what do you need to know?

Our F.A.Q

Whether you are moving out of your parents for the first time or looking for a cost-effective solution to the housing market, choosing to move into a co-living home is a big step, and you need to have all the information before you decide if this is the right step for you to take.

co-living with purpose

Everything you need to know about Urban Blueprint

What is co-living?

Co-living is an increasingly popular way for professionals to live in a comfortable atmosphere surrounded by other like-minded people whilst benefitting from a cost-effective and modern way of renting.

The must see sights

Stevenage is a great location for professionals to start their careers and independent living. From walks in the park to a large high street and an array of restaurants, this district has everything you need to succeed.

What's included?

You won’t be walking into a blank space when you live in an Urban Blueprint home. We aim to provide you with stress-free living, meaning we have many perks included in our all-inclusive package. From shared kitchens that are totally kitted out to an outdoor space that is regularly maintained, check out what you will find in one of our properties.

All rooms include the all-inclusive plus package. This includes utility bills (electricity, gas, water), council tax, and super-fast fibre broadband with a mesh Wi-Fi system. It also includes a maintenance and upkeep weekly cleaner for the communal areas, a monthly gardener (March- October), and a TV licence for the communal area.

The rooms are fully furnished with furniture including a wardrobe, chest of drawers, and a bedside table. Included is a luxury ottoman storage bed (4ft or double) with an orthopaedic mattress. The workspace area includes ethernet points. The room will include either a 43” Samsung or LG 4K TV and a freesat 4K HD recorder box. The rooms also include dimmable spotlights, most rooms are larger than the average size and many rooms have an en-suite.

Some tips for Co-living

01.

Make your room your own

A fully furnished personal space including bed, wardrobe, and TV aerial point. Just bring your favourite duvet sets and soft furnishings to make your room unique. You will also either have an ensuite bathroom or a communal bathroom shared with 1 or 2 other people.

02.

Pack Light

Fully kitted out communal living spaces, including your kitchen. Don’t worry about finding cost-effective white goods or matching cutlery and utensils – Urban Blueprint has your communal facilities covered including a washing machine.

03.

know who to call

It’s our role at Urban Blueprint to ensure your home continues to be a safe place to live. That’s why we take maintenance and repairs very seriously. From alarm tests to faulty wires and unblocking your drainpipes, let us know if you have a problem in your home.

04.

embrace the area

You will want to make use of the cycle paths and parkland that Stevenage has to offer, and that’s why we make sure you have a safe and secure bike storage facility to keep your bike when you are not using it.

05.

need to work remotely?

As a professional, you will need a constant source of high-speed Wi-Fi to work. That’s why your rent includes fast Wi-Fi that you can access 24/7.

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caring for your home

Another way we aim to make your life stress free is to support you with the cleaning of your communal areas and garden. Every week our cleaners will visit to polish your home from top to bottom (apart from your personal space and ensuites), and we will ensure the garden is pruned and mowed regularly.

Respecting Your Surroundings

When you move into a co-living home, you will be living alongside supportive housemates who are there for similar reasons – to live in a stress-free environment whilst they grow their careers. To live successfully in a co-living home, we recommend having respect for your housemates and your home. Co-living is a remarkable way of being able to have your own space whilst being surrounded by like-minded professionals who are all working to improve their careers and lifestyles.