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468-480 Portswood Road, Southampton, SO17 3SP
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Choosing student accommodation is easier when you know what kind of living arrangement suits you. Some students enjoy sharing a kitchen and living room with flatmates, while others would rather have their own space from day one. The Court Yard Southampton is aimed at the latter, with fully self-contained studios in Portswood, close to the University of Southampton, local shops, bus routes and places to spend your free time.
Every studio comes with its own kitchen, bathroom and study area, so residents do not have to share the main parts of their living space. The property also includes utility bills and Wi-Fi within the rent, along with security and maintenance support on site. For students who value privacy but still want to live close to Southampton's student community, The Court Yard offers a straightforward option.
The Court Yard is a purpose-built student residence focused on private studio living. Rather than placing residents in shared flats, the property gives each student a self-contained apartment with the facilities needed for cooking, studying, sleeping and relaxing.
The studio format can be particularly useful for students who prefer to set their own routine. You can prepare meals in your own kitchen, work at your study area and have your own bathroom without having to coordinate with flatmates. Each studio is furnished for the academic year, so there is no need to arrange the main pieces of furniture before moving in.
The residence also has on-site support and security facilities. This means students can maintain their privacy without being left to manage accommodation issues entirely on their own. For those comparing The Court Yard student accommodation with larger shared residences, the main difference is the emphasis on independent living.
Address: The Court Yard, 468–480 Portswood Road, Southampton SO17 3SP, United Kingdom
Portswood is one of Southampton's established student areas, with much of what students need located along and around Portswood Road. Living at The Court Yard Southampton puts residents close to supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, fitness facilities and local bus services, which can make the weekly routine easier to manage.
No need to go on a long trip for grocery shopping. There are plenty of options for students to stock up for the week or pick up a few supplies at neighbouring retailers such as Sainsbury's, Waitrose & Partners and Al Barakah Superstores. You can also visit WestQuay Shopping Center when you want more shopping, restaurants and leisure alternatives in one spot.
There is no shortage of food and coffee near Portswood Road. Local cafes offer a location to meet friends or take a break between courses, and Ceno and Trago Lounge are possibilities for eating out. Looking for somewhere to meet up in the evening? Head to the Gordon Arms, Mitre and The Drummond Arms.
There are also several ways to spend time aside from homework. Nearby, PureGym Southampton Portswood is ideal for students wanting to keep up with their exercise regimen, while Southampton Common offers far more room for walking, running or simply getting outdoors. If you want a quieter place to read or revise, the Portswood Library can also be handy.
Also a good position for getting about Southampton. Buses run along Portswood Road, linking the area to the university campuses and the city center. For longer trips, Southampton Central Railway Station provides rail connections. Southampton General Hospital is also nearby, which is handy for students who may need to use medical facilities while they are in the city.
The Court Yard Southampton is special since it concentrates on private life. Students who choose not to share a kitchen or bathroom can have these facilities in their own studio, yet still enjoy the services and location of purpose-constructed student accommodation.
Here are some of the primary reasons to choose The Court Yard student accommodation in Southampton:
Fully self-contained studios with private kitchens and en-suite bathrooms.
A Portswood location close to the University of Southampton and Southampton Solent University.
Furnished studios with dedicated study areas.
Electricity, gas, water and Wi-Fi included within the rent.
Bus services along Portswood Road for travel around Southampton.
Supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and other student essentials nearby.
24-hour security, CCTV and on-site security.
On-site maintenance support.
Easy access to Southampton Common and Portswood Library.
WestQuay Shopping Centre is also within reach for shopping, dining and leisure.
The Court Yard offers five studio types, giving students some choice within its private accommodation format. All rooms are self-contained, with their own kitchen, bathroom and study area.
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Room Type |
Weekly Rent |
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Studio Rio |
From £215 |
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Studio Tokyo |
From £240 |
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Studio London |
From £240 |
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Studio Paris |
From £245 |
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Studio Sydney |
From £255 |
Weekly prices can change according to tenancy length and availability. Students should check the current rate for their preferred room before booking.
