Stanley Studios is a modern, studio-only student accommodation at 56 Brown Street, Dundee DD1 5EJ, less than a 10-minute walk from both the University of Dundee and Abertay University. It offers a range of self-contained studios from Classic through to Luxury Top Floor, with all-inclusive bills, an on-site gym, a cinema room, and a standout rooftop terrace. This guide covers the rooms, prices, location, amenities, the honest picture, and who Stanley Studios suits.
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Stanley Studios Dundee
| Item | Details |
| Address | 56 Brown Street, Dundee DD1 5EJ |
| Operator | Fresh Student Living |
| Room types | Studios only, from Classic Studio to Luxury Studio Top Floor (Deluxe, Premium, Superior, Mezzanine Premium, Luxury Dual Occupancy also available) |
| Walk to University of Dundee | About 10 minutes |
| Walk to Abertay University | About 10 minutes |
| Walk to Dundee Law School | About 9 minutes |
| Bills | All-inclusive (electricity, water, Wi-Fi, contents insurance) |
| Standout feature | Rooftop terrace |
The rooms and prices
Stanley Studios offers a genuinely widespread array of self-contained studios, from the Classic Studio up to the Luxury Studio Top Floor and a Luxury Dual Occupancy option for couples sharing, so there is a price point for most budgets within one building. Every studio combines a bedroom, kitchenette, and private en-suite shower room in one space, furnished with a double or three-quarter bed, wardrobe, study desk and chair, and a compact kitchenette with a breakfast bar and stool. Rent is all-inclusive, covering water, electricity, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance. Guide prices start from around £175 per week for a Classic Studio, rising to £225 per week and above for higher tiers, so confirm current rates at booking, as pricing varies by floor and installment plan.
Location and getting around
Stanley Studios sits on the doorstep of Dundee's city center, less than half a mile from the University of Dundee, Abertay University, and Dundee Law School, all reachable within about 10 minutes on foot. Tesco Express is a 6-minute walk, and Duke's Corner, a cafe by day and live music bar by night, is about 5 minutes away. The Overgate Shopping Centre is a 12-minute walk for all your shopping needs, and Dundee's city center proper is around 17 minutes on foot. Dundee Contemporary Arts is about 14 minutes away for film and exhibitions, and the historic Dundee Law hill and the V&A Dundee design museum are both within easy reach for a walk or a day out. Bus stops at Jedburgh Road and Brown Street are close by, and Dundee Train Station is under a mile away. My tip: Stanley Studios' rooftop terrace is a genuine standout for a studio-only building at this price point, worth asking about when you book a viewing.
Amenities
- On-site gym
- Cinema room
- Roof terrace
- Games room
- Private dining
- Study areas and study rooms
- On-site laundry facilities
- Cycle storage
- 24/7 CCTV and on-site team
The honest picture
Stanley Studios' strengths are its studio-only format for full independence; a genuinely strong amenity set for the price, including a gym, cinema room, and rooftop terrace; and a location under 10 minutes from both universities. Reviews consistently praise the front desk team and the cleanliness of both rooms and communal spaces. The honest counterpoint: at around a 17-minute walk, it is further from Dundee's city center proper than some other halls, so factor that into your daily routine if you want to be right in the middle of things. As always, confirm your specific studio tier and current price before booking, since pricing varies noticeably between Classic and Luxury tiers.
Who Stanley Studios Dundee suits:
Strong fit: students who want full independence in a self-contained studio rather than a shared flat; those who value a gym, cinema room, and rooftop terrace on site; and couples looking at the luxury dual occupancy option.
Weaker fit: students on a tight budget who want the cheapest possible room, since studios generally cost more than shared en-suites; those who want to be right in the city center without a 15 to 17 minute walk.
For other options, browse student accommodation in Dundee and read how much student accommodation costs in the UK.
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Where is Stanley Studios in Dundee?
Stanley Studios is at 56 Brown Street, Dundee DD1 5EJ, less than a 10-minute walk from both the University of Dundee and Abertay University.
What room types does Stanley Studios offer?
Studios only, ranging from Classic Studio and Deluxe Studio up to Premium, Superior, Mezzanine Premium, and Luxury Studio Top Floor, plus a Luxury Dual Occupancy option.
How much is Stanley Studios Dundee?
Guide prices start from around £175 per week for a Classic Studio, rising for higher tiers. Rent is fully inclusive of water, electricity, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance. Confirm current rates at booking.
What amenities does Stanley Studios have?
An on-site gym, cinema room, rooftop terrace, games room, private dining, study rooms, on-site laundry, and cycle storage.
How far is Stanley Studios from Dundee's universities?
It's about a 10-minute walk to both the University of Dundee and Abertay University and around 9 minutes to Dundee Law School.
Is Stanley Studios good for students?
Yes, it is a popular studio-only building known for its rooftop terrace, gym, and cinema room, suiting students who want full independence with strong on-site amenities.