Chester House
APPLICATIONS FOR 2025 ARE CLOSED
Moving to Christchurch for Study or Work?
Come join a fun, caring, Christian flat and be part of an active community living within Christchurch’s vibrant and regenerating inner city.
The localized, friendly and welcoming community makes for a great time. A wonderful introduction to the flatting experience. – Jesse
When I first moved to Christchurch, I knew no one, and had no family there. Thanks to Chester House and the OTBC community it soon felt like home. – Renee
Applications for 2026 opening in July
Supported Christian Student Accommodation
Are you a Christian school leaver or young adult aged 17-20 moving to Christchurch for study in 2026?
Then Chester House might be for you!
We know the transition out of home to a new town can be hard, which is why we offer a supported Christian living environment to make that first year of flatting a little bit easier.
Chester House is supported by a dedicated supervisor and young adult community from Oxford Terrace Baptist Church. Pastoral Oversight is provided by a minister from Oxford Terrace, ensuring a close connection to the church community.
Chester House is part of the wider Oxford Terrace Housing Community, a collection of homes on the church site, where neighbours connect and foster a sense of community together.
The House
Chester House is a brand new three-story apartment on Chester Street East, within walking distance of Christchurch’s central city. The central city location makes it the ideal location for Ara students, while the University of Canterbury campus is only a 20-minute bus or bike ride across town.
Chester House comes furnished and ready to move into. The modern heat-retaining design, along with double-glazed windows and heat pump, provides warmth through the cold winter months.
The Bedrooms
Each bedroom comes with basic furniture including a bed, storage and optional desk.
Room options include four standard rooms and one small room at reduced rent. Rent is paid one week in advance and is charged from 1st February until 30th November.
Power and internet is charged at $10/week. Other weekly expenses like shared food and household supplies are to be negotiated by flatmates.
A bond is required prior to move-in, which will be returned following completion of the final inspection.
Top: Standard room example, Bottom: Small room example
For more information contact Samantha Luskie (Tenancy Manager) samantha@brl.org.nz.