Coventry has rooms, shared houses and supported accommodation across the city. With a large student and working population, there is a steady supply of shared housing, including places for people on benefits.
What Coventry offers
You will find rooms and HMOs across Coventry, along with supported placements for different needs. Browse accommodation in Coventry to see what is available, and look at nearby areas if you can travel.
If you claim benefits
Search specifically for Universal Credit accepted and Housing Benefit accepted rooms. Check the rent against the Local Housing Allowance rate for the area before you enquire, so you know how much benefit will cover. Our guide on Local Housing Allowance explains the cap.
Supported accommodation in Coventry
There is supported and exempt accommodation in Coventry for a range of needs and support levels. Some is direct, and some needs a referral through your council or a support worker. Our guide on referral required accommodation explains the routes.
What to do next
- •Search Coventry rooms and filter for benefits if you claim them.
- •Check the rent against your Local Housing Allowance rate.
- •For supported housing, ask whether you need a referral.
- •Arrange to view, and never pay before you have seen a room.