Is there anything more exciting for a young adult than moving into their first proper apartment away from home?

While many freshers in the UK opt for communal living in halls of residence, typically found on university campuses, when it comes to their second and final years, they often venture out to find shared housing with their pals.

Cue house parties, heightened independence and that sweet, sweet smell of freedom.

What's not so sweet, however, is the smell of a student's house. Yikes.

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