Now that you have chosen your study abroad destination, your university, and have your student visa, it is time to search for the perfect student housing. It is also of great importance if you want to make the most of this adventure by having a new place to call home. When choosing your dormitory, comfort must be your first priority. That's why you should always look at the amenities of each building and choose the one you like best. Here are some of the most important amenities you should look for in your student housing:

1. Transportation
If you are unable to find Student Accommodation Canterbury that is within walking distance of your campus, you should look for housing that has good transportation links. Avoid selecting lodging that is more than a 20-minute bus trip from the campus. If you are not sure how to find the closest accommodations to your university, simply enter the name of your university on the student housing provider’s website and you will immediately receive a list of the closest accommodations.

2. All-inclusive bills
All-inclusive bills mean that the price you pay to rent a room, flat or studio also includes bills like electricity, water, gas and sometimes Wi-Fi. Compared to receiving individual bills for the rent and each service, this is far more effective and cost-effective. Ask about any restrictions on how much electricity and water are included in the rent as some hostels do. In most PBSAs, the bills are already included in the rent. Use the filters to select a building with the amenities you need.

3. Insurance
Another great amenity offered at many dorms is homeowner's insurance. This means that everything in your room is insured, and if something needs to be repaired or replaced, the housing company will take care of it.

4. Wi-Fi
This is a given, after all, we live in the 21st century. Nowadays, you can’t survive without the internet. As a student, you can’t work on your courses or assignments without free Wi-Fi. So always check beforehand if the accommodation has free Wi-Fi.

5. Security
Security in your new home is important. Look for housing that has round-the-clock security and CCTV included in the amenities. Also look for security measures such as an alarm system and secured access to your room so you can keep yourself and your belongings safe. Being in a new place can be scary, so making sure you feel much safer and your family is reassured will help you both sleep better at night.

6. Laundry
Gone is your mom picking up your dirty laundry and you coming home to find it magically clean and folded on your bed; that's your job now. While some cities have separate laundries for the public, it is much better to choose student housing that has its own laundry facilities. Some offer their own washers and dryers that you share with your roommates, while others have a laundry room in the building that all residents can use. This saves you a trip to the laundromat or the hassle of washing your hands every few days - an important feature to look out for.

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