Student Accommodation near Glasgow School Of Art (GSOA)

About Glasgow School Of Art

Established in 1845, Glasgow School of Art is an independent public school in Scotland. The School offers undergraduate degrees, postgraduate degrees and PhD to its students. It is a self-governing school. The QS World University Rankings have ranked GSA 16th in the world. Today, it has more than 2,100 students enrolled. Glasgow School of Art has two Scottish campuses: the Glasgow Campus and the Forres - Altyre Estate Campus. The Glasgow School of Art is commonly referred to as GSA. It is the only public self-governing art school in Scotland which provides university-level programmes in design, fine art and research in architecture. It was formed in the year of 1845 as the Glasgow Government School of Design but it renamed to The Glasgow School of Art in the year of 1853. The school is housed in a famous building in Glasgow which was built in 1897-1909 and is considered to be Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s masterpiece. The building suffered damage due to fires that broke out in May 2014 and June 2018.
 

Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow Student Accommodation

Pick ensuites, studios, shared rooms, and apartments, each equipped with facilities like high-speed internet, cinema rooms, on-site laundry and much more. Find yourself a perfect private student accommodation near Glasgow School of Arts in just a few clicks. GSA has many gorgeous off-campus student accommodations nearby, so you don’t have to worry about finding your ideal home away from home. Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Douglas Gordon, Liz Lochhead and Jenny Saville are a few of the famous GSA alumni. Glasgow School of Art off-campus student accommodation is plentiful and once you decide where you want to live, you’ll have no problem finding a shared apartment, en-suite room, or studio.

If you’re getting ready to book your student apartment near Glasgow School of Art, House Of Student can help! All our Glasgow School of Art properties are located close to public transportation and have amazing facilities (like gyms, Instagrammable rooftop terraces, gaming lounges, theatre rooms, and more), and a range of apartments. Share your student flat with roommates, enjoy the luxury of an en suite room, or live solo in a studio. Students typically enjoy finding Glasgow School of Art student accommodation in Glasgow at places like St Mungo’s, Blackfriars, Nido St James, Thurso Street, Kelvin Street, and more. Each area has unique qualities, but all offer excellent student accommodation choices close to the Glasgow School of Art. Let House Of Student help you find, compare, and book the ideal spot for your student housing. 

Heading to college at Glasgow School of Art? Congrats! Students from around the world come to Glasgow School of Art thanks to its top-rated programs and central location. Glasgow School of Art boasts a beautiful campus, a wide selection of majors, and various campus clubs, so you’ll always have something to do.

GSA is located in the Garnethill area, right next to Glasgow's city centre, making it very accessible.

Walking: Many student accommodations, especially GSA's own halls and those in the city centre or Garnethill, are within easy walking distance of the campus.

Cycling: Glasgow has cycle routes, and cycling is a good option. There are bike shops nearby (like Bike for Good) selling affordable refurbished bikes. You can use journey planners like Cycle Streets or Komoot. Secure bike storage is often available at student halls.

Bus: Glasgow has an extensive bus network operated mainly by First Bus. Numerous routes serve the area around GSA (stops on Sauchiehall Street, Renfrew Street, Hope Street, Bath Street, Cambridge Street).

Bus travel is FREE across Scotland for residents under 22 years old with a National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot NEC. Other students can buy single tickets, day tickets, or longer-term passes. Contactless payment (Tap On, Tap Off) is available.
Subway: The GSA campus is a short walk (around 5-7 minutes) from the Cowcaddens SPT Subway station. The Subway forms a circle connecting the City Centre, West End, and Southside, making it a quick way to get around key areas. Buchanan Street station (for Queen St rail station and bus station) and St Enoch station (for Central rail station) are nearby on the Subway loop.
Train: Charing Cross station is the closest mainline station (about an 8-10 minute walk), serving local routes. For wider travel across Scotland and the UK, Queen Street Station and Central Station are easily reached via a short walk, bus ride, or the Subway.
Travel Planning: Useful resources include the SPT (Strathclyde Partnership for Transport) website, the First Bus app, and general transport apps like Moovit.

