Finding accommodation in Bristol can be difficult and expensive and there are a number of scammers out
there, so please be careful to use reputable companies for your first rental.
Remember that we require your UK address before you start. You will also need a UK address in order to
open a bank account and obtain National insurance number.
Before arrival in the UK, you may wish to arrange a short term option while you look for more permanent
accommodation. The usual rental time frame is a minimum of six months, however the following can offer
shorter term rental options:
www.rightmove.co.uk/property-to-rent/bristol/short-term-lets.html
cliftonshortlets.com
www.airbnb.co.uk
www.belvoir.co.uk/offices/weston-super-mare
You may choose to live in the city itself or you might consider commuting from neighbouring areas such as
North Somerset, South Gloucestershire or beyond. There is a wide range of temporary and long-term
accommodation available.
It is a competitive housing market, therefore you would be advised to browse some of the links below to see
what furnished rental accommodation is currently available at what cost. You will see that rooms are
available to rent for from £400 per calendar month (including utilities) if you wish to share a flat or house,
this is the most inexpensive option. One bedroom flats from £475 pcm up to £1200 pcm excluding tax and
utility bills.
Finding accomodation