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      Renting in London, everything you need to know before renting a home in London!

      Rental properties in London

      London, the bustling capital of the United Kingdom, offers an extensive variety of homes. From characteristic Victorian terraced houses to modern apartments with stunning views on the Thames, rentals in London cater to a wide range of preferences. In this cosmopolitan city, there is something for everyone—whether you're a student, young professional, or a family looking for a rental property. Due to its ancient history, London showcases a mix of architectural styles, from historic monuments to modern skyscrapers.

      But like every big city, living in London comes with a price. With the current housing market, the average rent in London is around £2,200 per month. Prices vary greatly by neighbourhood. In more affordable areas like Paddington (£1,500 p.m.) and Earl’s Court (£1,625 p.m.), you'll find more affordable homes, while in exclusive areas like Mayfair (£4,656 p.m.) and Chelsea (£4,700 p.m.), the average rent for a one-bedroom property is a lot more expensive. To secure rentals in London, a salary of approximately three times the monthly rent is usually required. The average annual salary in London is around £46,000.

      Districts in London

      London is divided into more than 30 different neighbourhoods, each with its own character and amenities. The upscale area of South-Kensington is renowned for its famous National Historic Museum and the Hyde Park. For those seeking an artistic and creative atmosphere, Notting Hill is a vibrant option with numerous galleries and trendy cafes.

      Finding your new home in London

      London, with its fusion of rich history and contemporary conveniences, captivates a diverse spectrum of prospective residents. Receive instant email alerts for new listings with rentaroof! This way, you'll be one of the first to know and have the chance to respond promptly. Check out the current listings in London and start your search for your dream home in this dynamic city today!

      Whether you are looking for a traditional house or a modern flat in London, you can find it at Rentaroof!

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      Written by: Eva van der Vlies

      Frequently asked questions about London

      How do I find a place to rent in London?

      Given the housing crunch in the UK, kicking off your search sooner rather than later is key! With rentaroof's email alerts, you'll stay ahead of the game, with the newest listings tailored to your needs. We scour through a 3,500 websites daily, giving you the best options that match your search criteria.

      Is London expensive to live in?

      London is known for its high cost of living compared to many other cities in the UK. With an average rent of £2,200 per month, costs can be notably higher in London than in other parts of the country. However, the cost of living can vary depending on factors such as the neighborhood you choose to live in. In cheaper neighborhoods, you can find rentals with an average price around £1500 a month. While London offers a wide range of amenities, cultural experiences, and career opportunities, it's essential to budget and plan accordingly to manage the expenses associated with living in the city.

      Which parts of London are good to live in?

      London boasts over 30 different neighbourhoods, each with its own character. Some popular areas to live in include:

      What is London known for?

      In London, iconic landmarks beckon with their timeless allure. Big Ben, its imposing presence, shares the skyline with the elegant Buckingham Palace. Meanwhile, the London Eye offers a modern vantage point, showcasing the city's dynamic spirit. These symbols, each unique, weave together the vibrant narrative of London's rich history and captivating present.

      Is it worth it to move to London?

      London offers a plethora of opportunities in various fields, including finance, arts, culture, and education. The city's vibrant multiculturalism, rich history, and diverse neighborhoods appeal to many. However, it's essential to consider factors such as the high cost of living, competitive job market, and potential challenges associated with urban living, such as congestion and housing availability.

      What is the cheapest area to live in London

      More affordable areas in London are districts like Paddington (£1,500 p.m.) and Earl’s court (£1,625 p.m.).

      Is London easy to access?

      London is relatively easy to access, thanks to its extensive transportation network. The city is served by several airports. Additionally, London has an efficient public transportation system, including the Underground (Tube), buses, trains, and trams, making it easy to navigate within the city and its surrounding areas. Overall, the city's transportation infrastructure facilitates convenient access for residents, commuters, and visitors alike.

