The Cam Foundry is an aparthotel-operated hall at 315-349 Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 3DL, home to 270 students since opening in September 2018. Set at the center of Mill Road, one of Cambridge's most vibrant, independent-shop-lined streets, it offers a genuine choice of studios, en-suites, and shared houses, with all-inclusive bills and a strong social calendar of resident events. This guide covers the rooms, prices, location, amenities, the honest picture, and who The Cam Foundry suits.
The Cam Foundry, Cambridge
| Item | Details |
| Address | 315-349 Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 3DL |
| Operator | aparto |
| Room types | Studios, En-suites (Copper, Silver, Gold tiers), Shared Houses, accessible en-suite rooms |
| Distance to Anglia Ruskin University | About 1.1 miles (around a 15 to 20-minute walk) |
| Distance to University of Cambridge | Around 5 minutes to the nearest colleges |
| Bills | All-inclusive (Wi-Fi, electricity, water, gas), plus contents insurance up to £5,000 |
The rooms and prices
The Cam Foundry offers a wide range of ladders to suit different budgets: Copper rooms on the ground floor come with a small double bed and plenty of storage, sharing a stylish bathroom between two or three residents, while Silver and golden en-suite rooms step up in size and privacy, up to the largest en-suite rooms within shared apartments at the Gold tier. Studios offer full independence with a private kitchen and bathroom, and shared houses give you a private bedroom with a comfortable 4 ft double bed, wardrobe, and study desk within a house-style living arrangement, sharing a bathroom and open-plan kitchen. Accessible en-suite rooms are also available. Rent is all-inclusive, covering Wi-Fi, electricity, water, and gas, plus free contents insurance up to £5,000. Guide prices start from around £210 to £215 per week, so confirm current rates and room type at booking; a deposit of one week's rent is required, and a £99 advance rent payment secures a 2026/27 booking.
Location and getting around
The Cam Foundry sits at the center of Mill Road, a mile-long stretch famous for independent cafes, quirky shops, and international grocery stores, widely regarded as one of Cambridge's most vibrant areas to live. Anglia Ruskin University is about 1.1 miles away, while central Cambridge and several university colleges are within around 5 minutes for the closest ones. Coleridge Recreation Ground is just around the corner for green space, and Parker's Piece, along with plenty of Asian grocery stores, supermarkets, and restaurants, are all within walking distance. Cambridge Train Station is about a 15-minute walk. My tip: reviews consistently mention two resident house cats, Mark and Jack, as a genuinely popular fixture of life at The Cam Foundry, alongside praise for reception staff who take the time to learn residents' names.
Amenities
- Cinema room
- Private and dedicated study areas
- Gym
- Social lounges
- Landscaped courtyard
- Games area
- Laundry room
- Secure bike storage
- 24/7 CCTV and secure door entry
- Regular resident events (cultural celebrations, fitness classes, cooking sessions)
The honest picture
The Cam Foundry's strengths are a genuinely vibrant Mill Road location; a wide room ladder from budget-friendly copper rooms to full studios; a strong events calendar; and warm reviews for a reception team that knows residents by name. The honest counterpoint, drawn directly from a resident review: the building sits toward the end of Mill Road, which can mean around a 20-minute walk for Anglia Ruskin University students specifically, so it's worth timing your actual commute before booking if walking distance to ARU is a priority. One review also noted inconsistency in staff friendliness, though this was described as an exception rather than the norm. As always, confirm your specific room type and current price before booking.
Who The Cam Foundry Cambridge suit?
Strong fit: students who want to live on one of Cambridge's most characterful streets with easy access to independent cafes and shops; those who want a wide choice of room types from budget-friendly to fully independent studios; students who value a strong social events calendar and a well-reviewed reception team.
Weaker fit: Anglia Ruskin University students who want the shortest possible walk to campus, given the roughly 20-minute walk from the end of Mill Road; those who want to be within a couple of minutes of Cambridge Station.
For other options, browse student accommodation in Cambridge and read how much student accommodation costs in the UK.
FAQs
Where is The Cam Foundry in Cambridge?
The Cam Foundry is at 315-349 Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 3DL, in the heart of the Mill Road area.
What room types does The Cam Foundry offer?
Studios, copper, silver, and gold en-suite rooms, shared houses, and accessible en-suite rooms.
How much is The Cam Foundry in Cambridge?
Guide prices start from around £210 to £215 per week, with rent fully inclusive of Wi-Fi, electricity, water, gas, and contents insurance up to £5,000.
What amenities does The Cam Foundry have?
A cinema room, gym, social lounges, a landscaped courtyard, a games area, and regular resident events.
How far is The Cam Foundry from Anglia Ruskin University?
About 1.1 miles, roughly a 15 to 20-minute walk.
Is The Cam Foundry good for students?
Yes, it's a popular, well-reviewed hall known for its vibrant Mill Road location and friendly reception team, though it's a genuine walk from ARU specifically.
