Assess that it is located near the university, center or business school where the studies will be carried out, or that it is well connected by public transport.
Look for the best value for money and decide on a single or double room (cheaper) taking into account the size of the room and the bed, if it has a study table, cabinets and shelves for clothes and books. It is also important to assess if it is silent, has natural light, a window to the outside, heating, air conditioning, etc.
It is important that the residence have common areas for study and teamwork, but also for leisure, which allow residents to get to know each other, share experiences and carry out joint activities.
Certain residences encourage positive dynamics to be generated among their residents and organize everything from cultural outings around the city to excursions, including talks and conferences, leisure activities or sports competitions.
Among the services most valued by students we find: having their own kitchen (especially in those cases in which the resident must follow a certain diet), gym, swimming pool, solarium, library, laundry service, quality internet, television, lounge of games, etc. As an example, the Livensa Living residences (20 in the main cities of the Peninsula) have a program of activities and events based on the physical and mental well-being of the residents, the social life between them and their environment, and sustainability .
The last thing a student wants is to be deprived of freedom of movement. Therefore, it is advisable to look for a residence that has a 24-hour reception, always respecting the rest of all residents. It is also important that the complementary services have extensive hours, as well as the different shared spaces of the residence. The more flexibility, the more comfortable the student will be.
It must be valued taking into account the services offered by the residence. It is also necessary to take into account the complementary services and spaces, as well as the quality, situation and age of the property.
