Your guide to housing and living
Practical guides from HKU CEDARS Housing to support students before and after moving in. Explore housing options, understand renting in Hong Kong, and find useful information for settling into your new home.
Explore the housing guides
Whether you are exploring accommodation, preparing to rent or settling into your new home, choose a guide for practical information and support.
Guide 1
HKU Student Residences
Halls, colleges and postgraduate residences at HKU — where they are, what rooms and facilities to expect, how admission works, and what to do once you move in.
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Guide 2
Private Student Living
Student-focused housing near campus through the CEDARS referral scheme, how to compare residences, and what happens at each stage.
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Guide 3
Private Rental Guide
Renting on the open market: budgets and typical rents near HKU, viewing and signing safely, upfront costs, and how to spot a rental scam.
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I have an offer of residence
Work through the move-in checklist — it saves your progress — then read payments.
I am still applying
See the admission journey, and plan a backup: places are limited and not guaranteed.
I am looking off-campus
Compare student-focused housing, or use the private rental guide before you view, sign or pay.
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CEDARS supports HKU students well beyond accommodation.