Welcome to Colony Living

Our mission is to help breathe a new lease of life into the shared accommodation market in Swansea, offering affordable modern rooms to ensure a better, more comfortable life when studying or working in this amazing city.

Our office is located in Caswell Mews, Caswell Street, Swansea.

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💡 S T U D E N T  S P O T L I G H T 💡

💥 With 5 houses already gone, we wanted to share what we have left to ensure you don’t miss out! 

📍Rhyddings park road 

🐜 5 bed 
🐜 1 bathroom, 1 en-suite 
🐜 Newly refurbished this year! 
🐜 From £530pcm - All bill included
🐜 Move in hamper included 
🐜 NO DEPOSIT (*when using a guarantor)

AD here - https://www.unihomes.co.uk/property/85723018/swansea/brynmill/4-bedroom-student-house/rhyddings-park-road

💥 Get in touch to view and BE QUICK! 

#swanseauni #swanseauniversity #swanseastudents #swanseaunilife #studentaccommodation


🌈 R O O M 🌼 O F 🪻T H E 🌸 W E E K 🌈 

📍 Finsbury terrace 
🐚 A stones throw away from Swansea bay
🎨 Ultra modern decor throughout 
🚿 Double bedroom with en-suite 
🚀 £650 pcm - all bills included 
🫶🏻 Super friendly housemates 

The best bit? 

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💥 50% OFF THE FIRST MONTHS RENT! 💥 

🐜 Get in touch to view this little gem! 

#swanseaproperty #décor #interiordesign #homestyle #hmo


🐚 S W A N S E A 🐚

☀️ O C T O B E R ☀️ 

…. This is literally across the road from Swansea university! 

🌊 Lucky students! 

#swanseauniversity #swanseauni #studentaccommodation #beach #beachstyle


Has it got a games though?! 
…. Cos this one does! 🎯🎱

This stunning and epically designed building on Walter road is a complete one off! 

⚡️ 10 self contained units
⚡️ All with their own kitchenette and en-suite 
⚡️ 2 EXTRA communal kitchens
⚡️ Beautiful lounge area 
⚡️ Seperate utility room
⚡️ Games room! 
⚡️ Extra toilets 
⚡️ Outdoor seating 
⚡️ 2 private parking spots 
⚡️ Chandeliers! 

🚀 Uplands area 
🚀 From £675pcm (bills included) 

SO! If you kinda want to live on your own but also have the option of company - This is the one! 

🐜 We have some viewing slots available for tomorrow and Monday so get in touch … it’s even better in real life! 🖤

#gamesroom #listedbuilding #swansea #renovation #decor


⚒️ STUDENT RENOVATION ⚒️

🔥 A total refurb for this one!

🚀 We will share some before and after shots soon but for now take a look at the quality and finish  of our latest student refurb! 

🚀 This house has actually already gone for the 2027-2028 academic year 🤯

⚒️But a similar renovation will be taking place at a 5 bed across the road ready for next year 🚀

#swanseauniversity #swanseauni #swanseastudents #renovation #refurb


🚀 And we are off! 🚀

🐜 Some key reasons here as to why Colony living should be your student accommodation provider! 

🏆 Award winning agency 
🙌🏻 NO DEPOSIT (*when using a guarantor) 
💰 No upfront fees 
🎁 EPIC move in hamper 
📱 App used for communication and maintenance 
💻 Paperless application process 

🐜 JOIN THE COLONY COMMUNITY 🐜

#swanseauni #swanseauniversity #swanseastudents #studentaccommodation #swanseaunilife


👩🏻‍🎓 STUDENTS 📚 2027-2028 👨🏻‍🎓

😳 I can’t believe we are saying this but ….
 
💥 VIEWINGS OPEN SOON!! 

Every year it seems to be getting earlier, which is awesome! 

🐜 So get in touch for early access viewings

DM us “Colony” and we will send out our options! 

🐜 JOIN THE COLONY COMMUNITY 🖤

#swanseauniversity #swanseastudents #swanseauni #studentaccommodation #students


⚡️1 BED APARTMENT ⚡️

📍Hanover street 

⚡️ £1,000pcm

⚡️Fully furnished 

⚡️ All bills included 

🐜 Get in touch to view … It’s a cracker 💥

#swansea #apartment #apartmentdecor #property #swanseahomes


💥 S T U D E N T S 💥

🚀 We hope you are ready for an awesome year in Swansea uni! 

🚀 We have the last few rooms to welcome you in and make sure your year is comfortable, affordable and fun! 

🚀 Get in touch to bag a room in the prime student locations - 

📍Marlborough road 
📍Brynmill terrace 

🐜 JOIN THE COLONY! 🐜

#swansea #swanseauniversity #swanseauni #studentaccommodation #property


💥 “Thank you so much for our move in hamper, it was way more than what we expected!” 

🚀 Amazing feedback from our students this year! 

💥 We can’t wait to make this bigger and better every year!

🚀 We will be reaching out to even more local businesses to get involved and help them reach the student market the second they step into the door to show them what Swansea is all about! 

🙌🏻 Thank you Smokin griddle, AU vodka and the Warehouse gym! 

💥STUDENTS - get in touch for early access viewings 🚀 

#hamper #swanseauni #swanseaunilife #swanseastudents #studentaccommodation


Frequently asked questions

What is shared accommodation?

Shared accommodation, or a HMO is where a number of individuals live within the same property but have their own personal, private bedroom, but have use of shared spaces within the accommodation which will include communal areas, bathrooms and kitchens.

​Colony Living is your go to professional and student letting agency in Swansea.

What's the benefit of sharing a house?

Furnished – Being able to move straight in to a property as a student or young professional without having to buy your own bed or bedroom furniture is an advantage that our tenants love.

​Bills included – with the cost of living crisis escalating it’s reassuring for our tenants to know each month exactly what their outgoings will be.

​Our properties are inclusive of all bills.

Who does co-living suit?

Co-living is ideal for students attending Swansea University or young professionals having recently graduated and taking the first step from leaving home with their parents.

About Swansea University

Swansea University accommodates over 20,000 student each year across its 3 campuses; Singleton Park Campus, Bay Campus and St David’s Park Campus.

​Those students that choose to live off-campus most frequently gravitate towards the most popular student accommodation areas that include Uplands, Brynmill, Sandfields, St Thomas and Port Tennant.

About Swansea

Swansea is a city and county on the south coast of Wales.

The National Waterfront Museum, in a renovated warehouse with a slate-and-glass extension, features coal-industry artefacts. Swansea Museum’s collection includes maritime paintings, plus boats in Swansea Marina.

The Dylan Thomas Centre commemorates the 20th-century writer with hands-on displays.

Swansea Market offers local produce, crafts and other goods.

Top 5 Areas for Student Housing in Swansea (2025 Guide)

Looking for student accommodation in Swansea? Whether you’re heading to Singleton Campus or the Bay Campus, choosing the right location makes all the difference. At Colony Living, we’ve helped hundreds of students find their perfect home. Here are the top 5 student-friendly areas in Swansea for 2025.

  1. Uplands – The Heart of Student Life
  2. Brynmill – Close to Uni, Closer to the Beach
  3. Sketty – Quiet but Connected
  4. City Centre – For the Urban Student
  5. Port Tennant/St. Thomas – Bay Campus Proximity

Still unsure where to live? Contact Colony Living today for expert advice and premium student rooms in all the best Swansea locations.

Browse our latest student rooms → https://www.colonyliving.co.uk/properties/