Student Tribe – Your Complete Move-In Guide
Everything You Need to Know Before Moving into Student Tribe Accommodation
If you've booked your house with Student Tribe, you'll be moving into furnished student accommodation designed around shared living, good-quality bedrooms and communal spaces for you and your housemates.
Student Tribe currently advertises student homes across Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Exeter and Lincoln, with properties located in popular student areas close to universities and everyday amenities. Unlike traditional university halls or large purpose-built student blocks, Student Tribe's accommodation is primarily shared student houses and flats.
Bedrooms are furnished and properties typically include fitted kitchens, living spaces and laundry appliances. Depending on the property, groups can range from smaller flats to large shared houses with six, seven or eight bedrooms.
Whether you're moving into your first shared house after university halls or relocating with friends for another academic year, checking exactly what's provided before you pack can save money, space and a surprising number of duplicate frying pans.
This independent guide explains what you can typically expect when living with Student Tribe, including bedrooms, shared facilities, bills, move-in advice and the everyday essentials you and your housemates will want to bring with you.
Student Tribe at a Glance
🏠 Provider: Student Tribe
📍 Locations: Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Exeter and Lincoln
🏢 Accommodation: Primarily shared student houses and flats
🛏 Bedrooms: Furnished double bedrooms at many properties
🚿 Bathrooms: Shared or en-suite depending on the property
🍳 Kitchen: Fitted shared kitchens
💷 Utility bills: Bills-inclusive and bills-exclusive packages available
📶 Wi-Fi: Included with the bills-inclusive package
🛋 Living space: Furnished communal living areas
📺 TV: Smart television typically provided in the living room
🧺 Laundry: Washing machine and dryer included according to Student Tribe's current standard property inventory
🛠 Management: Dedicated property management team
🏠 Owner/operator: Student Tribe states that it both owns and manages its student properties
Student Tribe was created in 2014 with the aim of improving the quality of student houses and the service students receive while living in them.
Why Students Choose Student Tribe
One of Student Tribe's biggest attractions is that its accommodation is designed around living with a group of friends in a proper student house.
Rather than having a bedroom in a large purpose-built accommodation building, you and your housemates can share your own property with communal areas such as:
- Kitchen
- Living room
- Dining area where applicable
- Bathroom facilities
- Laundry facilities
while still having your own furnished bedroom.
Student Tribe says its typical bedrooms include:
- Double bed and mattress
- Desk and chair
- Chest of drawers
- Wardrobe
Properties vary, but many provide generous communal areas designed for groups of students to cook, eat and spend time together. Some larger Manchester houses, for example, accommodate seven or eight students and have substantial shared living spaces.
Another difference is that Student Tribe describes itself as an owner operator, meaning it owns and manages its student properties rather than inserting a separate management company between landlord and tenant.
Room Types at Student Tribe
Room and property configurations vary considerably between locations.
Shared Student Houses
A large part of the Student Tribe portfolio consists of houses designed for groups of students living together.
A typical furnished bedroom can include:
- Double bed and mattress
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Chest of drawers
- Wardrobe
- Additional bedroom furniture depending on the property
The rest of the house is shared with your housemates.
Student Flats
Student Tribe also operates flats and apartments in some locations.
These provide a similar shared-living arrangement but within a flat rather than a conventional house.
For example, its current Lincoln portfolio includes several four-, five- and six-bedroom flats alongside larger student houses.
En-Suite Rooms
Some Student Tribe properties have bedrooms with private en-suite bathrooms.
For example, 12 Yarborough Road in Lincoln currently has six en-suite double bedrooms alongside a large shared kitchen and lounge area.
Always check the specification of your exact property and bedroom before purchasing bedding, bathroom storage or other room accessories.
What's Usually Included?
Student Tribe properties are furnished for student living.
According to its current FAQ, you can typically expect:
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Fridge/freezer space
- Dining table where applicable
Bedroom
- Double bed and mattress
- Desk and chair
- Chest of drawers
- Wardrobe
Living Room
- Sofa space
- Smart television
- Coffee table
Individual properties can have additional equipment, so always check your specific listing.
The important thing to remember is that a fitted and furnished house doesn't mean all your everyday household items are provided.
Before buying anything, check whether you'll need:
- Bedding
- Pillows
- Towels
- Cookware
- Crockery
- Cutlery
- Kitchen utensils
- Food containers
- Cleaning equipment
- Laundry supplies
You should also confirm your bed size, although Student Tribe currently states that its standard bedrooms contain a double bed and mattress.
Community Spaces and Facilities
Student Tribe works differently from a large PBSA provider because your main community space is your own shared house.
Depending on the property, this can include:
- Living room
- Kitchen
- Dining space
- Garden or outdoor space
- Parking
- Shared bathrooms
- Laundry facilities
Many properties place particular emphasis on their communal areas.
For example, 9 Wembley Grove in Manchester is an eight-bedroom house with a particularly large social area and garden space, while other current properties advertise spacious kitchen/dining or living areas for housemates to use together.
The experience is therefore quite different from living in halls. Instead of meeting hundreds of residents throughout one building, most of your everyday home life revolves around the smaller group of people sharing your property.
Preparing for Move-In Day
Before travelling to your Student Tribe property, check the arrival information supplied with your tenancy.
Make sure you know:
- Your tenancy start date
- When and where you'll collect your keys
- Your exact property address
- What identification is required
- Your property contact details
- What's already included in the house
- Which bills package you've chosen
Before buying your student essentials, also check your:
Bed size — so you order the correct bedding and mattress protector.
