s no shortage of choice. However, for something with more of a unique feel there’s the Electric Cinema, the oldest working cinema in the country, and one that offers more alternative viewing options. November in Birmingham also sees the opening of another independent cinema- the Mockingbird Cinema and Kitchen. Based in the Custard Factory, Digbeth, this 100- seat cinema will screen a diversity of films and will keep patrons tummies happy too, by serving splendid Southern American inspired cuisine.

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market and Craft Fair:

You may have heard of the Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market and Craft Fair already. It really is hard to explain through words the appeal that it possesses. A terrific way to get the Christmas season started, this food and craft laden part of the Birmingham winter calendar is also just a great place to meet friends for something to drink and a really tasty bite to eat.


December

By December, the Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market and Craft Fair will be in full swing, perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit. If you are looking for other things to do during this month though, the Pizza and Prosecco Festival may just attract your attention. Yet another opportunity to fill your stomach, the Pizza and Prosecco Festival stops in Birmingham during its nationwide tour on 16th December. Enjoy a mouthful of delicious fresh pizza accompanied by a glass of Prosecco whilst you enjoying listening to the live music for an all-round superb social event.


Activities ideal for Birmingham students continue into the New Year as January sees such scintillating sporting events as the Basketball Cup Finals at the Barclaycard Arena as well as the Arenacross at the Genting Arena- a breathtaking blend of Indoor Motorcross racing and Freestyle Motorcross along with additional visual and aural thrills.

As the academic year progresses, you can expect to discover more things to see and do in Birmingham. From sports and culture to food and drink, the city of Birmingham is one that makes your student experience more enjoyable and rewarding as you steadily journey through your university course. Select a Unihousing studio that meets your needs and enjoy what Birmingham has to offer in 2017 and onwards.

Monday 11 September 2017

Student Studio Living: Some Things To Be Aware Of

  
As you embark on this new phase of your academic life, you may be feeling rather excited about what is coming your way. It is a period of change that will present unfamiliar challenges as well as fresh opportunities to learn and experience new things, and while your head may be filled with a great number of things to think about and plan for, getting your student accommodation in place is a crucial aspect of the stages leading up to you starting the coming academic year. 

In Birmingham, accommodation for students can be found through the Selly Oak-based registered lettings agents Unihousing. Their studios are ideal for Birmingham students as not only do they give high living standards, but they usually sit within an easy walking distance from the University of Birmingham. So securing accommodation with Unihousing by opting for one of their studios is well-worth giving a thought to.

On the subject of student living, it is also worth giving a thought to some of the things that you should be aware of, as various issues could potentially arise during your time as a tenant, and being prepared for these things is a good way to help you overcome them. And of course, without looking ahead to what you could encounter, you may find it more difficult to get the absolute best out of your overall experience as a student tenant.

Money

Perhaps not a surprising topic to bring up, money could be an issue for you as a student. As we all know student life and a comfortable financial situation are not always that closely linked. With this in mind then it may be wise to start planning how to deal with your finances for the coming year. You may even want to begin setting out a budget that covers all of your living expenses, such as food, rent, travel and all the other costs for all of the essential and not-so essential outgoings that are part of getting through your weeks.    

Neighbours

When it comes to your neighbours, it may be a good idea to make, where possible, a positive impression on them and probably, more importantly, to consider the levels of noise coming from within your digs. This is important as no one wants to be kept up at night or be caused unnecessary problems simply because someone failed to be careful about the volume emanating from their studio.

Home Hygiene

Although it may be the first time that you have lived away from home, there is no real alternative to being thorough and consistent in regards to maintaining the overall hygiene of your student home. Even if you have been living away from home for some time, it might be worth seeing if you can make any improvements. Keeping your place clean creates a clear path to a home that enables sanitary, healthy living, and making sure rubbish is dealt with correctly will help your keep pests away. Being aware of cleanliness in your student home and acting accordingly will help make your living experience much more pleasant.


Getting Out

It can be easy to become isolated when you are living on your own, so it is advisable to socialise when you can and make time to see places other than the inside of your student accommodation. In order to give yourself options and to get the most out of the occasions when you leave your studio, it is recommended that you learn about what the local area offers as well as any other areas that are nearby. Selly Oak, for example, boasts a number of pubs and restaurants that are able to give you a brilliant night out, and via a short journey by car or public transport, you can get to other local towns like Kings Heath or Moseley, or even the constantly stimulating Birmingham City Centre.


Health

When you are in charge of what you do and what you eat on regular basis, it is not difficult to be a little complacent and neglect such vital things as maintaining your health. However, it isn’t too difficult to make sure that you stay healthy. All that is required in basic terms are a balanced diet and plenty of exercises. Take steps to find more information on these matters and act accordingly, and enjoy a more rewarding university experience.    

Maintenance

You may find that there are problems with your studio from time to time. Through no fault of your own, you may discover that certain aspects of your accommodation will require special attention to alleviate these problems. In these instances, contacting your landlord is the route to take. Tackling any issues promptly leads to quicker results for you and an all-around better property as a consequence. Unihousing has its own team of qualified tradesmen, which means that the effective maintenance of their properties is always achievable.


Going From Here

There is no doubt that a lot of thought and planning will need to go into starting at university, while some consideration will still be required even if you are simply continuing at University. Whatever your situation, this blog will hopefully help make you aware of various elements of the whole student living experience that you should give your attention to. Bear these things in mind, find the right accommodation for you with Selly Oak-based Unihousing, and prepare for what should be a great year ahead. Check out our website and contact our team today!