tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4192777638664848046.post6407685370161737534..comments2023-05-26T08:38:25.066+01:00Comments on Kent's Travels: The best housing choices for an Oxford Said Business School MBAKenthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09478110344785452728noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4192777638664848046.post-46294963833728969302014-07-21T11:26:49.042+01:002014-07-21T11:26:49.042+01:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16369751758940021564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4192777638664848046.post-14007568529527730992013-08-05T11:06:02.658+01:002013-08-05T11:06:02.658+01:00Hi there,
The agent I used was Breckon & Brec...Hi there,<br /><br />The agent I used was Breckon & Breckon, on 13 Beaumont st. I did feel a bit nervous giving them several thousand GBP (for X months deposit) up front, but this is standard practice for many international students, and as long as you have met the representative that's fine. I would definitely make sure that the company you choose has an Oxford local office. Also you'll probably have to visit the places yourself (or someone else for you in person).<br /><br />I used several websites, including Globrix, which is now part of Zoopla. Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09478110344785452728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4192777638664848046.post-920018883106684492013-07-30T00:34:46.683+01:002013-07-30T00:34:46.683+01:00Hi Kent,
Could I just check which property agent...Hi Kent, <br /><br />Could I just check which property agents/website you used to secure your housing in Oxford? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4192777638664848046.post-27930749150940193052013-07-23T20:54:31.211+01:002013-07-23T20:54:31.211+01:00Hi there,
Obviously its easier to connect with co...Hi there,<br /><br />Obviously its easier to connect with college members (e.g. these are members in your college, which may or may not be MBAs) when you live in your college and are just down the hall, but of course you can meet up with them during events that the college organizes. I did not feel any disadvantages, though I do like to have my own place, which can get quiet at times, which some may not like. <br /><br />Staying in a college means you will never be bored (unless you lock yourself in the room) although it means you don't get to see those in the college as often. However if you keep yourself busy, by doing activities within your college (especially rowing) you'll connect with your college just fine. <br /><br />As for % I don't have an exact figure, but I'd say the majority did live in college accommodation. Note that college accommodation does not always mean student dorms (e.g. one room), as many can get apartment style accommodations within the college (though might be off campus). Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09478110344785452728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4192777638664848046.post-41346127752446320392013-06-27T03:15:01.430+01:002013-06-27T03:15:01.430+01:00Hi,
I'm an MBA candidate joining St Hugh's...Hi,<br />I'm an MBA candidate joining St Hugh's this year. Thank you very much for your post, it was really helpful.<br /><br />I'm thinking of living outside college but in that case I wonder how much I can connect with other college members. Did you feel any disadvantages about this point? Other than cost, what is the benefit of staying inside college?<br /><br />Also, how many percentage of MBA students live in college accommodation?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4192777638664848046.post-57532733738752824842013-03-08T15:53:12.869+00:002013-03-08T15:53:12.869+00:00When I was there, for a 1 bedroom it was £895 per ...When I was there, for a 1 bedroom it was £895 per month in Gloucester Green, with The Stream Edge probably about the same and Rowland Hill Court a bit lower. Oxford Castle was the highest at £995. <br /><br />That was back in 2010, so might be a bit more now. Do note that a two bedroom (assuming you can find someone to share with) is a much better deal- a similar 2 bedroom in Gloucester Green goes for £1,100, or £550 per person. Hope that helps! Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09478110344785452728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4192777638664848046.post-52286359730481664572013-03-05T22:08:04.339+00:002013-03-05T22:08:04.339+00:00This is a really helpful post. Could you elaborate...This is a really helpful post. Could you elaborate a bit on what the approximate rents are in the locations that you have recommended?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com