      Average rental prices in London

      Area Properties
      Norbury 27 £1,313
      Becontree Heath 36 £1,362
      Stepney 302 £1,378
      Barking Riverside 25 £1,378
      Downham 24 £1,381
      Greenford 48 £1,416
      Mitcham 67 £1,436
      Chadwell Heath 21 £1,447
      Cricklewood 110 £1,474
      Feltham 37 £1,478
      Hayes 85 £1,486
      Yeading 36 £1,522
      Pollards Hill 52 £1,533
      Edmonton 100 £1,546
      Newbury Park 46 £1,546
      Widmore 27 £1,555
      Selhurst 49 £1,559
      Plashet 25 £1,566
      Shortlands 33 £1,582
      Hendon Central 70 £1,603
      Gants Hill 69 £1,609
      Gidea Park 21 £1,619
      Catford South 48 £1,620
      Woodside 23 £1,628
      Thornton Heath 76 £1,639
      Seven Kings 85 £1,642
      Well Hall 20 £1,651
      New Cross 69 £1,651
      Southbury 45 £1,661
      Enfield 26 £1,665
      Wealdstone 92 £1,668
      Highams Park 24 £1,684
      West Ham 40 £1,686
      Carshalton Beeches 34 £1,693
      Isleworth 20 £1,699
      Osterley 25 £1,700
      North Woolwich 32 £1,710
      Hither Green 62 £1,710
      Northumberland Heath 28 £1,720
      Heston 41 £1,723
      East Ham 64 £1,734
      Ponders End 30 £1,739
      Finchley 34 £1,743
      New Cross Gate 87 £1,745
      Yiewsley 55 £1,762
      Addiscombe 69 £1,766
      Northwood 30 £1,775
      Beckenham 26 £1,778
      West Norwood 72 £1,779
      Abbey Wood 34 £1,779
      Perry Vale 37 £1,787
      Rayners Lane 81 £1,789
      Harrow Weald 50 £1,797
      Leyton 135 £1,825
      South Norwood 48 £1,828
      Hillingdon 69 £1,828
      Charlton 30 £1,833
      Plaistow 91 £1,836
      Perivale 59 £1,840
      New Barnet 20 £1,850
      Benhilton 66 £1,867
      Palmers Green 55 £1,867
      Hainault 20 £1,870
      Plumstead 49 £1,878
      Maryland 45 £1,882
      Bow 206 £1,883
      Newham 27 £1,890
      Morden 38 £1,896
      Forest Gate 26 £1,900
      Cowley 61 £1,902
      West Drayton 43 £1,911
      Rush Green 36 £1,918
      Waddon 46 £1,921
      Forest Hill 40 £1,928
      Beckton 51 £1,930
      Redbridge 34 £1,934
      Thames View 43 £1,939
      Sudbury Hill 22 £1,951
      Berrylands 24 £1,955
      Broad Green 129 £1,956
      Deptford 65 £1,958
      Tulse Hill 27 £1,963
      Harringay 136 £1,968
      Ladywell 103 £1,972
      Cyprus 31 £1,978
      Thamesmead 28 £1,981
      Bowes 31 £1,982
      Leytonstone 49 £1,991
      Hendon 56 £2,015
      Penge 25 £2,037
      Loughborough Junction 59 £2,038
      Chingford 32 £2,041
      Tottenham 172 £2,041
      Brunswick Park 21 £2,050
      Brockley 29 £2,053
      Streatham 109 £2,061
      North Finchley 63 £2,068
      Worton 73 £2,076
      Clayhall 27 £2,082
      Dollis Hill 159 £2,091
      Rotherhithe 152 £2,091
      Becontree 25 £2,095
      Collier's Wood 55 £2,109
      Sudbury 69 £2,111
      North Cricklewood 65 £2,121
      Hornsey 91 £2,122
      Kidbrooke 72 £2,125
      Brixton 100 £2,125
      Colindale 142 £2,138
      Whitton 37 £2,141
      Pinner 36 £2,154
      Kensal Town 37 £2,176