Each studio is furnished and includes the main facilities needed for day-to-day living. Since utility bills and Wi-Fi are included in the rent, students can account for these costs as part of their regular accommodation payment.
The weekly rent covers several household services, so students do not have to arrange separate accounts for the main utilities after moving in.
Your rent includes:
Electricity
Gas
Water
High-speed Wi-Fi
Having these costs included can make it easier to plan an accommodation budget, particularly during the first few months of university when there are already plenty of other expenses to manage.
The Court Yard keeps its facilities focused on the practical needs of students living independently. While the accommodation is centred around private studios rather than large communal areas, residents still have access to support and security services within the property.
Residents have access to:
24-hour security
CCTV monitoring
On-site security
On-site maintenance
These services give students a point of support for accommodation-related issues while security measures help keep the building monitored throughout the day and night.
The Court Yard Southampton is within reach of several University of Southampton campuses, as well as Southampton Solent University. This makes the property worth considering for students who want to live in Portswood while keeping their daily university commute manageable.
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University |
Distance |
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University of Southampton – Main Campus |
1.04 miles |
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University of Southampton – Boldrewood Campus |
1.21 miles |
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University of Southampton – Avenue Campus |
1.42 miles |
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2.44 miles |
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University of Southampton – Southampton General Hospital Campus |
2.72 miles |
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University of Southampton – Waterfront (NOCS) Campus |
3.47 miles |
The University of Southampton's Main Campus is just over a mile away, while the Boldrewood and Avenue campuses are also within a relatively short distance. Southampton Solent University is farther towards the city centre but remains accessible by local transport.
This range of nearby campuses gives The Court Yard an advantage for students comparing accommodation based on their university location. Walking, cycling and local bus services can all form part of the daily commute, depending on the campus and individual preference.
Finding accommodation during Clearing can be more difficult when you leave the search until late in the admissions process. Student residences in established areas such as Portswood can see demand increase once university places are confirmed, so students considering The Court Yard should check availability as soon as they know where they will be studying.
The property offers only self-contained studios, rather than shared apartments. This gives students a clear choice if private accommodation is their priority, but it also means the available room types can become limited as bookings are made.
If you're joining the University of Southampton or Southampton Solent University through Clearing, checking the available The Court Yard Southampton rooms early can help you compare prices and choose a studio that fits your budget.
Portswood Road is an important local bus route, giving residents access to services towards Southampton's universities, city centre and surrounding neighbourhoods. For longer journeys, Southampton Central Railway Station provides rail connections to destinations across the region and the wider UK.
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Transport |
Details |
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Railway Station |
Southampton Central Railway Station |
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Nearby Bus Stop |
Portswood Road (Bus Corridor) |
The location also works for students who prefer walking or cycling. Several University of Southampton campuses are within a manageable distance, and living in Portswood means many everyday destinations can be reached without relying on a car.
Students who like to keep up with regular workouts have a gym close to the residence.
PureGym Southampton Portswood
Portswood covers most day-to-day shopping needs, while Southampton city centre adds larger retail and leisure destinations.
Shopping
WestQuay Shopping Centre
Supermarkets
Sainsbury's
Waitrose & Partners
Al Barakah Superstores Portswood
Students have access to medical facilities within the wider Southampton area.
Southampton General Hospital
Portswood Road has several places to eat and meet friends, with options suited to quick meals as well as longer catch-ups.
Cafés
Portswood Road cafés
Restaurants
Ceno
Trago Lounge
Portswood Library provides an alternative place to read, study or work when you want a break from your studio.
Portswood Library
Southampton Common gives students plenty of open space close to the accommodation.
Southampton Common
It can be used for walking, running or taking some time away from coursework.
Students looking to meet friends locally have several pubs within walking distance.
The Gordon Arms
Mitre
The Drummond Arms
The Court Yard Southampton is particularly suited to students who want their own space rather than a shared flat. Every room is a self-contained studio, so you have a private kitchen, bathroom, sleeping area and study space without having to share the main facilities with other residents. That setup can work well if you prefer a quieter routine or simply want more control over how you use your living space.