GSA's central location puts many attractions within easy reach, often by walking or a short public transport ride.
Art & Culture:

• Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA): Just down the hill on Sauchiehall Street, often featuring GSA student/graduate work.
• Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT): An independent cinema very close to GSA on Rose Street.
• Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: A world-class, free museum in the West End. Features art, natural history, and a famous Salvador Dalí painting. (Subway to Kelvinhall).
• Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA): Located in Royal Exchange Square in the City Centre. Free entry.
• The Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery: Scotland's oldest public museum, located at the University of Glasgow (Subway to Hillhead). Includes the Mackintosh House.
• Street Art: Explore the City Centre Mural Trail.

Charles Rennie Mackintosh Architecture: GSA is deeply linked with Mackintosh. While the main building is undergoing restoration after fires, you can still experience his legacy:

• Mackintosh at the Willow: The original Willow Tea Rooms designed by Mackintosh, located on Sauchiehall Street. Features a visitor centre, exhibition, and functioning tea rooms.
• The Mackintosh House: A meticulous reassembly of Mackintosh's Glasgow home interiors, located within the Hunterian Art Gallery.
• Mackintosh Queen's Cross: The only church designed by Mackintosh (short bus/subway ride north).

History & Landmarks:

• Glasgow City Chambers: Stunning Victorian building on George Square (City Centre). Free tours available.
• Glasgow Cathedral & Necropolis: Impressive medieval cathedral and adjacent atmospheric Victorian cemetery (East end of the city centre, walkable or bus).
• Riverside Museum: Award-winning transport museum on the River Clyde, housing the Tall Ship 'Glenlee'. Free entry (Subway to Partick + walk/bus).

Parks & Green Spaces:

• Kelvingrove Park: Large Victorian park in the West End, near the museum and university.
• Glasgow Botanic Gardens: Features the stunning Kibble Palace glasshouse in the West End (Subway to Hillhead). Free entry.

Shopping & Entertainment:

• Sauchiehall Street: Right on GSA's doorstep, offering shops, pubs, clubs, and music venues.
• Buchanan Street: Glasgow's main pedestrianised shopping street ("Style Mile"), running from Sauchiehall Street down towards the river.

Students have several options, from GSA's own halls to private rented flats and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA).

GSA Halls of Residence:

Margaret Macdonald House & Blythswood House: These are GSA's dedicated student halls, located in Garnethill, extremely close (within a 5-minute walk) to the main campus. Priority is often given to new students living far from Glasgow.

Popular Neighbourhoods:

Garnethill: The immediate area surrounding GSA. Offers convenience and potentially more budget-friendly options compared to prime city centre locations. It's relatively quiet but right next to the action.

City Centre: Offers maximum convenience for GSA, shops, nightlife, and transport hubs (Central/Queen St stations, Buchanan Bus Station). Home to numerous large PBSAs (e.g., Dobbie's Point, Buchanan View, Canvas Glasgow, St Mungo's, Gallery Apartments, Bridle Works). Can be busy and potentially more expensive.

Cowcaddens: Just north of GSA, around the subway station. Convenient access and several PBSAs are located here.

West End (Hillhead, Kelvingrove, Partick): Very popular with students (especially University of Glasgow). Known for its bohemian vibe, cafes, bars, vintage shops, and proximity to Kelvingrove Park and the Botanic Gardens. Accessible to GSA via a short Subway ride (approx. 15-25 mins commute). Can be pricier in some parts (like Hillhead). Numerous PBSAs available (e.g., West Village, true Glasgow, Scotway House, Clifton & Stewart House).

Types of Accommodation:

PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation): These managed buildings offer rooms (often en-suite) with shared kitchens/living areas, or self-contained studios. Amenities often include gyms, common rooms, security, and all-inclusive bills. Examples listed above are mostly PBSAs. Costs vary widely (£175 - £300+ per week).

Private Rented Flats: Renting a room in a shared flat or renting a whole flat is common. This can sometimes be cheaper but usually doesn't include bills and requires managing landlords/letting agents. Popular areas for private flats include Garnethill, Dennistoun (East End - requires bus), Shawlands (Southside - requires bus/train), and parts of the West End.

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