At a glance
On-campus & university-owned residences
| Residence | Who it's for | Room types | From | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plassey | Budget, cheapest | House, shared bathroom | 8-bed €5,489/year | ~30 Aug 2026 – 19 May 2027 |
| Kilmurry | Budget | House, shared bathroom | 8-bed €6,194/year | Full year |
| Dromroe | Central, all en-suite | Apartment, en-suite | 6-bed €7,263/year | Full year |
| Thomond / Cappavilla | North Campus, en-suite | Apartment, en-suite | 6-bed €7,326/year | Full year |
| Troy Village (off-campus) | Good-value middle option (~15 min) | Apartment, standard/en-suite | from €5,230/year | Full year |
| Quigley / Brennan Court / Drominbeg | Postgraduate only | Apartment | €7,709–€10,025/year | Full year |
- Rent includes all utilities, WiFi, TV licence and UL Sport gym/pool access — a key UL advantage.
- Deposit is €500 for every village; single-semester options exist.
- Allocation is by lottery, with applicants living more than 60 km from UL prioritised. 2026/27 fees are indicative, confirmed Summer 2026.
Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) nearby
| Block | Provider | To campus | Price | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Park & Woodhaven | Elm Park | Castletroy | ~€120–€180/week | Academic year |
| Brookfield Hall / Courtyard / Groody / Parkview | various | Castletroy | ~€120–€180/week | Academic year |
UL has no affiliation with private blocks; most are house-style lets roughly €120–€180/week (some already full for 2026/27). A large new ~1,400-bed scheme (Whitebox) is planned on Groody Road but won't open until ~2028.
Digs & rent-a-room near UL
UL lists digs via StudentPad — live with a local family (5- or 7-day), booking deposit ≈ one month's rent.
See our guides to student grants & costs and how to apply.
Private rentals & house shares
A typical Castletroy room is roughly €120–€185/week in a shared house. Popular estates: College Court, Millford Grange, Oaklawns, The Orchards, Briarfield, Elm Park, Brú Na Grúdan and Annacotty.
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How to get to UL
UL is in Castletroy, ~5 km east of Limerick city, with a major bus hub on campus (Limerick city buses + Bus Éireann). A Student Leap Card gives 50% off. Colbert Station connects Ennis, Nenagh and Limerick Junction (mainline to Dublin/Cork). Note: the €3/€12 Leap fare cap is Dublin-only.
Application timeline for 2026 entry
- 11 – 31 March 2026 — On-campus lottery window (apply as a new first-year with your CAO number; no fee).
- 2Early April 2026 — Results; unsuccessful applicants go to a waitlist.
- 321 Aug 2026 — Leaving Cert results.
- 426 Aug 2026 — CAO Round 1 results; offers issued — accept within 24 hours.
Tips & pitfalls
- The 60 km rule matters — locals rarely win the on-campus lottery; have a backup.
- Strict cancellation: cancel after the deadline and you forfeit the €500 deposit; cancel mid-year and you can be liable for the full year's rent.
- Plassey/Kilmurry (house-style, shared bathrooms) are cheapest; Dromroe/Thomond/Cappavilla are en-suite and dearer.
- Off-campus UL villages (Troy, Groody) are cheaper than on-campus en-suites and ~15 min walk — a good middle option.
- Dromroe is pedestrian-only (no resident parking).
Read our latest 2026 guide
UL has the best on-campus availability in Ireland — but the 60 km rule means locals need a backup. Here's how to plan.
How to Find Accommodation at UL (2026)Frequently asked questions
How do I get on-campus accommodation at UL?
Register for the on-campus lottery during the 1–31 March 2026 window using your CAO number (no fee). Allocation is by lottery, and applicants living more than 60 km from UL are prioritised, so locals should line up a backup.
How much is on-campus accommodation at the University of Limerick?
From €5,489/year for a Plassey 8-bed house room up to ~€10,025/year for postgraduate apartments — and crucially, UL rents include all utilities, WiFi, TV licence and gym access.
What is the UL 60 km rule?
UL's lottery prioritises students whose home is more than 60 km from the university, so students living locally are unlikely to win an on-campus room and should arrange private rental or digs from April.
Are bills included in UL accommodation?
Yes. Unlike most universities, UL on-campus rent includes all utilities, WiFi, the TV licence and UL Sport gym/pool access, which makes the headline price easier to compare against private rentals.
What's the cheapest accommodation at UL?
A Plassey 8-bed room at €5,489/year (bills included) is the cheapest on-campus option; off-campus UL villages like Troy (from €5,230) and digs via StudentPad are also good value.
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Last updated: June 2026 · Researched against official UL, SUSI, Revenue and RTB sources. Prices and dates change each cycle — always confirm on the college's own page before paying. Back to all university accommodation guides.