Global Student Accommodation Market Size & Outlook

The global student accommodation market size was estimated at USD 11,832.9 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 15,942.6 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2025 to 2030.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$11,832.9
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$15,942.6
CAGR, 2025 - 2030
5.2%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global student accommodation market highlights

  • The global student accommodation market generated a revenue of USD 11,832.9 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 15,942.6 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2030) of 5.2% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, purpose-built student accommodation (pbsa) accounted for a revenue of USD 5,854.8 million in 2024.
  • Private Rental Accommodation is the most lucrative accommodation type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, North America was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, South Korea is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 11,832.9 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 15,942.6 million
Growth rate5.2% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030)
Largest segmentPurpose-built student accommodation (pbsa)
Fastest growing segmentPrivate Rental Accommodation
Historical data covered2018 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationPurpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), University-Managed Accommodation, Private Rental Accommodation, Others (Homestays, etc.)

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 42.1% of the global student accommodation market in 2024.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, South Korea is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 231.7 million by 2030.

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Student Accommodation Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Mapletree Investments View profile 1001-5000 Singapore, Central Region, Singapore, Asia http://www.mapletree.com.sg
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts View profile 1001-5000 Hudson, New York, United States, North America http://www.kkr.com
APG Asset Management View profile 1001-5000 Heerlen, Limburg, The Netherlands, Europe https://www.apg.nl
Greystar View profile 10001+ Charleston, South Carolina, United States, North America http://greystar.com
Harrison Street Real Estate Capital View profile 251-500 Chicago, Illinois, United States, North America http://www.harrisonst.com
The Student Hotel View profile 101-250 http://www.thestudenthotel.com/
Campus Living Villages View profile 501-1000 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Oceania https://www.campuslivingvillages.com/
GSA - Global Student Accommodation View profile - https://www.gsagroup.com
American Campus Communities View profile 1001-5000 Austin, Texas, United States, North America http://americancampus.com
The United Company View profile - Bristol, Virginia, United States, North America https://www.unitedco.net/

Global student accommodation market outlook

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Purpose-built student accommodation (pbsa) was the largest segment with a revenue share of 49.48% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global student accommodation market based on purpose-built student accommodation (pbsa), university-managed accommodation, private rental accommodation, others (homestays, etc.) covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Student Accommodation Accommodation Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA)
    • University-Managed Accommodation
    • Private Rental Accommodation
    • Others (Homestays, etc.)
  • Global Student Accommodation Education Grade Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Undergraduate Students
    • Postgraduate Students
    • Professional and Continuing Education Students

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