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Where to Live When Studying in HK? A Student Housing Location Guide

Where to Live When Studying in HK? A Student Housing Location Guide

After receiving your university offer, the next step is accommodation. Where should you live when studying in Hong Kong?

HK Island: Sai Ying Pun, Central–Sheung Wan, North Point, Quarry Bay

Ideal for HKU and CUHK (Medicine) students. Sai Ying Pun is within walking distance of HKU; North Point and Quarry Bay offer good value and superb transport.

Kowloon: Prince Edward, Sham Shui Po, Cheung Sha Wan

Great for CityU, PolyU and HKBU students. Prince Edward is an interchange station on two lines; Sham Shui Po and Cheung Sha Wan have lower living costs.

New Territories: Tai Wai, Hin Keng

Suited to CUHK, EdUHK and HSUHK students. Tai Wai offers mature amenities with CUHK just minutes away.

Which rental type suits you?

  • Whole flat: maximum privacy — share with classmates to split costs.
  • Co-living: private room plus shared spaces — easiest way to make friends.
  • Bed-space: the budget choice, with utilities included.

Cheuk Ngai offers student residences in all these districts, fully furnished with one-to-one concierge service. Contact us via the website or WhatsApp to arrange a viewing!

Related FAQ

來港讀書應該租邊度?
建議按院校位置選擇港鐵沿線地區,如西營盤、中上環、炮台山、北角、鰂魚湧、深水埗、大圍、顯徑等,通勤方便。
學生宿舍通常包些甚麼?
卓藝學生宿舍屬拎包入住,配齊傢私電器,包管理費及維修保養,並設 1 對 1 管家服務。
What do I need to prepare to rent a student residence in Hong Kong?
Usually just your passport/travel document, student visa or admission letter (if available), plus deposit and first rent. If you have not arrived yet, you can view photos/videos remotely via WhatsApp or our enquiry form; a dedicated concierge will follow up so you can sign and move in quickly after arrival.
Which districts does Cheuk Ngai student housing cover?
Our residences cover Sai Ying Pun, Central–Sheung Wan, Fortress Hill, North Point, Quarry Bay, Sham Shui Po, Cheung Sha Wan, Prince Edward, Tai Wai and Hin Keng — all near MTR stations with convenient access to HKU, CUHK, PolyU, CityU, HKBU and more.
What are the differences between whole-flat, co-living and bed-space rentals?
Whole-flat gives you an entire unit — great for families or groups. Co-living provides a private room with shared living areas, ideal for meeting fellow students. Bed-space is the most budget-friendly with basic furniture and utilities included. All options are furnished and move-in ready.
Can I sign a lease without an HKID card?
Yes. A passport with student visa or admission letter is sufficient. Our concierge can complete the lease and move-in formalities in Chinese or English.

More questions: FAQ page。

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