Find Verified Student Accommodation in Florence with Ease
Finding student accommodation in Florence can be challenging, especially for international students arriving from abroad.
At Star Florence Design School, we understand the stress of securing a safe, reliable home in a competitive housing market. That’s why we’ve partnered with HousingAnywhere, a global platform trusted by universities and institutions with verified accommodation they can book confidently and remotely.
Why This Matters in Florence
Florence is a world-renowned cultural hub and a dream destination for students, but finding accommodation here can be a real challenge. Demand is high, scams are not uncommon, and it’s difficult to secure a place from abroad without local contacts or the ability to view properties in person. That’s where this partnership steps in—offering peace of mind through verified listings, secure payments, and trusted support.
Why HousingAnywhere?
HousingAnywhere is the largest international student accommodation platform in Europe, offering thousands of listings from private landlords, student housing operators, host families, and even outgoing exchange students. This diverse network ensures students have access to a variety of options tailored to their needs and budget.
Most importantly, safety and transparency are at the core of their platform. HousingAnywhere uses a secure booking system where students pay their first month’s rent and booking fee directly to the platform. The payment is only released to the landlord 48 hours after move-in, ensuring students have the chance to confirm the property matches the listing. If not, they’re fully reimbursed.
Benefits for Our Students
By booking through our custom platform, Star Florence students unlock a range of exclusive advantages:
- 20% discount on the booking fee
- Priority access to listing as verified VIP users
- Faster responses and increased chances of being accepted by landlords
- Verified Badge to boost trust with property owners
- Live support through chat, phone, and email
- Visa support – booking confirmation acts as valid proof of accommodation for a Schengen visa application
Additionally, students who cannot view properties in person benefit from a safe and fully digital process with trusted advertisers, reducing the stress of international relocation.
The platform is easy to use and safe, featuring accommodations from verified private and professional landlords. It’s perfect for students who cannot view properties in person, as payments are released to the landlord 48 hours after the move-in date unless you tell us the place isn’t as promised.
How to Book and Claim Your Discount
Ready to find your new student accommodation in Florence?
As our student, you get a 20% discount on the booking fee. To complete your booking, pay the full amount upfront, and the discount will be refunded to your payment method within 5 days.
Please note: A customised booking link will be provided only to enrolled students of Star Florence Design School. This ensures access to exclusive benefits and priority status.
Booking Instructions for Enrolled Students
To get started:
- Request your personalized HousingAnywhere link by contacting us
- Register using that link with an email address not linked to any existing HousingAnywhere account. (Using a new email ensures your “Partner Tenant” badge is activated)
- Once your account is created, the Partner Badge will appear on your profile, giving you priority status, faster responses, and the booking fee discount.
