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30 Oct 2025

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Got a Spare Room in Limerick, Clare, Tipperary? TUS wants to hear from you

Earn up to €14,000 completely tax-free and help a TUS student find their place

Got a Spare Room in Limerick, Clare, Tipperary? TUS wants to hear from you

If you’ve got a spare room, apartment, or even a few weeks of availability in a B&B — Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) wants to hear from you.

With student accommodation urgently needed across its Midlands (Athlone) and Midwest (Limerick, Clare & Tipperary) campuses, TUS is appealing to local homeowners and landlords to consider renting space to students for the 2025/26 academic year.

And here’s the win-win: by offering a room in your home, you can earn up to €14,000 completely tax-free under the government’s Rent-a-Room Relief scheme — all while giving a student a safe and welcoming place to live during the college year.

Why Host a Student?

Students are looking for more than just four walls and a roof — they’re seeking a “home away from home.” As a host, you can provide just that. Whether it’s a self-contained unit, a room with access to kitchen and bathroom facilities, or even a seasonal let, every offer makes a difference.

What students want:

  • A private room with basic amenities
  • A warm, respectful living environment
  • Access to Wi-Fi and shared facilities
  • Reasonable rent and clear house rules
  • Accommodation close to a TUS campus or with good transport links

What’s in It for You?

  • Earn up to €14,000 tax-free
  • Get €160–€200 per student per week (approx. 36 weeks)
  • Choose between self-catering or partial board options
  • Enjoy friendly company in your home
  • Support a young person’s education and future

Whether you’re a homeowner with an empty nest, a landlord with available space, or someone with an out-of-season B&B — this is an opportunity to turn your space into something meaningful.

TUS Students’ Union will promote your accommodation directly to enrolled students, ensuring your offer reaches the right audience fast.

Ready to List Your Space?

Contact:

Midlands - Phone: 090 6468067 - Email: sumidlands@su.tus.ie

Midwest - Phone: 061 293135 - Email: sumidwest@su.tus.ie 

Revenue.ie – Rent a Room Relief

Help a student find their place — and make the most of yours.

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