As students relocate to new cities for higher education, finding safe, convenient and well-managed accommodation is becoming an important part of the college experience. Beyond affordability, factors such as location, security, connectivity and community are increasingly influencing housing choices.
According to Colliers, India has demand for around 12 million student–living beds, while organised co–living inventory stands at only about 300,000 beds and could reach nearly 1 million by 2030. With this supply gap, professionally managed student housing is emerging as an alternative to traditional hostels and PGs, offering greater convenience, essential amenities and community-led living.
If you are planning to move to a new city for college, here are five student housing brands worth considering:
1. Union Living
Founded in 2021, Union Living is a managed accommodation provider focused on modern, community-led living for students and young professionals. The brand operates 15 properties across Mumbai, Pune, Gurugram, Ahmedabad and Navi Mumbai, maintaining an average 95–98% occupancy.
Its fully furnished residences offer Wi-Fi, meals, housekeeping, security, maintenance and community spaces, providing a convenient alternative to traditional hostels and PGs. Designed around the evolving preferences of Gen Z, Union Living combines a design-led approach with community-focused living to create comfortable and engaging residential experiences. Its Build-to-Suit (BTS) model enables the brand to develop residences tailored to the needs of managed living, with a focus on safety, convenience and resident experience.
Website: https://www.unionliving.in/
2. Stanza Living
Founded in 2017, Stanza Living is a managed accommodation provider catering to students and young professionals across multiple Indian cities. Its residences combine furnished rooms with services such as meals, housekeeping, security, maintenance, Wi-Fi and resident support. The brand’s managed-living model offers students an organised alternative to conventional PGs, with essential services available within the residence.
Website: https://www.stanzaliving.com/
3. Your-Space
Founded in 2016, Your-Space specialises in purpose-built student accommodation across several education hubs in India. Its residences offer facilities including furnished rooms, meals, housekeeping, security, study-friendly spaces and community areas. With a focus on professionally managed student living, the brand aims to provide students with a convenient and structured environment while they pursue their education away from home.
Website: https://your-space.in/
4. Zolo
Founded in 2015, Zolo provides managed accommodation for students and young professionals across multiple Indian cities. Its properties offer furnished rooms along with services such as Wi-Fi, housekeeping, maintenance and meals, depending on the residence. Technology-enabled booking and resident services are designed to simplify the process of finding accommodation for students and first-time city movers.
Website: https://zolostays.com/
5. Colive
Founded in 2016, Colive offers managed living spaces for students, interns and young professionals. Its residences provide furnished accommodation along with amenities and services such as housekeeping, maintenance, shared facilities and community activities. Its flexible accommodation options and technology-enabled services are designed to make the transition to a new city more convenient for residents.
Website: https://www.colive.com/
What Should Students Look for in Student Housing?
Choosing accommodation is an important decision, particularly for students moving away from home for the first time. While affordability remains an important consideration, students and parents should also evaluate the overall living environment.