Huge student housing development plans revealed for Glasgow

Unite Students Central Quay <i>(Image: Unite)</i>
Unite Students Central Quay (Image: Unite)
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Work on almost 1000 new student flats is underway on a prominent riverside site.

The 934-bed development at Central Quay in Glasgow is expected to be completed in time for the 2027/28 academic year.

Unite Students is behind the plan costing £124.5m for the blocks which will sit at Hydepark Street between the Kingston Bridge and the Squinty Bridge.


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Unite Students already has development in Glasgow and the new facility will bring the total number of rooms it has to 3,200 in the city. 

The plans show outdoor amenity space for recreational use by residents and people living in the local community.

(Image: Unite)

Inside the new 934-bed property, residents will have access to a café, yoga room, gym, a range of study facilities, and a garden terrace.  

Tom Brewerton, Unite Students’ group development director, said: “Central Quay will provide much-needed high-quality, affordable housing for students in Glasgow, helping to meet the rising demand.

“This, in turn, will free up homes for local families, easing shortages in the private sector.  


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“The site, north of the River Clyde, is located adjacent to one of Glasgow’s fastest growing neighbourhoods. The accommodation boasts great facilities, both social and study, making it a real hub for students. It’s a great addition to our portfolio in this important university city.” 

The construction contractor for the project is GRAHAM, continuing the two organisations longstanding partnership. 

 

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