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Student Accommodation Christchurch
Whether you’re just beginning your university journey or pursuing postgraduate studies, Christchurch is a dream destination for adventurous students. It’s home to the University of Canterbury, one of the highest-ranking learning institutions in the country.
Having been largely rebuilt following an earthquake in 2011, the city centre features a mix of green spaces and urban areas. It has cutting-edge architecture alongside some of the oldest buildings in New Zealand, as well as bustling cafés and beautifully restored heritage trams.
A great playground for students, Christchurch offers plenty of things to see and do. It’s surrounded by untamed wilderness and wildlife, so you can easily discover the natural beauty of New Zealand while still enjoying the convenience of living and studying in a major city.
To experience the best of New Zealand while getting a great education, secure your student rental accommodation in Christchurch with UniLodge. If you’re moving to the city from overseas or another part of New Zealand, learn more about our student apartments and the city’s universities.
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Dovedale Halls: Sonoda
32 Dovedale Avenue 8041 Ilam, New Zealand
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2 Homestead Lane 8041 Ilam New Zealand
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7 Kirkwood Avenue 8041 Upper Riccarton, New Zealand
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32 Dovedale Avenue 8041 Ilam New Zealand
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9 Maidstone Road 8041 Ilam New Zealand
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7 Kirkwood Avenue 8041 Christchurch New Zealand
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3 Homestead Lane 8041 Ilam New Zealand
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5 Homestead Lane 8041 Christchurch New Zealand
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Founded in 1873, the University of Canterbury is the second-oldest university in New Zealand. Its main campus used to be in the city centre but was moved to a much larger site in the suburb of Ilam in 1974.
Now situated 5 kilometers from the CBD, the campus’s leafy grounds provide students with a beautiful space for learning. In addition to lecture halls, 3 libraries and sprawling faculty buildings, the university also houses cafés and bars where students can mingle between classes. With public transport options close by, getting from the university to other destinations throughout the city is easy.
UniLodge offers a choice of on-campus and close to campus accommodation to UOC students, with the following options available:
No matter which of these locations you choose, all UniLodge student housing in Christchurch offers an excellent standard of safety and social opportunities. Living on campus means you’ll be able to walk to class, and being surrounded by other students will make it easy for you to meet people and enjoy an active social life.
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Student Accommodation in Christchurch – Ōtautahi
Ōtautahi (Christchurch), the largest city in Te Waipounamu (the South Island), is a dynamic gateway to some of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most breathtaking landscapes. From snow-capped mountains and alpine villages to vineyards, wildlife reserves, and coastal adventures — it’s all within easy reach.
Thanks to its unique location, Christchurch is one of the few places in Australasia where you can go from a university lecture to the ski slopes in under two hours. Whether it’s weekend road trips to nearby destinations or exploring the city’s revitalised heart — full of street art, laneway cafés, and cultural experiences — there’s always something new to discover.
Now a thriving hub of learning, innovation, and opportunity, Christchurch has rebuilt with resilience and creativity following the 2011 earthquake. As Aotearoa’s second most populous city, it’s once again a sought-after destination for students from across the motu (country) and around the world.
At UniLodge Christchurch, we offer purpose-built student accommodation designed to help international and domestic tauira (students) feel right at home. With supportive communities, modern amenities, and a central location, you’ll have everything you need to succeed.
Book your student accommodation in Christchurch with UniLodge – live, learn, and explore in Ōtautahi.