Malthouse Court is an affordable student accommodation at Malthouse Court, Preston PR2, operated by Kexgill, offering recently refurbished four-bedroom split-level apartments just a five-minute walk from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). With no deposit, no agency fees, all-inclusive rent and a free Amazon or Nando's gift card on signing, view Malthouse Court on Acolyte Living to check availability. This guide covers the rooms, prices, location, amenities, the honest picture and who Malthouse Court suits.
Malthouse Court at a glance
| Item | Details |
| Address | Malthouse Court, Preston PR2 |
| Operator | Kexgill |
| Beds | 36 (in 4-bed split-level apartments) |
| Room types | Non-en-suite double rooms (shared bathrooms, 1 per floor) |
| Deposit | None |
| Agency fees | None |
| Walk to UCLan | About 5 minutes |
| Bills | All-inclusive |
| Welcome gift | £20 Amazon or Nando's gift card per person on signing |
The rooms and prices
Malthouse Court offers recently refurbished four-bedroom split-level apartments, each with two double bedrooms on each floor (four in total), two shared shower rooms (one per floor), a spacious lounge with sofas, a wall-mounted TV and a dining table, and a separate fitted kitchen. Rooms feature a soft bed, desk, chest of drawers and spacious wardrobe, and you can choose your own feature wallpaper to personalise your space. Rent is all-inclusive with no deposit and no agency fees, and fibre-optic broadband is included. Parking is available outside the building at an additional cost.
My tip: being able to design your own room with feature wallpaper is an unusual personal touch for budget student accommodation, and the no-deposit, no-fees model means you can move in without a large upfront cost.
Location and getting around
Malthouse Court sits just a five-minute walk from UCLan's campus and within easy reach of Preston city centre, with Ashton minimarket, sandwich bars and local pubs like the Guild and Ships and Giggles all nearby. Preston Railway Station is about a mile away (a 20-minute walk or a quick 5-minute bus ride), a major hub with frequent services to Manchester, Liverpool and London. Bus stops on nearby Priory Street, Carlton Street and Fylde Road provide local routes across the city. My tip: being five minutes from UCLan means you save on transport entirely, and the proximity to Preston station makes weekend trips to Manchester or Liverpool easy and affordable.
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The honest picture
Malthouse Court's strengths are its genuine affordability (no deposit, no fees, all-inclusive rent), its five-minute walk to UCLan, its recently refurbished interiors with personalised feature wallpaper, and Kexgill's long-established reputation in Preston student housing (operating since 1978). The honest counterpoints: rooms are non-en-suite, sharing a bathroom between two people per floor, which suits students who are comfortable with that but not those who specifically want a private bathroom; the building accommodates just 36 students in a two-storey setup, so it is small and intimate rather than a large community with extensive amenities; and the surrounding area is practical rather than buzzing with nightlife. For students who want value, proximity to UCLan and a no-fuss home, those trade-offs work well.
Who Malthouse Court suits
Strong fit: UCLan students who want a five-minute walk to campus; budget-conscious students who want no deposit, no fees and all-inclusive rent; groups of friends wanting to share a four-bedroom flat together; students who prefer a small, intimate building over a large hall.
Weaker fit: students who specifically want an en-suite bathroom; those who want extensive on-site amenities (gym, cinema, rooftop terrace); students at Preston College or Edge Hill who may find other properties closer.
Conclusion
Malthouse Court is honest, unpretentious, affordable student accommodation that does exactly what it promises: recently refurbished rooms within a five-minute walk of UCLan, all-inclusive rent with no deposit and no agency fees, and a small, friendly community of 36 students. It does not try to compete with premium PBSA on amenities, and it does not need to, its value proposition is genuine affordability, proximity and a personal touch (choose your own wallpaper). For UCLan students who want a practical, budget-friendly home near campus, it is one of the strongest options in Preston.
FAQs
Q: Where is Malthouse Court in Preston?
A: At Malthouse Court, Preston PR2, about a five-minute walk from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) campus and within easy reach of Preston city centre and railway station.
Q: How much is Malthouse Court Preston?
A: Rent is all-inclusive with no deposit and no agency fees. Prices vary by availability and the letting season. A free £20 Amazon or Nando's gift card is included on signing.
Q: What room types does Malthouse Court offer?
A: Non-en-suite double rooms in recently refurbished four-bedroom split-level apartments, with two shared shower rooms (one per floor), a spacious lounge with TV and a separate fitted kitchen.
Q: What is included at Malthouse Court?
A: All-inclusive rent covering all bills, fibre-optic broadband, contents insurance, no deposit, no agency fees, a welcome gift card, and the option to choose your own feature wallpaper.
Q: How far is Malthouse Court from UCLan?
A: About a five-minute walk, making it one of the closest student accommodations to the UCLan campus in Preston, eliminating any need for daily transport.
Q: Is Malthouse Court good for students?
A: Yes, especially for budget-conscious UCLan students wanting a five-minute walk to campus, no-deposit no-fees all-inclusive rent, and a small, friendly building. Rooms are non-en-suite, which suits students comfortable with shared bathrooms.
