Room to rent Vere Street, Cardiff
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Arofan House in Cardiff’s Roath student village offers convenient, utility-inclusive student living just a 7-minute walk from Cardiff University. Amenities include a cinema room, study areas, courtyard, bike storage, and 24/7 security. Rent of this student accommodation Cardiff covers water, gas, electricity, heating, and Wi-Fi. With no visa, no pay policies, easy access to shops, eateries, and public transport, it provides safe, community-focused accommodation ideal for students seeking value, flexibility, and short commutes. Where is Arofan House accommodation located? Arofan House is located in the Roath locality, at Vere Street, exactly at Arofan House, Vere Street, Cardiff, CF24 3DS, United Kingdom. Students living at this address are just 0.3 miles away from Cardiff University, making it one of the most convenient accommodations for students. Not only that, but this accommodation in the UK is in Roath, which is also known as an unofficial student village. So, multiple students’ destinations are close by. Grocery stores like steps away from Yongjia Supermarket - Chinese supermarket (387 ft), Premier Shopright (424 ft), 4 Season Food Store (0.1 miles), and Continental Bazaar (0.1 miles) are steps away. The drug stores, including City Pharmacy (0.3 miles), Well Pharmacy (0.4 miles), and Health Plus Pharmacy (0.4 miles) are also steps away from Arofan House. More to that, this address puts students close to: City Centre, Cardiff, UK (2.3 miles/ 17 min walk) is uniquely famous for being the only major city centre in the world where an ancient Roman-medieval castle and a 74,500-seat stadium with a retractable roof sit directly opposite each other on the same street. Infinity Trampoline Park Cardiff (1.6 miles/ 8 min drive) is Cardiff's original, parkour-inspired freestyle indoor trampoline arena. It is highly popular for family days out, kids' parties, and fitness enthusiasts. Norwegian Church Arts Centre (2.2 miles/ 10 min drive) is a striking, historic landmark located on the waterfront of Cardiff Bay. Easily recognisable by its sharp white timber frame and black spire, it serves as a prominent cultural centre, art gallery, and café. Why is Arofan House a top-notch living option for students in Cardiff? Beyond international student-friendly policies like No Visa No Pay, Arofan House offers unbeatable proximity to Cardiff University & University of South Wales, Cardiff campus. Plus, this student accommodation has numerous amazing, valuable amenities, such as common room, study rooms, pool table, TV lounge, cinema room, conference room, courtyard, and whatnot. Plus, Arofan House also provides multiple facilities designed for students, including bike storage, post collection, 24-hour hotline, an elevator, laundry services, and accessible entrance/ramp, making sure that every student lives here comfortability. Above all, Cardiff is officially a Purple Flag city, which means students living in Arofan House can enjoy a safe, well-managed nightlife with confidence, knowing the city's evening economy meets high standards of safety and vibrancy. In short, Afron House is one of the best accommodations in Cardiff because: Walk to Uni, No Bus Drama: Cardiff Uni and South Wales are a 10- 20 minute stroll. Met students grab a direct bus right outside. Cinema, Games, Study Chill Spots: Private cinema, pool table, TV lounge, study rooms, and a courtyard for summer hangs. Bills Sorted, Rent Locked: Water, gas, electricity, Wi Fi all included. No surprise costs, no roommate payment fights. Safe, Secure, 24/7 Lock In: CCTV, keycard entry, on site team, and parcel collection. You sleep, they guard. City Road Eats, Queen Street Shops: Legendary multicultural food scene right outside. Retail therapy just a short walk away. Which universities and colleges are close to Arofan House Cardiff? Arofan House is just a 7 min walk away from Cardiff University, and close to other buildings of this university, such as Cardiff University and College Union (0.9 miles), Cardiff University Centre for Lifelong Learning (0.8 miles), Cardiff University Continuing & Professional Education (0.6 miles), Cardiff School of Engineering (0.4 miles), etc. This student accommodation UK places students steps away from Capel i Bawb (0.2 miles), Cardiff University Trevithick Library (0.3 miles), Science Library (0.3 miles), and so on. All in all, this student accommodation’s address ensures that students are well- connected with all academic places in the city. Thus, here is the list of other universities and colleges close to Arofan House Cardiff student accommodation: University/ Campus Approx. Distance Approx. Travel Time University of South Wales, Cardiff Campus 0.7 miles 17 min walk Cardiff University 0.3 miles 7 min walk University of Wales 1.2 miles 5 min drive/ 8 min cycling Cardiff School of Engineering 0.4 miles 9 min walk Cardiff University International Study Centre 0.6 miles 15 min walk Cardiff University Continuing & Professional Education 0. 