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Ben Russell Court, Leicester

3.0 (1 review)

Student Accommodation

2 2 EASTERN BOULEVARD, Leicester, England LE2 7PT

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Property ID: S00019172
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Basic Info

No Service Fee Elevator Bills included Parcels collect

200 Beds

Built in 2018

Block A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L

Ben Russell Court is a cheap student accommodation in Leicester. Poised in a prime location that merges quietude with city life, it offers swift access to several esteemed universities. The most notable among these is De Montfort University, just a stone's throw away, and the University of Leicester, situated a brief commute from the residency. Students can explore the historic Leicester Cathedral, stroll through the picturesque Castle Gardens, or immerse themselves in the city’s rich history at the nearby Leicester Museum & Art Gallery. For those seeking leisure and retail therapy, the Highcross Shopping Centre offers various shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, all within reach.

 

Features:

Ben Russell Court is thoughtfully designed to accommodate students' diverse preferences and needs, offering 200 beautifully furnished rooms ranging from non-en suite and private studios to spacious shared apartments. The studios burst with warm charm and self-sufficiency, including a private kitchenette. The facilities within this residence are crafted to inspire both excellence and relaxation—the property boasts study rooms infused with calm for uninterrupted focus, a lively standard room that serves as the heart for social activity, and a serene garden space for moments of reflection or a breath of fresh air. Laundry facilities and secure bike storage add practicality to the living experience, ensuring students have everything they require to thrive in their home away from home.

 

Location and What's Hot?

Ben Russell Court accommodation is surrounded by various food and drink venues to keep students living in Leicester entertained during their stay. You'll find pizza, burger and dessert shops such as Pizza Kings, Domino's Pizza, Phat Buns and Doorstep Desserts, and you can order a takeaway for a meal without going to the shops. Hey Sugar and Bagel Stop are two cafes near the flat that you can't miss if you like coffee. 

Looking for a special treat? Westcotes is just a 10-minute walk away, with a wide range of restaurants serving a variety of cuisines, including Diyarbakir Chef and Spice and Broncos. Of course, sushi lovers should not miss Little Tokyo, which is just a seven-minute walk away. 

 

Transport:

Ben Russell Court offers students more than just a place to stay. Leicester Train Station, a hub for national rail travel, awaits at a leisurely 20-minute walk or a swift 10-minute bike ride. The University of Leicester's sprawling campus is a mere 15-minute stroll through leafy streets, allowing an easy commute to morning lectures.

For those travelling further afield, St. Margaret's Bus Station is conveniently located just a 5-minute bike ride, linking students to the city and the surrounding areas. For international travel, East Midlands Airport is the gateway to the world, accessible within a 40-minute drive, offering an easy start to holiday adventures or visits home.

 

Security & Services:

Ben Russell Court has instituted round-the-clock security measures including CCTV surveillance and secure key entry systems, ensuring peace of mind for both students and their loved ones. Our dedicated on-site team, always ready with a friendly smile, is committed to making your stay as comfortable and hassle-free as possible, addressing maintenance issues swiftly and offering guidance whenever needed. In addition to safety, connectivity within our community is paramount. Free high-speed Wi-Fi encompasses the entire property, facilitating not just academic endeavors but enabling residents to stay connected with family and partake in global conversations. 

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3.0

1 review

Jinhao Cheng**

3.0

20 Jul 2021 20:00:54

Internet speed is average, others are okay, there are supermarkets around, fairly convenient, cost-effective
Internet speed is average, others are okay, there are supermarkets around, fairly convenient, cost-effective
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House Rules

Cancellation Policy

No Visa No Pay

Prospective international students who have applied to attend a University or a Higher Education Institution in any of the cities in which Homes for Students operates, and who book a room with Homes for Students, will be allowed to be released from their Tenancy Agreement if they do not receive the entry Visa they require for their study in the UK and evidence is provided.

Only new customers who have never lived at a Homes for Students property are eligible.

If a customer does not receive the entry Visa they require for their study in the UK and wishes to be released from their Tenancy Agreement, they must provide Homes for Students with evidence of their refusal of entry to the UK to study no later than 7 days after notification of their refusal.

Evidence can be a copy of the letter from the Home Office, UK Visas and Immigration service or other official Visa issuing body as well as a letter from the university, sponsor or institution where they were supposed to be studying. It must clearly show the student's full name, address and date of issue. This can be emailed to salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or posted to Homes for Students, 3 Clock Tower Park, Longmoor Lane, Fazakerley, Liverpool, L10 1LD.
Customers who do not apply to be released from their Tenancy Agreement within this timescale will be bound by the terms and conditions set out in the Tenancy Agreement.

