Savills has successfully advised on the sale of the flagship private student residence, Basecamp, in Wrocław on behalf of institutional investors. The property has now joined the portfolio of investor XIOR. According to Savills’ latest report, “PBSA Market in Poland 2025”, the supply of private student accommodation units in Poland is expected to increase by at least 9,000 units by 2028.
Basecamp Wrocław, located on Sienkiewicza Street, offers 775 modern residential units, including both en-suite rooms and comfortable studio apartments with en-suite bathrooms and kitchenettes, spread across three buildings. It is the largest modern private dormitory in Poland in terms of floor area. Its location near the centre of Wrocław provides excellent access to major universities and city attractions. The dormitory also features a wide range of amenities, including an externally managed gym, cinema, shared kitchens, study and recreation rooms, a grocery store, an Italian restaurant, and a parcel collection point.
Previously home to the well-known “Mamut” bakery, the building underwent a major expansion, careful revitalisation, and comprehensive modernisation, and was opened in 2022.
Jacek Kałużny, Head of Operational Capital Markets at Savills Poland, commented: “Wrocław, as the third-largest university city in Poland, offers strong potential. The dormitory on Sienkiewicza Street, located within just two kilometres of campuses hosting over 50,000 students, is an excellent investment. We’re pleased to have successfully advised on the sale of this property to XIOR, one of the most active players in the Polish PBSA market.”
Marcus Roberts, Head of Savills European Operational Capital Markets, added: “Poland, thanks to its strategic location, dynamic economic growth, and favourable investment climate, is an attractive destination for investors. Although the Polish PBSA market is still relatively young, it has enormous growth potential, attracting both domestic and international capital.”
GROWING DEMAND FOR STUDENT HOUSING
Despite being a niche segment, the Polish private student housing market is gaining increasing interest from investors, including those already active in the PRS (Private Rented Sector). These investors recognise the strong academic potential of the capital and key regional cities, solid market fundamentals, and the prospect of rent growth and more attractive yields compared to Western European markets. Savills’ latest report, “PBSA Market in Poland 2025”, highlights the dynamic growth of this segment, which may offer an interesting alternative to traditional asset classes. The report’s authors predict that by the end of 2025, the transaction value in this sector could exceed €200 million, setting a new record.
ACADEMIC WROCŁAW WITH POTENTIAL
Wrocław aligns well with this positive trend, confirming its investment potential and the attractiveness of the local PBSA market. According to the Savills report, the availability rate of beds in all types of student housing in Wrocław is 10.2 percent, but for modern private student residences, it’s only 2 percent. Despite offering over 10,000 student housing spots, the vast majority are in public facilities of lower standard.
The report highlights that nationwide, only 1 percent of students have the opportunity to live in modern private student dormitories. These facilities, thanks to their excellent locations, wide range of amenities, and high-quality finishes, boast a stable occupancy rate of up to 100 percent. Wrocław, as an attractive academic hub with over 100,000 students—including nearly 9,400 international students (the second-highest number in Poland)—faces the challenge of further expanding and modernising its accommodation base to meet the growing expectations of both domestic and international students.
