Research conducted by CPS Homes in October 2021 found that, of the 25 purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) blocks surveyed, 60% don’t require students to pay a security deposit, whilst the remaining 40% ask for an average of just £140 per student. A student’s cash flow is vital, so this cheap …
99% of the lets we’ve agreed in the last 18 months have been done via video. In-person viewings are now allowed, but with tenant demand at an unprecedented level, everything is going within a few hours of us listing properties with professional videos and photography. In just a couple of months, …
In order to avoid any hefty fines (and to make sure you do your bit to look after the environment as well!) it's important to get to grips with waste management and recycling in your area. FAQ When does my waste get collected? At the time of writing, collections in Cathays are …
Taking care of our planet is a social responsibility that we all share. With every little step we take towards being kinder to the environment in our everyday lives, we make the world a better place and edge towards a brighter future. As students, you’re sure to find yourself …
We've had a few tenants ask if we are the owner/landlord of their property in recent weeks, so we thought we'd put together the answers to a few FAQs to explain our role as a managing agent and what that means for you. Are CPS Homes my landlord? A lot of tenants …
We've put together a list of the hottest new places to head to for all sorts of entertainment in the city. From the fast food restaurant that's got Cardiff residents queuing around the block, to assault courses that will guarantee the kids are kept busy for the rest of the …
Rhys Owen, Senior Property Advisor, talks us through the timeline when searching for student accommodation... It’s a question that many a student will ponder - when should I start my search for student accommodation? If you choose to kick-start your search too soon you may find that the total number of available …
As we enter the summer, it's time to start preparing for the big move into your student accommodation. There will be a lot to think about – what to bring, what to leave at home and how to pack it. With some planning and resourcefulness, you can take steps to …
Students typically opt for a house share after their first year in halls as it's ‘the done thing' and everybody else is doing it. But there are many wonderful benefits to sharing a house, some of which will be invaluable for your personal growth and elevating your University experience to …
Actively showing support to our vibrant, local community is hugely important to us at CPS Homes and we pride ourselves on our close community links. Our unrivalled knowledge of the local area isn't limited to house prices and property market trends, but includes the best places to eat, drink and …
