You can find useful information about searching for accommodation in the private sector on the Student Accommodation Office page private rented accommodation.

If you are looking for a private rental please read our factsheet on finding rented housing (PDF, 400KB). It provides useful tips and resources for staff looking to find accommodation in Bristol, including:

• details of letting agencies
• how to search for accommodation from overseas
• advice on avoiding housing fraud
• information on tenants' rights and responsibilities

The property letting market moves very quickly in Bristol, and we advise staff to start gathering information about renting in the city as early as possible to help secure good accommodation.