Mintworks is a brand-new student accommodation in Leicester, launching this September and located just a 2-minute walk from De Montfort University. With the city centre on your doorstep, it offers easy access to shops, cafés, and nightlife.
Featuring modern, fully furnished apartments with all-inclusive bills, Mintworks provides a comfortable, well-connected space designed for both study and social living.
Utilities such as gas, electricity, water, and internet are included within reasonable usage, with additional charges for excessive use; tenants are responsible for arranging their own TV license if required.
Yes. Especially for international students.
Yes! Thanks to the Leap Guarantor Waiver, you can book accommodation without a UK-based guarantor — ideal for international students or anyone preferring not to involve family or friends.
No extra fees — it’s included in your rent.
Enrolment is automatic when you select this option.
Instalment Guarantor options:
Complete your booking through the portal by uploading your ID and student documents, paying the deposit, and signing the agreement.
Accommodation can be booked online, through an agent, or with the onsite team, with further details available via the provided contact contact@alpha-way.com
All rooms include a bed, desk, wardrobe, and basic furniture
Rooms do not include:
Yes. Your property team will email you. Let them know to help us ensure your check-in is as smooth as possible.
No. You must present ID and collect your key in person.
Move-in requires a signed tenancy agreement, payment of the deposit and initial rent, and presentation of a valid ID.
You should:
Only if you have a summer short stay tenancy, or a summer storage contract to cover the gap between contracts. Speak to your team.
Within 7 days of registering at your university, submit it to your onsite team.
You will be emailed with guidance after check in on how to get your Council Tax exemption certificate from your relevant University. Please note that without submitting this you will be liable for Council Tax
For further information on Council Tax and what defines a full time student please follow the link
Speak to your team ASAP. If unpaid: A 3-stage debt recovery process begins Guarantors will be contacted and legal action may follow Universities offer financial aid — seek support early.
You’ll be informed in advance of any access needs for repairs or health & safety.