- Student accommodation
- En-suite
- Studio
- Bills included
- Furnished
- Available
About Calico, Liverpool
- Price from
- £165 / wk
- Range £165 – £233 / wk
- Room types
- 24 options
- En-suite, Studio
- Move-in from
- 21 Oct 2026
- Lease length
- 4–51 weeks
- Deposit from
- £150
- Bills
- Included
- Hot Water, Electricity, Content Insurance
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
Calico Liverpool, located at 52 Islington Liverpool L3 8LG, UK, stands out as a preferred student accommodation in Liverpool. Offering a variety of ensuites and studios, Calico Liverpool student accommodation caters to varied preferences and budgets. Students will find themselves in close proximity to educational institutions such as the University of Liverpool, Liverpool John Moores University, and the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, making it an ideal residence for those who wish for a short commute. Within reach of various cultural landmarks, shops, and entertainment options, students at Calico Accommodation Liverpool can immerse themselves in the rich tapestry that this city offers.
Liverpool, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant spirit, captivates visitors and locals alike with its dynamic energy and storied history. Located along the banks of the River Mersey in northwest England, Liverpool boasts a diverse tapestry of architecture, ranging from majestic Victorian buildings to sleek modern structures, reflecting its evolution through the centuries. As the birthplace of The Beatles, Liverpool holds a special place in the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide, with attractions like the iconic Cavern Club drawing pilgrims seeking to immerse themselves in the city's legendary music scene. Beyond its musical legacy, Liverpool's UNESCO-listed waterfront, dominated by the striking Liver Building and the Royal Liver Building, stands as a testament to its maritime heritage and economic prowess during the height of the British Empire. The city brims with cultural vitality, evidenced by its numerous galleries, museums, and theatres, including the renowned Tate Liverpool and the majestic Liverpool Empire Theatre. Additionally, Liverpool's passion for sports, particularly football, runs deep, with Anfield Stadium serving as a hallowed ground for devoted fans of Liverpool Football Club. Whether strolling along the historic Albert Dock, exploring the bustling streets of the city centre, or indulging in its eclectic culinary scene, Liverpool enchants visitors with its irresistible charm and boundless allure.
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Features
- At Calico Liverpool, students revel in the comfort and style that this Liverpool student accommodation offers. Providing a variety of room types, including Block A Lower Floor Silver Ensuite, Block A Mid Level Gold Ensuite, Block A Sky Lounge Level Silver Ensuite, Block B Bronze Ensuite, and many others, there is a perfect space for every student's needs and preferences. Calico Liverpool offers an array of amenities to enhance residents' living experience. Rent includes hot water, electricity, content insurance, and Wi-Fi, ensuring convenience and comfort. Residents have access to a range of common amenities including the sky lounge, games pods, lounge, gym, cycle store, laundry, and vending machine, promoting relaxation and recreation within the community. Engage with fellow residents through organised events and benefit from the support of an on-site residents' team for any assistance needed. Stay connected with Wi-Fi and broadband services throughout the premises. Safety and security are prioritised with CCTV surveillance and a dedicated security team, providing peace of mind for all residents. Calico student accommodation Liverpool strives to create a welcoming and secure environment while offering modern conveniences to cater to the diverse needs of its residents.
Nearby places
- Students at FSL - UK Calico Liverpool accommodation relish in a locale graced by a dynamic tapestry of eateries, leisure hubs, and educational institutions. Calico Liverpool stands not merely as a place to lay your head but as a gateway to experience the vibrant student life in the heart of Liverpool. The wealth of prestigious educational institutions such as the University of Liverpool, Liverpool John Moores University, and the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, to name a few, make FSL - UK Calico Liverpool student accommodation a truly enviable choice. Dining options flourish with the likes of Take The Cake for mouth-watering cakes, the scrumptious JRN KITCHEN to excite your taste buds with delicious cuisines, and the delectable Blue Dragon for a contemporary American fix. For an evening brew, The North Western - JD Wetherspoon provides an array of craft beers, while The Ship & Mitre, a venue that echoes the tunes of popular music bands, leaves music lovers in awe. Caffeine enthusiasts can start their days at Costa Express, a cosy coffee shop that serves up the daily grind.
