Arranging your own accommodation before arriving in Cambridge is advised. Demand is high, and properties are often secured quickly. Options are available across the city and surrounding areas.
Accommodation Service
The University of Cambridge provides a dedicated Accommodation Service to help members and visiting scholars find housing.
- 1–3 bedroom properties (furnished and unfurnished)
- Typically minimum 12-month contracts
- Some properties can be secured before arrival
- Access to University-managed and private rentals
Private Rental Search
You can also search using major property platforms such as Rightmove, Zoopla, and SabbaticalHomes.
Short-Term Accommodation
For temporary accommodation, options include hotels, B&Bs, serviced apartments, and short-term rentals.
You can also find more information on temporary rentals on websites like Airbnb, VRBO, Spareroom.com, Apartments, Universityrooms, Booking.com, Jesus College Cambridge or Tas Accommodations.
Key Advice
- Start your search 2–3 months before arrival
- Prepare documents (ID, visa, references, funding details)
- Be ready to act quickly
- Avoid scams—do not pay before viewing a property
Disclaimer: Please note that the University of Cambridge does not endorse any of the external websites listed above, or elsewhere on this website.