Location is another strong point. The property sits on Portswood Road, putting the University of Southampton within a short commute and keeping Southampton Solent University accessible by public transport. Supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, a gym and Portswood Library are also close enough to become part of your regular routine rather than places you need to plan a separate trip to visit.
The accommodation can also make budgeting easier. Electricity, gas, water and Wi-Fi are included in the rent, while CCTV, 24-hour security and on-site maintenance provide support within the building. Students who value privacy but still want access to the wider university community may find that balance useful.
If you're comparing The Court Yard student accommodation with shared student residences, the decision largely comes down to how you prefer to live. The Court Yard does not offer the shared kitchens and larger communal setup found at many student halls. Instead, it focuses on giving each resident a private studio and keeping the practical aspects of student living relatively simple.
The Court Yard Southampton offers a straightforward option for students who want private studio accommodation in Portswood. Each studio has its own kitchen, bathroom and study area, while electricity, gas, water and Wi-Fi are included within the rent. On-site security and maintenance add further support during the academic year.
Its location also puts students close to the University of Southampton, Southampton Solent University and the everyday facilities around Portswood Road. Supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, a gym, library and Southampton Common are all within reach, while local buses connect the area with the wider city.
For students searching for The Court Yard Southampton or The Court Yard student accommodation, the property is best suited to those who value independent living and want a private studio rather than a shared apartment.
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I’ve been living here for two months and wanted to share an honest review so that anyone looking to stay here is well informed before booking. Unfortunately, it hasn’t been the smoothest experience. Negatives: - When I moved in, the room was very poorly cleaned. I ended up cleaning everything myself. The kitchen and shower were in rough condition - one cupboard even had black mould inside. - The WiFi simply doesn’t work. It constantly drops out and is clearly not strong enough for the number of people using it. When tenants raise concerns, we’re just told to “take it up with the provider,” which isn’t helpful. - Laundry costs £4.20 per basic cycle - far too expensive. - The “gym” is really just a small fitness suite - dumbbells only go up to 10kg. - The parcel system is frustrating. There’s no reception, and neither delivery drivers nor students have access codes, so you basically have to be home to receive anything. - The windows open just an inch, making the room unbearably hot. A simple fix would be installing grates and letting the windows open properly. - The fire alarm goes off frequently, and there’s often no staff on-site to deal with it quickly. - The bins are always full, both recycling and general waste. Rubbish often ends up on the floor. It really needs more frequent collection and proper upkeep. - There’s no recycling for glass or compost, which feels ridiculous in 2025. - The blinds don’t actually cover the windows properly, sunlight floods in from the top and sides, making it impossible to sleep after a certain hour. - The mattress is extremely firm. - While the maintenance team are friendly, there seem to be constant inspections. These could easily have been done before tenants moved in. - Poor ventilation in corridors, always a foul smell on your way to the bedroom. Positives: - The room itself is a good size, with a large bathroom and plenty of storage. - Loads of plug sockets and a decent-sized bed. - Great location, close to campus, Portswood, and bus stops. TL;DR: This place is branded as luxury accommodation, but it’s really just a very basic student setup that needs major improvement, from facilities like the “gym” to essentials like WiFi, laundry costs, and cleanliness standards. There are better value for money accommodations in my opinion.
Erin
Accompany me for nearly a year, soon left some reluctant. Everything is great, it's close to the school and there's a bus stop just outside. My room had no infrastructure issues and worked well for a year. The fire alarms in other rooms are always very sensitive and sometimes they wake you up. The wireless network can go down suddenly or slow down, but it's better these days. Very quiet apartment, not many people, there is no queue for laundry.
