Finding student accommodation in Ireland

When to start looking, the different options, and how to avoid paying for a place you've never seen. Start early Rooms near Dublin campuses go quickly before each academic year. Start looking in early summer, and set up saved searches so you hear about new ads straight away. Your options Purpose-built student accommodation: convenient but usually the most expensive. House shares: a room in a house with other students or workers, usually on a tenancy. Digs: a room in someone's home, often Monday to Friday, sometimes with meals. Usually the cheapest option near campus. Think about the commute A cheaper room further out can cost more once you add bus or train fares and time. On StayLister, pick your college to see places sorted by distance, then check public transport times from each ad. Stay safe Never send money before viewing, especially if you are coming from abroad. If you can't view in person, ask a friend to view it for you or book short-term accommodation for your first weeks.

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