- When it comes to daily necessities and shopping, Tesco Express, Aram Supermarket, and Lidl are just around the corner, ensuring students have everything they need within easy reach. Health and wellness are not forsaken, with University Hospital Aintree standing by for medical requirements. Meanwhile, the proximity of Sefton Park presents the perfect escape into nature's blissful tranquillity for a study break or a leisurely day out. Students can also visit the Liverpool Watersports Centre to spend an enthralling weekend with their friends. One can also consider visiting the Golf Fang Liverpool to play golf. As if this isn't enough, a potpourri of cultural hotspots like Merseyside Maritime Museum and the iconic Albert Dock ensure a fulfilling student life filled with learning and exploration just a short drive away from Calico Liverpool.
Commute
- With a wide range of public transport options at hand, you can explore Liverpool with ease. Lime Street Railway Station, Moorfields Railway Station, and various bus stops like Kempston Street, all located within a short distance away, offer a seamless connection to the rest of the city. Whether you need to reach the University of Liverpool or any other educational institution, the well-organised public transport network makes your commute hassle-free. Rest assured, staying at FSL - UK Calico Liverpool student accommodation places you at the heart of it all, making your daily travel convenient and quick.
Rooms & prices
Choose a room to enquire about it directly.
24 room options
3 photosBlock B Silver En Suite Floors 1-6
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · En-suite Shower · Large Window · Pinboard · Chair
Enquire for this room£165 / wk
3 photosBlock A Standard En Suite floor 1-6
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Wardrobe · Long Mirror in bedroom · Chair · Desk
Enquire for this room£165 / wk
3 photosBlock A Silver En Suite Floors 1-6
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · En-suite Shower · Large Window · Pinboard · Chair
Enquire for this room£172 / wk
3 photosBlock B Superior En Suite Floors 7-10
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · En-suite Shower · Large Window · Pinboard · Chair
Enquire for this room£175 / wk
3 photosBlock A Superior Floors 7-10
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Chair · Desk · En-suite Shower · En-suite Sink
Enquire for this room£184 / wk
3 photosBlock A Gold En Suite Floors 1-6
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Ensuite Shower · Large Window · Pinboard · Chair
Enquire for this room£184 / wk
3 photosBlock A Superior Floors 11-14
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Wardrobe · Large Window · Desk · Chair
Enquire for this room£187 / wk
Block A Superior Gold Floors 7-10
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Wardrobe · Large Window · Desk · Chair
Enquire for this room£192 / wk
3 photosBlock A Superior Gold Floors 11-14
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Wardrobe · Study desk and chair · Large Window · Long Mirror in bedroom
Enquire for this room£199 / wk
3 photosSilver Studio Floors 1-7
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Large Double Bed · En-suite Shower · Large Window · Chair · En-suite Sink
Enquire for this room£225 / wk
3 photosPlatinum Studio Floors 1-6
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 21 Oct 2026
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Large Double Bed · Wardrobe · Long Mirror in bedroom · Large Window · Chair
Enquire for this room£233 / wk
3 photosBlock B Bronze Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Plenty of Work Space
Ask about availability£165 / wk
3 photosBlock B Mid Level Silver Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 50 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Bed · Desk & Chair · Window · Mirror · Washbasin
Ask about availability£169 / wk
3 photosBlock B Upper Floor Silver Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Bed · Desk & Chair · Window · Mirror · Washbasin
Ask about availability£173 / wk
3 photosBlock A Lower Floor Silver Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 36 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Social Spaces · Double bed · Study desk and chair · Washroom · Wardrobe
Ask about availability£175 / wk
3 photosBlock B Sky Lounge Level Silver Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 50 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Double bed · Wardrobe · Study desk and chair
Ask about availability£175 / wk
3 photosBlock A Mid Level Silver Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 26 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Double bed · Study desk and chair · Wardrobe
