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Housr, a Manchester-based startup, has raised £7.5 million in private financing to expand its student living platform across the UK and US.
The funding round was led by Texas-based investors Ashta Capital and Juniper Equity.
Housr has achieved 186% year-on-year revenue growth, reflecting strong adoption of its platform among students.
The startup was founded by University of Manchester alumni Harry Panter and Ben Clayton.
Housr’s app offers rental listings, local deals, roommate-matching, and ride-sharing features for students.
The company aims to reach 1 million students across the UK and US within the next 12 months.
Housr is targeting the approximately 4,000 universities in the US, with around 750,000 to 1 million students in Texas alone.
The startup positions itself as an all-in-one student operating system focused on student housing and lifestyle services.
The new funding will support platform development, market expansion, and strategic partnerships in both countries.
Housr’s growth highlights the increasing demand for integrated digital solutions in student accommodation and community services.