University Happens Once is a premium student residence situated in central York, offering an ideal blend of convenience, comfort, and vibrant campus life. The property is within easy walking distance of local amenities, including Waitrose supermarket just six minutes away and Coppergate Shopping Centre within ten minutes, as well as Hull Road Park and a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, and shops. Public transport is readily accessible, with York Station reachable in 15 minutes, while University of York is a 12-minute walk, York St John University 20 minutes, and Campus East reachable in 17 minutes by bus.
The residence accommodates 643 students across three floors, providing a mix of ensuite and studio apartments in varying sizes. All rooms come fully furnished with high-quality furniture, designed to offer both comfort and a refined living experience. Studio units feature private kitchens and bathrooms, while ensuite rooms provide shared kitchen and lounge spaces for social interaction.
University Happens Once emphasizes a complete student experience, offering extensive amenities including complimentary breakfast, all-day tea and coffee, a gym with free personal training sessions, bicycle hire, and bi-weekly cleaning services. The residence also features a Career Hub and Start-Up incubation programs, along with social activities and seasonal events like Halloween and Christmas parties. Additional facilities include high-speed Wi-Fi, 24/7 CCTV and security, electronic key access, elevators, accessible design, communal study areas, coffee lounge, and private insurance coverage for residents.