Student Roost expands Scottish PBSA portfolio with sixth Glasgow property

Merchant Apartments will officially become part of the Student Roost brand on 9 August, expanding Student Roost's operating portfolio in Scotland. The property will provide 588 beds to prospective residents who will be receiving their A Level results in the same week (13 August).

Conveniently located opposite Student Roost's Merchant Studios property and within a 10-minute walking distance of both the University of Strathclyde and Glasgow Caledonian University, the property offers a choice of studio and en-suite accommodation, alongside a breadth of 24/7 amenities including social spaces, a gym and cinema room. 

The inclusion of Merchant Apartments in Student Roost's operating portfolio brings the brand’s total bed spaces in Scotland to 3,792, spanning 12 properties across Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Student Roost’s current Scottish portfolio comprises of two properties in Aberdeen, four in Edinburgh and six in Glasgow, reflecting continued investment across key university cities. 

John Stevenson, Regional Director, Operations at Student Roost, said: "As Glasgow's student accommodation market continues to grow, we've identified a clear need for high-quality accommodation that remains affordable. While we’ve seen new supply enter the market in recent years, much of this has focused on the more premium end. Merchant Apartments is an extension of our established student community within Glasgow, providing strong value without compromising on the living experience Student Roost is known for.” 

Student Roost provide accommodation where residents can thrive in both their studies and university experience. Student wellbeing and the overall living experience are built into the foundations of every property, from creating safe and welcoming communities to helping students build meaningful connections and enjoy remarkable experiences throughout their university journey. 

Student Roost recently became the UK’s first PBSA provider to partner with the Student Safety App, the world’s first crowdsourced student safety platform, developed by students, for students, to help better navigate safety concerns in their day-to-day lives.