6 miles 14 min walk What attractions and hangout spots are near the Arofan House residence? Arofan House is steps away from many student-friendly food joints, including Hadramowt (266 ft./ 1 min walk)- a Yemeni restaurant, Damas Sweets (322 ft/ 2 min walk)- a Middle Eastern restaurant, Spice Village Indian Restaurant and Takeaway (423 ft/ 2 min walk)- a Bangladeshi restaurant, Bombay Grill Indian Takeaway (472 ft/ 2 min walk)- an Indian takeaway, and list goes so on. A J's Coffee House (0.1 miles/ 2 min walk), & Aroma Cafe (0.3 miles) are some of the closest coffee shops to Arofan House residence. Not only eateries, but this student accommodation Cardiff is also minutes away from many leisure places, such as outdoor parks & recreation: Roath Park Lake (1.8 miles), Roath Recreation Ground (1.0 miles), Waterloo Gardens (1.0 miles); entertainment & community culture: The Gate (0.5 miles), Claude (0.8 miles), The Four Elms - JW Bassett Pub (0.4 miles), and list goes on and on and on. More to that, Arofan House is also close to many other top places in Cardiff, the City of Arcades, such as: Cardiff Castle (1.2 miles/ 10 min drive) is located right in the heart of the city centre. It features a unique combination of Roman walls, a medieval Norman Keep, and an opulent 19th-century Gothic Revival palace built by the wealthy Marquess of Bute. You can also tour the castle's wartime air raid shelter tunnels. National Museum Cardiff (0.9 miles/ 5 min drive) is a magnificent civic building that offers free entry and houses world-class collections of archaeology, botany, and geology. It is highly famous for holding one of Europe's finest collections of Impressionist art. Wales Millennium Centre (2.1 miles/ 9 min drive) is an architectural masterpiece clad in Welsh slate and copper. Its front exterior proudly features a massive, illuminated poetic inscription in both Welsh and English. It serves as the national arts hub for theatre, opera, and ballet. Bute Park (1.2 miles/ 8 min drive) is a massive 130-acre green corridor that sits directly behind Cardiff Castle along the River Taff. It features gorgeous Victorian gardens, an extensive arboretum, and serves as a quiet escape from the urban center. St. Fagans National Museum of History (9.9 miles/ 23 min drive) is located slightly west of the city centre. This incredible open-air museum is consistently voted one of the top attractions in Wales. Over 40 authentic historic buildings from different eras across Wales (including castles, farmhouses, schools, and workmen's institutes) have been meticulously dismantled and rebuilt here. What public transport options are available near Arofan House student accommodation? Cardiff is one of the most compact cities in the UK, which offers students amazing citywide connectivity. Students living in Arofan House are also well connected with nearby bus stops, like West Grove (0.3 miles/ 7 min walk) & Manning Rd Before Drogheda Wy (0.6 miles): city access sorted. And for international travel, Cardiff Airport is just a 30 min drive away from this student accommodation in Roath, Cardiff. The average cost of public travel in Cardiff, UK, is around £17- £22 per week, which can be cut down by using a cycle/ bike for the daily commute. This city is becoming very cycling-friendly, as Cardiff Council has heavily invested in the Roath Park Cycleway Scheme. This includes a newly completed, segregated bi-directional cycle track through Roath Rec that directly connects to the Wellfield Road pop-up cycle lanes. However, here is the list of public transport options available near Arofan House student accommodation: Location Type Name Approx. Distance Approx. Travel Time Bus stop West Grove 0.3 miles 7 min walk Bus Stop Manning Rd Before Drogheda Wy 0.6 miles 12 min walk Trasport Hub Queen Street Station 0.6 miles 14 min walk Travel Terminal Cardiff Queen Street 0.6 miles 14 min walk Transport Hub Infirmary 0.2 miles 2 min walk International Airport Cardiff Airport 14.2 miles 30 min drive What does the rent at Arofan House cover? Arofan House offers utility-inclusive rent, which covers bills of water, heating, gas, electricity, as well as Wi-Fi. All of this unloads the bill calculation burden from students’ shoulders, giving them calm vibes only. More to that, this all-inclusive rent of Arofan House Cardiff also sets students free from £56- £60/ per week on utilities bills and arguments over it with your roommates. Above all, it reduces the cost of living in Cardiff for students too, which goes around £305 – £446/ month. Utilities Included: Water, Gas, Electricity, W-Fi, Heating Amenities: Common room, Study rooms, Pool table, TV lounge, Cinema room, Conference room, Courtyard Facilities: Bike storage, Post collection, 24-hour hotline, Elevator, Laundry services, Accessible entrance/ramp Safety & Security Features: 24-hour security, CCTV, Keycard access, 24-hour reception, Gated community Why is Arofan House accommodation the right fit for me? Arofan House could be a great fit for you if you're looking for modern, centrally located student accommodation in Cardiff with a strong sense of community. It's particularly well suited for students who value a supportive atmosphere, good transport links to local universities, and a variety of room options. Why Arofan House is the right fit for you If you are a student who wants to feel safe and supported: The staff genuinely care about residents. You're not just a room number. They’ll know your