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Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) accommodation
Searching for private accommodation near Anglia Ruskin University? Yugo looks after two top-notch student residences in Cambridge — Anglia House and CB1 — both within walking distance of the main university campus.
Our accommodation comes with fantastic facilities like games rooms, lounge areas and study spaces, offering the perfect balance between work and play. With regular social events taking place on-site, there's plenty of opportunity to meet fellow students — and you've also got your own private space when you need some alone time.
Keen to hear more? Get to know our ARU accommodation below...
Student accommodation near ARU
An easy journey to the ARU campus
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Why choose private accommodation over halls?
Facilites
Modern, generously spaced rooms and common areas that are ideal for unwinding.
- Games room
- Study spaces
- TV lounge
Flexibility
Lots of options for room types and tenancy length, tailor-made to your needs.
- En-suites & studios
- Roommate matching
- Short stays & summer lets
Convenience
The best location with all the boring bits catered for, meaning more time for you.
- Close to ARU
- 24/7 support
- Bills included
Community
All the social benefits of living in halls, but with the added privacy of your own space.
- Meet ARU students
- 'Live Your Best Life' programme
- Regular social events
Social events
Leisure spaces
24/7 support
Study spaces
What our residents have to say
Ebony Harris
"Such a great student accommodation! The last two years there were just fantastic — great staff with 24-hour security and parcel collection. Lots of bike storage, the rooms and kitchen are modern and the best I’ve seen for student accommodations in Cambridge."
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Gabs Bennington
"A really decent, cosy student accommodation that genuinely cares about its residents. 24/7 security, good-sized rooms and kitchens, all en-suite and available all year round. I would heavily recommend to local students! 😊"
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Frequently asked questions about ARU
Where is ARU located?
Anglia Ruskin University has four campuses spread between Cambridgeshire (Cambridge and Peterborough) and Essex (Chelmsford and Writtle), with additional facilities in London. ARU's main campus is based right in the heart of Cambridge, and is home to roughly a third of students enrolled at the university.
Is ARU a good university?
Anglia Ruskin University is a great place to study, with the university recognised for its passionate professors, top-class teaching facilities and unwavering dedication to the student experience. Add to that a diverse curriculum with flexible study options and placement opportunities, and you have yourself a superb university!
What is ARU known for?
Anglia Ruskin University has a strong research reputation and excels at subject level in health and social care, sports science, education and psychology. ARU also scores highly for graduate employment outcomes — owing to its strong placement offering and career support services — and student satisfaction.
How many students are there at ARU?
Anglia Ruskin University has around 35,000 students across its four main campuses, making it one of the best-attended universities in the UK. The Cambridge campus is the biggest and home to over 10,000 students, with smaller populations in Chelmsford, Peterborough and Writtle.
What rank is ARU?
Anglia Ruskin University has had some impressive rankings over the years and regularly places among the top 50 universities in the UK. Globally, ARU typically ranks among the top 500 universities, which comfortably places it within the top 10% worldwide.