7-bedroom terraced house · CF24 4EW
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SPACIOUS 7-BED STUDENT HOUSE | MAY STREET, CATHAYS The Umbrella Homes are pleased to offer this spacious seven-bedroom student house in the heart of Cathays — one of Cardiff’s most popular student areas.
Prime Student Location May Street places you right in the centre of student life.
You’re within walking distance of Cardiff University, the Student Union and Cardiff City Centre, with local shops, supermarkets, takeaways, cafés and bus routes all close by.
The House Arranged over three floors plus a basement, this property offers plenty of space for a group of seven students to live comfortably together while still having room to socialise.
Bedrooms The house provides seven double bedrooms, giving everyone a good-sized room with space to study, relax and store belongings.
Kitchen & Living Space A standout feature of the property is the large open-plan kitchen and living area.
This sociable space is perfect for cooking together, movie nights and spending time as a house.
Patio doors lead directly out to the rear outdoor area, bringing in natural light and making the space feel even more open.
Bathrooms & Facilities The property includes: A modern shower room on the ground floor A bathroom in the basement An additional separate WC on the first floor A practical layout for shared student living.
Outdoor Space To the rear is a private patio garden, ideal for relaxing outdoors during the warmer months. Viewings To arrange a viewing, please contact The Umbrella Homes.
Property Details Holding Deposit: £700.00 Security Deposit: £3,500.00 EPC Rating: E Council Tax Band: F (students exempt with valid certificate) A holding fee equivalent to one week’s rent secures the property and is deducted from the move-in balance, subject to successful referencing.
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