name and help when things go wrong. If you are a person who hates long commutes: It's a 10-minute walk to Cardiff University and USW. You can roll out of bed, grab coffee, and still make it to a 9am lecture. If you are someone who needs flexibility: Six different room types mean you can choose: a quiet studio for total privacy, or a large shared apartment with friends. You're not forced into one living style. If you are a social person who also needs alone time: Hang out in the common areas, play pool, or use the BBQ courtyard when you're feeling social, then retreat to your own lockable room when you're not. If you are a practical person who values convenience: 24/7 reception, on-site laundry, free high-speed WiFi, and no hidden drama. Everything just works. If you are okay with city-centre trade-offs: You'll hear some street noise. There's no parking. But you're steps from Queen Street's shops, food, and nightlife. The convenience beats the small annoyances. If you are looking for good value, not luxury: It's not the fanciest, and it's not the cheapest. It's smart, solid, and fair, exactly what a sensible student should want.
General features
- Publish date
- 11 June 2026
- Status
- Available
- Rental price
- £189 pw £819 pcm
- Available from
- Immediately
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- Type of house
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- Student-friendly
What's nearby
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Coleg Glan Hafren College3 min. | 185 m
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Cavc Cardiff and Vale College International College3 min. | 216 m
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Eastward House School School4 min. | 278 m
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AL-Nour Academy College5 min. | 347 m
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The Green Giraffe Nursery Kindergarten5 min. | 410 m
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Tredegarville C.I.W. Primary School School6 min. | 457 m
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St Peter's R.C. Primary School School6 min. | 463 m
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Kings Monkton School School6 min. | 469 m
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Cardiff Sixth Form College College6 min. | 485 m
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McKenzie House University7 min. | 500 m
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Cardiff University McKenzie House College7 min. | 506 m
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South Wales Baptist College College8 min. | 597 m
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Meithrinfa Y Pelican Kindergarten8 min. | 618 m
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Cardiff School of Computer Science & Informatics College8 min. | 647 m
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School of Physics and Astronomy, Cardiff University College8 min. | 650 m
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Maker at Cardiff School of Art & Design College8 min. | 658 m
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Cardiff University, Queen's Buildings University9 min. | 690 m
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Adamsdown Primary School School12 min. | 939 m
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Cardiff Medical School College12 min. | 940 m
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St Peter's Street Bus stop2 min. | 163 m
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The Parade Bus stop3 min. | 201 m
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Talworth Street Bus stop4 min. | 273 m
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Cardiff Royal Infirmary 2 Bus stop5 min. | 359 m
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Newport Road o/s Stephensons Court Bus stop5 min. | 359 m
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Cardiff Royal Infirmary 1 Bus stop5 min. | 370 m
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Infirmary Bus stop5 min. | 379 m
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Cardiff Royal Infirmary 4 Bus stop5 min. | 401 m
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Cardiff Royal Infirmary 5 Bus stop5 min. | 415 m
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Longcross Street Bus stop7 min. | 505 m
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Richmond Crescent Bus stop7 min. | 512 m
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West Grove 3 Bus stop7 min. | 533 m
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West Grove Bus stop7 min. | 547 m
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Piercefield Place Bus stop7 min. | 552 m
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West Grove 2 Bus stop7 min. | 556 m
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West Grove 4 Bus stop7 min. | 562 m
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West Grove 5 Bus stop7 min. | 574 m
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Elm Street Bus stop8 min. | 637 m
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Four Elms Road opp Clifton House Bus stop8 min. | 646 m
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