Iona
Currently doing a PhD at UoS and I would not recommend staying here. Over the two years I have been here the price has increased, but the accommodation has gotten worse. It's over priced compared to other places, that offer much better services, and treatment of tenants. Fire alarms went on for upwards of 40 mins by the end of my time here. With no one on site this is how long it took for someone trained to come turn it off. If you're not in you can't collect your parcels until the student ambassadors hand them out. Not ideal when the ambassadors were mainly undergraduates who go home outside of term time - so you can't even get parcels delivered to your own home. Maintenance - only semi responsive between 9-5 weekdays. Any problems no matter how serious will not be dealt with out of hours. I once phoned the emergency number and was told they 'were unable to get in touch with anyone from maintenance. Wifi - although recently 'updated' it can clearly not handle the number of tenants. With it cutting out or being too slow to use during peak hours in term time. As for events there have been 3 or 4 in the 2 years I lived there. As for the room itself - microwave oven is very small, can't even fit in a pizza :'(. Also the blinds were an issue, they sit very far away from the window, many people had taped paper and bin bags to the window for privacy. Probably also the reason why the rooms get so hot in the summer! Overall it was the way I felt the tenants were treated that made me decide to end my tenancy. When issues were risen the people on the phone seemed very apologetic, but ultimately we were ignored.
Leo Tian
The apartment staff is fantastic! Because of our own problems, we could only check in on the weekend, and the staff was kind enough to help us coordinate a good time and help us arrange check in! We are very grateful to her!
Emily Bennett
Nice rooms and location but should be expected for the price. However management is very unresponsive and not visible. Additionaly the newly installed internet cuts out frequently making it a pain to play games or stream. Also there is little atmosphere which is a problem for all of these types of accommodation but more could be done to create a community. There are better private student rooms available in Southampton. I would recommend looking elsewhere for university accomodation. Edit, reply : It's disappointing that you don't know that I am a tenant currently living here but not surprising. Just today, May the 28th, the student ambassador for the courtyard sent you a message relaying the complaints that many of the tenants had about the internet cutting out frequently. When I moved in it took months to get my laundry card despite multiple messages and conformations that it would be delivered soon. The events have started in May, after I left the review and during the exam season and at the end of the year when people are not available. They would have been far better earlier so tenants could socialize and make connections from the beginning.
Anonymous
I’ve been living here for two months and wanted to share an honest review so that anyone looking to stay here is well informed before booking. Unfortunately, it hasn’t been the smoothest experience. Negatives: - When I moved in, the room was very poorly cleaned. I ended up cleaning everything myself. The kitchen and shower were in rough condition - one cupboard even had black mould inside. - The WiFi simply doesn’t work. It constantly drops out and is clearly not strong enough for the number of people using it. When tenants raise concerns, we’re just told to “take it up with the provider,” which isn’t helpful. - Laundry costs £4.20 per basic cycle - far too expensive. - The “gym” is really just a small fitness suite - dumbbells only go up to 10kg. - The parcel system is frustrating. There’s no reception, and neither delivery drivers nor students have access codes, so you basically have to be home to receive anything. - The windows open just an inch, making the room unbearably hot. A simple fix would be installing grates and letting the windows open properly. - The fire alarm goes off frequently, and there’s often no staff on-site to deal with it quickly. - The bins are always full, both recycling and general waste. Rubbish often ends up on the floor. It really needs more frequent collection and proper upkeep. - There’s no recycling for glass or compost, which feels ridiculous in 2025. - The blinds don’t actually cover the windows properly, sunlight floods in from the top and sides, making it impossible to sleep after a certain hour. - The mattress is extremely firm. - While the maintenance team are friendly, there seem to be constant inspections. These could easily have been done before tenants moved in. - Poor ventilation in corridors, always a foul smell on your way to the bedroom. Positives: - The room itself is a good size, with a large bathroom and plenty of storage. - Loads of plug sockets and a decent-sized bed. - Great location, close to campus, Portswood, and bus stops. TL;DR: This place is branded as luxury accommodation, but it’s really just a very basic student setup that needs major improvement, from facilities like the “gym” to essentials like WiFi, laundry costs, and cleanliness standards. There are better value for money accommodations in my opinion.
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