Ask about availability£179 / wk
3 photosBlock A Superior Silver Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 26 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Double bed · Wardrobe · Study desk and chair
Ask about availability£183 / wk
3 photosBlock A Lower Floor Gold Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 6 bedrooms
- 30 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Double bed · Washroom · Study desk and chair · Desk Space
Ask about availability£185 / wk
3 photosBlock A Mid Level Gold Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 6 bedrooms
- 30 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Double bed · Wardrobe · Study desk and chair · Shower room
Ask about availability£186 / wk
3 photosBlock A Sky Lounge Level Silver En Suite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 6 bedrooms
- 26 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Chair · Desk · Ensuite Shower · Large Window
Ask about availability£189 / wk

Block A Sky Lounge Level Gold Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 4 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Double bed · Wardrobe
Ask about availability£197 / wk
3 photosBlock A Lower Floor Silver Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 38 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Wardrobe · En-suite shower room · Private Mini-kitchen
Ask about availability£217 / wk
3 photosBlock A Mid Level Silver Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 49 weeks
- Deposit £150
- Bills included
Double bed · Wardrobe
Ask about availability£219 / wk
Amenities
14 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Wi-Fi
- Bills included
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Study space
- Common room
- Cinema room
- Heating
Health & wellbeing
- Gym
Safety & security
- CCTV
Services
- Bike storage
- Community events
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- Sky Lounge
- Games Pods
- Lounge
- Cycle Store
- Vending Machine
- Wi-Fi & Broadband
- Cinema Room
- Study Areas
- Gym
- Laundry
- Residents' Events
- CCTV
- Security Team
- On-site Residents' Team
Ratings & reviews
4.5/ 5
Based on resident feedback
- Location
- 4.7 / 5
- Value for money
- 4.7 / 5
- Cleanliness
- 4.4 / 5
- Staff
- 4.7 / 5
- Amenities
- 4.6 / 5
- Internet
- 4.0 / 5
- Social life
- 4.5 / 5
Located close to the University of Liverpool and the city center, Calico offers modern accommodation with spacious rooms, new appliances, and ample study and social areas. The amenities are fantastic, including a well-equipped gym, cinema room, and entertainment facilities like table tennis and snooker. The staff is exceptionally friendly, enthusiastic, and responsive, always providing great assistance and accurate information. Students praise the safety measures, social events, and overall positive experience at Calico.
Who lives here
Share of recent residents.
Students from
- British
- 40%
- Indian
- 26%
- Omani
- 7%
- Egyptian
- 5%
- German
- 2%
Popular with students at
- University of Liverpool46%
- Liverpool John Moores University37%
- Liverpool Hope University10%
- University of Liverpool5%
- University of Chester2%
Location
52 Islington, Liverpool L3 8LG, UK
Nearby
- Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine0.3 mi
- University of Liverpool0.5 mi
- Liverpool John Moores University0.5 mi
- city center0.7 mi
- Liverpool International College0.7 mi
- SAE Institute0.7 mi
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52 Islington, Liverpool L3 8LG, UK, Liverpool, United Kingdom
Open in Google Maps(opens in a new tab)Bills & policies
Bills included in the rent
- Hot Water
- Electricity
- Content Insurance
- Wifi
- Heating
Payment
Booking Deposit
- A holding deposit payment of £150 is due upon completion of the application to secure the booking.
- The holding deposit is credited against the first rent instalment.
Pay In Instalment
- The first instalment is due on 1st August 2026.
- Subsequent instalments are due on the dates listed in the Tenancy Agreement.
- Monthly instalments may be requested if the tenant receives accommodation funding via a monthly bursary (contact Residents’ Team).
- Note: Full upfront payment is required if no guarantor is provided.
Mode Of Payment
- Bank transfer and online payment
Guarantor Requirement
- A guarantor is required unless the tenant pays the full rent upfront.
- A guarantor can be international or UK-based.
- The guarantor must be over 18 years old.
- The guarantor cannot live with the tenant unless they are the tenant's parent or guardian.
- The guarantor cannot live in another property managed by the management.
