# Settling in

**Source**: https://www.welcome.manchester.ac.uk/get-ready/accommodation/
**Parent**: https://www.welcome.manchester.ac.uk/get-ready/

Whether you’re living in private accommodation, University halls or commuting from home this year, we've got you covered.

Our [accommodation site](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/experience/accommodation/ "Accommodation at Manchester") is the place to go to explore your options and the different types of University accommodation available. To check your eligibility, read our [Accommodation Guarantee](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/experience/accommodation/student-accommodation/guarantee/).

Once you’ve organised your living arrangements, check out our useful [moving in checklist](https://www.welcome.manchester.ac.uk/get-ready/accommodation/moving-in-list/). Here you'll also find more about the [ResLife team](https://www.residents.manchester.ac.uk/reslife/ "ResLife") in halls of residence and our [Living at Home society](https://manchesterstudentsunion.com/livingathome "Living at Home"), to help get you settled wherever you're living. We've also got some information about staying safe in your local area and how to be a valued member of your new community.

[## Apply for University accommodation

Complete our online application form for your halls accommodation.

Read more](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/experience/accommodation/apply)
[## University halls

Learn more about what to expect living in University halls.

Read more](https://www.welcome.manchester.ac.uk/get-ready/accommodation/university-halls/)

[## Private accommodation

Manchester Student Homes is run by the universities of Manchester to provide support for students wanting to rent in the private sector.

Read more](https://www.manchesterstudenthomes.com/Accommodation)
[## Living at home

If you decide to live at home while you study in Manchester, you’ll still have plenty of opportunities to get involved in student life.

Read more](https://www.welcome.manchester.ac.uk/get-ready/accommodation/living-at-home/)

[## Moving in checklist

Take a look through our helpful checklist for some things you may need to arrange before you arrive or once you're here.

Read more](https://www.welcome.manchester.ac.uk/get-ready/accommodation/moving-in-list/)
[## Being a good neighbour

Find out more about how you can protect yourself and the local community by being a good neighbour and adhering to local restrictions in place in Manchester.

Read more](https://www.welcome.manchester.ac.uk/get-ready/accommodation/good-neighbour/)