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Private Accommodation

 

Private Accommodation is the most common accommodation type for students living in Dublin. You can either rent a whole property or a single room. We recommend exercising caution and to inspect the property in-person before paying a deposit. We recommend using Spotahome.com, for your accommodation search as they verify their properties, providing peace of mind in your choice (Keep an eye for the Checked sign on their listings) . You can also email Spotahome directly and they will assist in your search.  Click here for more information on how to get a room with spotahome and avail of an exclusive discount for DBS students!

Where to search:  

The following is a list of online databases with houses or rooms to rent:

• https://www.spotahome.com

•  http://www.hostingpower.ie

• http://www.daft.ie

•  http://www.myhome.ie

•  http://collegecribs.ie

•  http://www.airbnb.ie

Note! Please read the guide available at this link about how to securely search online databases: http://www.daft.ie/safety-online

Short Term Options

Short term accommodation options are available, to allow yourself more time to find longer term accommodation once you arrive in Ireland. DBS recommends StayCity which is ideal short term self catering accommodation for groups of 3 or 4 people. These apartments have access to well equipped living and kitchen areas and all bills, contents insurance and WiFi are included in the rent. Staycity Aparthotels feature a kitchenette, online check in, 24 hour reception, gym facilities, Cafe and laundry room (with a small additional charge).

Hostels

• Barnacles Temple Bar http://barnacles.ie/

• Kinlay House http://www.kinlaydublin.ie/

• Abbey Court htttp://www.abbey-court.com

• Four Courts Hostel http://www.fourcourtshostel.com

Tip!

Sharing accommodation with others can be cheaper in the long run. Trying finding accommodation with friends, peers or colleagues to help reduce the cost.

Fraud Alert

Please be cautious when renting accommodation from private landlords, and do not hand over a deposit or rent without viewing the property in person. In particular, do not use Facebook or Whatsapp groups, instead use the sites recommended on this page.

Useful advice when sourcing your accommodation:

• Do not pay a deposit or rent before viewing the property

• View all accommodations with a friend

• Do not make any online payments

• Use a credit card for payments if possible

• Be sure that all banks/online companies are legitimate

• Do not make any payments to Non Irish Bank Accounts.

• Contact a member of our Student Services to help advise you if an accommodation source looks suspicious

• Having a contract protects both you and the landlord 

• Alert the local authorities of your suspicion - (Garda- 01 666 9063).