Student Accommodation – Furnished or Unfurnished?

Decorating your own apartment may sound like a good idea, but there are costs and logistical difficulties involved with this process. On the other hand, you don’t want to wind up living somewhere with dodgy old furniture that doesn’t meet your needs. If you can’t make up your mind, learning the advantages and disadvantages associated with furnished and unfurnished accommodation may help you reach a decision. 

FURNISHED
Many students don’t have the budget to furnish an entire house or apartment, so it makes sense to choose a place that already has everything you need. However, that doesn’t mean furnished accommodation is for everyone. 
Find out if you’re a suitable candidate for a furnished place by considering the following pros and cons: 

Pro – Affordability 

• Furnishing a place can cost a lot of money, even if you only buy the basics. Investing in a bed, couch, dining table, a couple of chairs and a bookshelf will set you back at least a couple hundred dollars. Moving into a furnished place means you’ll have less expenses to stress about. 

Con – Increased Rent 

• Some furnished apartments come with somewhat higher rental rates. When looking for a place, you’ll need to decide whether you’re willing to pay slightly more for the convenience of not having to worry about buying your own furniture. 

Pro – Convenience 

• Furniture shopping can be tiring, not to mention the hassle involved with assembling everything. Moving into a furnished place means you won’t need to make multiple trips to IKEA or fight with your housemates about how to use an Allen key. 

UNFURNISHED
Offering plenty of space and style potential, unfurnished student accommodation comes with a different set of pros and cons:  

Pro – Creative Control 

• Buying your own furniture allows you the freedom to create an aesthetic that’s all your own. Whether you want to decorate your student accommodation in ultra-modern furniture or squashy beanbags, the choice is yours. 

Con – Cost 

• Many students don’t have the capacity to earn a full-time income while at university, which can make it difficult to afford new furniture. You may need to take hand-me-down pieces from family and friends if you move into an unfurnished place. 

Pro – Room for Furniture You Already Own  

• Already own furniture? Moving into an unfurnished place means you won’t have to sell your furniture or put it into storage while you study. 

Con – Moving Expenses 

• Buying your own furniture may seem like a smart investment, but what happens when you want to move out of student accommodation? Remember, you’ll need to pay a removalist to relocate all your belongings once you’re done at university. 

Have you decided to move into furnished student accommodation?

UniLodge apartments comes fully furnished for your convenience. Check out our apartments and find the perfect place to stay while studying.