- The guarantor must provide:
- Photo ID, such as a valid passport.
- Proof of residence, such as a recent utility bill or bank statement dated within the previous three months.
- Failure to provide suitable documentation will result in the guarantor being declined.
Cancellation
Cooling Off Period
- 72-hour cooling-off period applies if booked online or by phone and accommodation has not been viewed in person.
- Reduced to 24 hours from 1st August 2026.
- Cancellation is allowed provided the tenant has not moved in.
- To cancel, email the Residents’ Team with the subject line: “Cooling Off Period Cancellation”.
- Refunds will be processed within 10 working days.
No Visa No Pay
- Cancellation allowed if the tenant is unable to obtain a visa to enter the UK.
- Supporting evidence (e.g. visa refusal) must be provided to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of receiving it.
- Holding Deposit will be refunded.
- If notification is received after the tenancy start date, the tenant remains responsible for rent payments up to the date evidence is provided and release is confirmed.
No Place No Pay
- Cancellation allowed if the tenant did not receive the required grades to attend the chosen university.
- Cancellation allowed if the tenant failed to achieve the grades needed to continue their studies.
- Supporting evidence (e.g. UCAS notification) must be provided to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of receiving it.
- Holding Deposit will be refunded.
- If notification is received after the tenancy start date, the tenant remains responsible for rent payments up to the date evidence is provided and release is confirmed.
Replacement Tenant Accepted
- Tenant may find a replacement tenant acceptable to the landlord if they wish to end the tenancy early and do not meet other criteria.
- The new tenant will sign a new agreement, which may be at a different rent to match the current market rate.
- The tenant’s rent account must be fully up to date before a replacement is accepted.
- Any rent owed up to the leaving date must be paid.
- The replacement tenant assumes responsibility for all future rent and obligations once they have signed and paid.
- Until the replacement tenant signs and pays, the original tenant remains responsible for rent until the original end date.
Delayed Arrivals & travel restrictions
- If you are unable to travel due to government-imposed travel restrictions, please contact the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will facilitate the request to review your circumstances and explore the possibility of cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are considered individually, and any outcome will depend on the property's review and applicable booking terms.
University Course Cancellation/Modification
- If your course has been cancelled by your university, please reach out to the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will liaise with the property team to review your request on a case-by-case basis for cancellation. The resolution will be subject to the property's assessment and the terms of your booking.
Deferring Studies
- If you have deferred your studies, please contact the team and share your updated university documentation. We will notify the property team to review your request for cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are assessed individually, and the final outcome will be subject to the property's review and booking terms.
House rules
Room allocation
- Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.
Check in guide
- Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.
- In case of any questions or queries, please feel free to contact the team, and our team will assist to ensure a smooth check-in process.
Renewal policy
- Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.
Early check in policy
- Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.
Smoking
- Smoking is not permitted inside the building. Smoking is allowed only outside in designated areas, where permitted by property rules and local regulations.
Guest policy
- Guests may stay with you where permitted by the property. Always notify the property 1 to 2 weeks in advance to complete the required formalities.
Minimum age
- You must be 18 years or older on your move-in date to stay at this property. Please ensure you meet the age requirement before booking. In case you do not meet the minimum age requirement, inform the team while enquiring with us, and we can suggest you accordingly.
Student eligibility
- This accommodation is exclusively available to students. Non-students are not eligible to stay at the property.
Questions about this residence
How much does Calico, Liverpool cost?
Rooms start from £165 / wk across en-suite and studio options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
What's included in the rent?
Bills are included in the rent: hot water, electricity, content insurance, wifi and heating.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 4–51 weeks. Options include 43 weeks, 44 weeks, 50 weeks and 36 weeks.
When can I move in?
The earliest move-in date listed is 21 Oct 2026. Dates can differ by room, so ask us to confirm the one you want.
Is there a deposit?
Yes. Deposits start from £150, depending on the room.
Where is Calico, Liverpool?
Calico, Liverpool is at 52 Islington, Liverpool L3 8LG, UK. It is 0.3 mi from Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine.