No Place No Pay

Prospective first year students who have applied to attend a University or a Higher Education Institution in any of the cities in which Homes for Students operates, and who book a room with Homes for Students, will be allowed to be released from their Tenancy Agreement if, as a result of not achieving the required A-Level, Scottish Higher (or equivalent) results, they do not gain a place at their chosen university and evidence is provided.

Only new customers who have never lived at a Homes for Students property are eligible.

If a customer does not gain a place at their chosen University or College and wishes to be released from their Tenancy Agreement, they must provide Homes for Students with evidence of their rejection and evidence of the reason why (proof of results achieved etc) no later than 3 working days after their results day.

Evidence can be a written rejection letter from the University/College/UCAS, or a screen shot of the customer's UCAS status along with the results etc. This can be emailed to salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or posted to Homes for Students, Clock Tower Park, Longmoor Lane, Fazakerley, Liverpool, L10 1LD.

Customers who do not apply to be released from their Tenancy Agreement within this timescale and provide the correct evidence will be bound by the terms and conditions set out in the Tenancy Agreement.

Refund Guarantees Time Limit

7 days cooling off period
You can cancel your booking up to 7 days after you accept your offer or pay your deposit, providing you have not already moved in to the property and the apartment will refund your security deposit in full. Deposits will normally be refunded within 28 working days of cancellation, however the legal obligation as a landlord is to secure all deposits with a third party protection scheme. In the event that your deposit has already been sent to the protection scheme by the time you cancel your booking, your refund could take up to 60 days to be refunded due to the protection scheme's processing period and your deposit refund will come directly from them - you will need your repayment ID which will be sent to you directly by the protection scheme. If the deposit has already been sent to the deposit protection scheme, then the apartment is unable to influence their processing time.

Details

1.Initial Cancellation Period
You can cancel your booking up to 7 days after you accept your offer or pay your deposit, providing you have not already moved in to the property and the apartment will refund your security deposit in full. Deposits will normally be refunded within 28 working days of cancellation, however the legal obligation as a landlord is to secure all deposits with a third party protection scheme. In the event that your deposit has already been sent to the protection scheme by the time you cancel your booking, your refund could take up to 60 days to be refunded due to the protection scheme's processing period and your deposit refund will come directly from them - you will need your repayment ID which will be sent to you directly by the protection scheme. If the deposit has already been sent to the deposit protection scheme, then the apartment is unable to influence their processing time.
2.Out of Initial Cancellation Period
If you cancel your booking after the 7 day Initial Cancellation Period, you will remain liable for the weekly rent (for each and every week or part week) until the apartment is able to re-let the room. If they are able to re-let the room they will release you from the agreement upon payment of a £50 variation of contract fee which they will recover by retaining part or all of your deposit. If you have paid a lower deposit amount, that's the amount that will be retained.

Double Occupancy Policy

Double occupancy rooms:

No double occupancy rooms.

Ben Russell Court FAQs

When is the due date for rent payment?

Please enter the Student Portal interface of your apartment, click Review My Offer to enter the contract review interface, click CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE TENANCY AGREEMENT in the lower right corner again or enter the registered email to check the rent payment deadline on the contract. If you need to pay the rent, you can return to the homepage and click Review/Pay Statement to view the details of the payment plan. The corresponding key information is [Balance] The current total amount to be paid for this payment item [Due Date] Payment deadline (format day/month/year) Please pay the rent before the due date

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How to pay rent?

Please enter the Student Portal interface of your apartment, click Review/Pay Statement to enter the payment interface, then tick the items that need to be paid, and click pay to enter the payment interface. The apartment supports online credit card payment (credit card is supported) or bank transfer 1. For online credit card payment, please ensure that the payment card type is one of the following four types: Mastercard/Visa/Visa Debit/Visa Electron. Carefully fill in the cardholder information, and please ensure that the payment card has sufficient credit, and the bank is opened and supports payment behavior. Please note that payment cards do not need to be present in person. 2. For bank remittance, please contact the apartment to obtain the transfer account under the guidance of the consultant, and then complete the corresponding payment in the bank. However, please note that wire transfers can take several business days to arrive, so payment needs to be arranged in advance.

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Is an installment purchase possible?

If you have a valid UK guarantor, you can choose to pay the rent in three installments, in September, January and April. If there is no valid UK guarantor, full rent must be paid 1 month before the start of the contract.

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