Kitchen inventory — Student Tribe already provides several appliances, including a microwave, toaster, kettle and dishwasher in its standard inventory.
Storage space — particularly if several people will be sharing kitchen cupboards and fridge/freezer space.
Housemate plans — speak to each other before everyone buys the same communal equipment.
That final point is particularly important in shared student housing.
Living at Student Tribe
Moving into a shared student house can feel very different from living in university halls.
You have considerably more independence, but you and your housemates are also responsible for making the property work as a home.
During your first few days, work out:
- Who gets which kitchen cupboards
- How fridge and freezer space will be shared
- Where cleaning products will be kept
- Where bins and recycling go
- How shared items will be purchased
- How you'll organise cleaning
- Who to contact about maintenance
Student Tribe says it provides a dedicated management team to help with issues ranging from lost keys to broken appliances.
Its bills-inclusive package currently includes gas, water, electricity and Wi-Fi, while students can also choose a bills-exclusive option.
Parcel Deliveries and Maintenance
Living in a Student Tribe house is different from living in accommodation with a staffed reception desk.
You generally need to arrange courier deliveries directly to your house or flat, using your full property address and any delivery instructions required.
When ordering, make sure you use:
Your full name
Your complete Student Tribe property address
Any flat number where applicable
If you're ordering before you move in, don't assume someone will be at the property to accept the parcel. Arrange delivery for when you or one of your housemates will be available, or use a suitable alternative delivery option.
That's particularly relevant if you're ordering bedding, kitchen equipment or other student essentials for your new house.
For maintenance, Student Tribe provides a dedicated management team and states that tenancy documentation is also available through its tenant app.
Report faults promptly rather than attempting repairs yourself, particularly where electrical, plumbing or supplied appliances are concerned.
Sharing a Kitchen with Your Housemates
This is one of the biggest differences between moving into a shared student house and moving into a private studio.
Student Tribe already supplies several major kitchen and laundry appliances, including:
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Fridge/freezer space
So you don't need six kettles arriving on move-in day.
But you'll still need to organise the smaller everyday kitchen items used for cooking and eating.
Before everybody shops independently, create a group chat and divide things into two categories:
Everyone needs their own
- Plate
- Bowl
- Mug
- Glass
- Cutlery
- Food containers
- Tea towel
You can potentially share
- Saucepans
- Frying pans
- Chopping boards
- Cooking utensils
- Colander
- Baking trays
- Cleaning equipment
Decide what you're comfortable sharing before buying it.
It saves money, reduces clutter and avoids the classic student-house problem of having six frying pans but somehow no tin opener.
What Should You Buy Before You Move In?
Although your Student Tribe house comes furnished, you'll still need your own everyday essentials.
Bedroom Essentials
Consider:
- Comfortable bedding
- Mattress protector
- Pillows
- Bed linen
- Bedside lighting
- Clothes hangers
- Storage baskets
Check your exact bed size before ordering bedding.
Kitchen Essentials
Because you'll be sharing a fitted kitchen with your housemates, concentrate on the smaller items that aren't already provided.
Consider:
- Starter cookware
- Frying pan
- Plates and bowls
- Mugs and glasses
- Cutlery
- Kitchen utensils
- Chopping board
- Food containers
- Washing-up kit
Check the property inventory and speak to your housemates before purchasing communal equipment.
Bathroom Essentials
Whether you have a shared bathroom or your own en-suite, you'll still need everyday bathroom items such as:
- Towels
- Toiletries
- Shower organiser
- Bathroom storage
- Cleaning products
- Bath mat, if required
Study Essentials
- Desk organiser
- Laptop stand
- Headphones
- Charging cables
- Cable management
- Desk lighting
- Extension lead, where permitted
Helpful Student Guides
Continue planning your move with:
- UK University Packing Checklist
- University Move-In Checklist
- Bedroom Essentials Guide
- Kitchen Essentials Guide
- Bathroom Essentials Guide
- UK University Move-In Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Student Tribe have student accommodation?
Student Tribe currently advertises student accommodation across Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Exeter and Lincoln. Its live property directory includes homes across all five locations.
What type of accommodation does Student Tribe offer?
Student Tribe primarily offers furnished shared student houses and flats, with properties ranging from smaller flats to larger houses suitable for groups of six, seven or eight students.
Are bills included at Student Tribe?
Students can currently choose between bills-inclusive and bills-exclusive packages. The inclusive package includes Wi-Fi, water, gas and electricity.
What furniture is included in a Student Tribe bedroom?
Student Tribe's current standard inventory lists a double bed and mattress, desk and chair, chest of drawers and wardrobe. Individual properties may provide additional furniture.
What appliances are provided in the kitchen?
Student Tribe currently lists a microwave, toaster, kettle, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer amongst its standard kitchen equipment, together with fridge/freezer space.
Can I receive courier deliveries?
You can arrange deliveries to your student house, but unlike large halls with reception services, you should plan for someone to be available to receive parcels where necessary.
Use your full name and complete property address, and don't arrange deliveries before your tenancy starts unless you've confirmed they can be accepted.
Do Student Tribe properties have washing machines?
Yes. Student Tribe's current standard inventory includes both a washing machine and dryer.
Does Student Tribe manage its own properties?
Yes. Student Tribe describes itself as an owner operator and says that it both owns and manages its student properties.
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