If you’re looking to study in Chester or work as a young professional, your biggest monthly cost will likely be your accommodation. The cheapest option is generally to live in a shared property with other students or young professionals. You can expect to pay about £500 per month for a room in a managed quality shared property with utility bills included, which makes it much easier to budget. There are many advantages to living in a property like this, including social benefits and the reduced stress of not having to manage and account for a wide range of bills.
If you’re counting on mostly cooking and eating at home, you might want to budget about £200 per month on groceries, although this will of course vary depending on your tastes and eating habits. Eating out will cost a little more, with a fast-food meal usually costing about £10 and dinner in a typical restaurant usually coming to about £30. Chester is a vibrant city, however, and there will always be deals on offer, especially for students. It’s also a very compact city, so it’s quite feasible to minimise transport costs by walking or cycling.
Once your accommodation, bills, and food are paid for, the rest is largely a matter of choice. Bed Student Rentals offers fully managed letting in Chester with a portfolio of over 800 rooms for students and young professionals, so browse our properties today and see what we have for you.
