Your accommodation options for 2026/27 accommodation

Halls accommodation

Clearing students can apply for Halls accommodation via our online accommodation portal. Clearing students who apply before 17:00 on Monday 17 August will be covered by our Clearing student accommodation guarantee.  

Once on the portal you can apply for clearing accommodation by selecting:

New Application > 2026-2027 > New > Undergraduate > New Clearing 

Once on "New Clearing" you will be able to view and choose from the Halls accommodation options available to you. You will need to select at least 5 preferences from the options available to you. 

Applications after the clearing deadline on Monday 17 August are unlikely to receive an offer of University accommodation and may need to look at alternative options in the private rented sector.

Private Rented Accommodation

There are many accommodation options in the private sector within the city of Southampton. To support you in finding suitable accommodation, we recommend exploring the following resources:

SASSH (Southampton Accreditation Scheme for Student Housing) 

SASSH is the only student housing accreditation scheme endorsed by Southampton City Council, the University of Southampton, and the Students’ Unions. It provides access to safe, high-quality accommodation and is free for all University of Southampton students. 

You can use SASSH to search for student properties, access helpful guides on renting privately, and connect with other students via the message board. 

SASSH also provides listings of ANUK accredited Private Halls providers within Southampton.  

Online accommodation search tools

You can also use other online resources to identify potential accommodation options on platforms such as Rightmove, Zoopla and OnTheMarket.  

Guidance and advice

Students’ Union Advice Centre 

The Students’ Union Advice Centre provides advice on renting in the private sector, including a housemate finder, contract checklists, and tips for viewing properties. 

Accommodation Website 

Our accommodation website offers guidance on finding private rented housing, including information on costs, bills, and what to expect when renting.