Important Information

It has come to our attention that some individuals and businesses book rooms in high-demand properties or cities with the intention of reselling them at inflated prices. Others may pay people to secure bookings, which are later resold. While Student Room Finder takes extensive measures to prevent such fraudulent activities — including requiring ID and university proof — it is not possible to eliminate this entirely.

Fraudsters often present seemingly legitimate reasons for reselling rooms but charge exorbitant additional fees to genuine students seeking accommodation.

Key Points to Protect Yourself:

Avoid Booking from Private Individuals:

Do not book rooms from private individuals claiming to offer "special deals" or "exclusive access" to rooms. All enquiries, bookings, and tenancy takeovers are managed directly by Student Room Finder.

Legitimacy of Re-Let Rooms:

If an individual no longer requires their room, it is highly unlikely that we will re-let it to someone introduced to us by that person.

Verify Before Payment:

If you are unsure about the legitimacy of a room offer or promotional deal, do not make any payments. Instead, contact us via our Contact Form to verify the offer.

No Hidden Fees:

Student Room Finder will never sell rooms with additional fees such as:

• Application fees
• Service fees
• Admin fees
• Takeover fees
• Handling fees

Any claim that such fees are required is fraudulent. Report such activity to us immediately using our Contact Form, and do not make any payments.

Tenancy Obligations:

If you have entered into a legally binding contract, you remain responsible for paying rent for the entire duration of your tenancy. This obligation continues unless an acceptable replacement tenant is found and the room can be re-let.

Remain vigilant, and always verify offers directly through Student Room Finder to ensure your safety and avoid being scammed.