Nova Residence, Lester

Nova Residence is a newly launched student accommodation in Leicester, offering 60 premium studio apartments. Located in the heart of Leicester city centre, the property is just a 7-minute walk from De Montfort University, with the University of Leicester around a 15-minute walk away. Nova Residence Leicester provides a fully equipped gym, dedicated study rooms, and a stylish resident lounge, giving students space to work out, study or unwind without leaving the building. Positioned at the start of New Walk, Nova Residence Leicester student accommodation forms a kind of vertical community tucked away in the centre of Leicester. Leicester Railway Station is a 9-minute walk away, while the Clock Tower and Highcross Shopping Centre are about a 15-minute walk away, keeping everyday shopping and city life within easy reach.

Room Types and Amenities at Nova Residence

Nova Residence offers self-contained studio apartments across three tiers, Studio Executive, Studio Superior and Studio Premium, each combining a private bathroom, sleeping and kitchen space into a single open-plan layout. Every studio comes with a large bed, a built-in wardrobe and a study desk and chair, giving residents a dedicated space to rest and work within their own room. The en-suite bathroom includes a rainfall shower, while a smart TV is fitted for downtime after lectures. The kitchen area is finished to a high standard, with a hob and oven, microwave, fridge with a freezer compartment, and a washer and dryer built in, allowing residents to cook and do laundry without leaving their apartment.

Nova Residence Leicester student accommodation also offers a full range of communal facilities. Residents have access to a fully equipped gym, dedicated study spaces and communal lounges for working out, studying or socialising outside their own room, along with lift access serving every floor. The building operates on an all-bills-included basis and includes a concierge service, secure fob entry and CCTV coverage across shared areas, giving residents added peace of mind. A digital parcel room and bike store are also available for everyday convenience.

What's Hot Around Nova Residence Leicester?

Nova Residence sits on New Walk, one of Leicester's most distinctive streets, a tree-lined Victorian promenade that doubles as a pleasant walking route through Leicester city centre. Just off New Walk, La Forêt Café on King Street is a popular choice for brunch, known for its fresh pastries and relaxed atmosphere, while Fluffy Fluffy on Granby Street draws a steady crowd for its Japanese-style soufflé pancakes and milkshakes. For something more low-key, O.W at The Grand offers a relaxed bar and dining setting inside a beautifully restored Victorian hotel just a short walk away. Fitness options are close by too, with PureGym on St Georges Way and The Gym Group at Highcross both offering round-the-clock access for students who prefer flexible workout hours. For everyday shopping, Lidl on Burton Street covers grocery essentials within easy walking distance of the building.

Transport Around Nova Residence

Nova Residence benefits from a genuinely central location, with two bus stops right on the doorstep. Welford Place (Stand EM) is just a 2-minute walk away, while Pocklingtons Walk (Stand EQ) is around 3 minutes on foot, giving residents easy access to bus routes across Leicester without needing a car. For rail travel, Leicester Railway Station is about a 9-minute walk away, connecting students to regular services across the Midlands and direct trains to London St Pancras. De Montfort University is just 7 minutes away on foot, making the daily commute to lectures short and straightforward.