Student house share vs House of Social
Student house share vs House of Social
14.11.24
08 mins read

As a student in Manchester, looking for somewhere to live can feel deflating. There are loads of options around, but still, somehow, it’s hard to find the right place. House sharing is the most popular way to live as a student, but everyone knows it comes with its share of headaches.   Enter House of Social, a new student accommodation in Manchester that makes house sharing easier.  Where mouldy bedrooms, shared bathrooms, and arguments over the cleaning rota are no longer a rite of passage. It’s the student house, designed differently.  

Comparison: House share vs House of Social

Features House share House of Social
Bedrooms Mouldy and cramped Brand new en-suite
Kitchen conditions Dirty and chaotic Stylish shared kitchens with housekeeping
Bathroom facilities Shared and often neglected En-suite for every student
Security Lacklustre CCTV & secure access
Support Unreliable landlords On-site team ready to help
Internet Slow and frustrating Superfast Wi-Fi
 

Truths of house share living

Traditional house shares often come with numerous challenges, including:
  • Mouldy bedrooms and bathrooms: Mould isn’t just unpleasant—it’s unhealthy and can cause respiratory issues.
  • Dirty kitchens: Shared kitchens can become chaotic, creating tension among housemates.
  • Noisy neighbours: Late-night parties and loud music can disrupt your peace and study time.
  • Dodgy streets at night: Safety concerns can make living in certain areas stressful.
  • Unhelpful landlords: Maintenance issues often go unresolved, leaving you frustrated.
  • Slow internet: Wi-Fi issues can make studying or streaming a hassle.
 

Why choose House of Social?

 

A Fresh Place

En suites are the default at House of Social, meaning no more arguments about cleaning the bathroom… It’s all yours.  

Shared Spaces

A communal space that you’ll actually want to socialise in? Unheard of… until now. Our shared spaces are designed to give housemates a better chance of getting on, plus you get a cleaner come in every two weeks to help with the chores.  

Security First

With CCTV and secure access, House of Social gives you peace of mind as you come and go. 

Support When You Need It

An on-site team is always available to help with maintenance or any other issues, allowing you to get on with your life.   

Superfast Internet

There’s nothing worse than buffering. Our Wi-Fi is reliable, speedy, and won’t let you down in the middle of a Netflix binge or revision session.  

We’re about bringing people together

You’ll have plenty of opportunity to meet new friends at House of Social, with over 100 students living upstairs and Manchester’s newest place to be social downstairs.  

Manchester’s new food hall

Can’t be bothered to cook? Just go downstairs and eat at any of the five kitchens that make up our House of Social food hall.  

Convenient Location

Located opposite First Street and within walking distance of the University of Manchester and Manchester Met, House of Social is in the middle of all the fun.  

All-Inclusive Living

It’s all wrapped up in a neat package. Rent includes all your bills and exclusive offers in the food hall downstairs. When it comes to choosing between traditional house sharing and House of Social, it’s a no brainer. Living together doesn’t need to be hard work 
Dawn Williams
email_hello@houseofsocial.com