Viewings are your chance to picture your life next academic year. This isn’t just about a room – it’s about where you’ll sleep, study, cook, relax, and make memories.
At CODE, we know how important it is to ask the right questions before booking. So, here’s our 5 key things to consider.
1. Your Room – Does It Have Everything You Need?
First things first: can you actually live comfortably there with all the essential stuff you’ll need? Including:
– A comfortable bed
– A decent-sized TV
– Sofa or armchair
– Fridge
– Microwave
– Plenty of storage
At CODE, your room comes with all this – so you can move in with just your suitcase and a few bits of bedding and kitchenware. No stress. Just unpack and settle in.
Ask yourself during a viewing:
“Can I see myself living here every day?”
2. Location – is it close to uni?
Location is everything. Especially if you want to make sure you can get to class quickly.
Take the time to find out if it’s a short walk or bus ride from campus because nobody wants a stressful commute.
CODE is just 30 seconds from Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station, with buses to the University of Warwick running every 7 minutes. You can reach campus in around 17 minutes.
Studying at Coventry University? It’s only a 1-minute walk to campus.
Ask during your viewing:
“How long will it realistically take me to get to uni?”
3. Is it safe (even at night)?
When you’re heading home, is there that extra layer of security? Whether you’ve been studying late, or you’re returning from a night out.
At CODE, our building is access-controlled, meaning only residents can enter. Plus there is security on site 24hrs a day, every day of the year! And we have CCTV throughout.
When viewing, ask:
“How secure is the building? Is there someone I can contact 24/7?
4. Nearby shops and restaurants – can you grab what you need easily?
Late-night snack? Quick grocery run? Coffee before class?
Right downstairs at CODE you’ll find
– Pizza Hut
– Co-op
– Greggs
Just a 1-minute walk away is Priory Place, an area full of international restaurants – and every student’s favourite… Nandos!
Convenience matters more than you think. As does having warm food when it arrives by Uber Eats or Deliveroo!
Ask:
“Can I get food and essentials within a few minutes?”
5. Outdoor spaces- is there room to relax?
Student life isn’t just lectures and deadlines. And while you’ll want a great student lounge, sometimes there is no substitute for being outside.
Coventry city centre can be quite… well… concrete. So, find out on your tour if there is somewhere you can step out when you need a bit of blue sky.
CODE offers an enclosed outdoor terrace, on the first floor. Perfect for socialising, relaxing, or even sunbathing when the weather’s nice. You can smoke out there too!
Because where you live should feel like more than just a room.
Ask:
“Where can I grab a breath of fresh air? Or a vape/smoke (if that is your thing)?
Final Thought
Choosing student accommodation isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about feeling confident and comfortable.
So next time you’re on a viewing, don’t just look around. Ask questions. Picture your daily life.
And if you can’t be bothered to visit in person, can you see it from the comfort of your sofa?
At CODE you can! Thanks to our personalised on-line tours. And that’s because we’ve designed everything to make student life easier, safer, and more convenient.
Choose a place that truly feels right.