      Dagenham 30 £2,184
      Blackheath 21 £2,187
      Stockwell 105 £2,187
      Stamford Hill 81 £2,190
      Harlesden 126 £2,192
      Kilburn 88 £2,194
      West Green 156 £2,198
      Nunhead 28 £2,222
      Coombe 43 £2,224
      Mile End 84 £2,246
      Peckham 99 £2,247
      Upton Park 31 £2,249
      Canning Town 154 £2,255
      Streatham Hill 119 £2,258
      Havering 32 £2,263
      West Hendon 54 £2,266
      Purley 48 £2,274
      Honor Oak 22 £2,276
      Summerstown 48 £2,277
      Norbiton 111 £2,280
      Tufnell Park 25 £2,280
      East Dulwich 64 £2,281
      Hounslow 69 £2,286
      Silvertown 129 £2,308
      Upper Norwood 24 £2,315
      Stratford 118 £2,317
      Finsbury Park 67 £2,324
      Holloway 153 £2,329
      South Woodford 36 £2,332
      High Barnet 24 £2,352
      East Greenwich 127 £2,354
      Strawberry Hill 57 £2,358
      Putney 115 £2,360
      Lower Holloway 29 £2,385
      Camberwell 52 £2,385
      Earlsfield 69 £2,386
      Clapton 92 £2,390
      Alperton 63 £2,393
      Spring Grove 79 £2,396
      Kenton 23 £2,396
      Archway 106 £2,412
      Oval 79 £2,413
      Brent 25 £2,414
      Stanmore 28 £2,417
      Park Royal 188 £2,420
      Furzedown 97 £2,420
      Old Kent Road 147 £2,420
      Bethnal Green 119 £2,426
      West Hackney 35 £2,437
      Hanwell 122 £2,447
      Hampton 20 £2,456
      Roehampton 92 £2,457
      Balham 129 £2,466
      Merton 89 £2,467
      Homerton 69 £2,483
      Preston 79 £2,507
      Acton 75 £2,510
      Poplar 216 £2,530
      Whetstone 24 £2,541
      Blackwall 261 £2,541
      Crouch End 97 £2,553
      Surbiton 76 £2,582
      Manor Park 33 £2,584
      Belmont 29 £2,600
      West Finchley 32 £2,607
      Bermondsey 150 £2,610
      Stoke Newington 95 £2,611
      Saint Pancras 87 £2,618
      Somers Town 45 £2,623
      Upper Tooting 40 £2,647
      Walworth 94 £2,652
      Shacklewell 82 £2,674
      Brondesbury 143 £2,685
      Limehouse 187 £2,692
      Mortlake 38 £2,707
      Woodside Park 30 £2,712
      Brent Cross 24 £2,724
      Haggerston 101 £2,736
      Collier Row 31 £2,739
      Hackney 87 £2,745
      Shepherd's Bush 193 £2,751
      Cockfosters 31 £2,767
      Merton Park 45 £2,769
      Barnet 52 £2,801
      Barnsbury 202 £2,802
      Clapham 115 £2,817
      Shadwell 95 £2,824
      Church End 56 £2,835
      New Malden 43 £2,839
      West Kensington 352 £2,856
      Queen's Park 143 £2,894
      Lambeth 53 £2,918
      Kennington 30 £2,945
      Stratford Marsh 105 £2,981
      Hampton Hill 22 £2,996
      Southfields 101 £2,998
      Greenwich Peninsula 38 £3,027
      Elephant and Castle 226 £3,043
      Whitechapel 509 £3,098
      Clapham Junction 157 £3,103
      Hampton Wick 43 £3,107
      Brook Green 216 £3,156
      North Sheen 68 £3,157
      Isle of Dogs 790 £3,157
      Temple Fortune 77 £3,170
      Gospel Oak 41 £3,207
      Dalston 56 £3,258
      Wandsworth 158 £3,311
      St Pancras 38 £3,362
      Hoxton 104 £3,404
      Wapping 152 £3,408
      Raynes Park 82 £3,419
      Hammersmith and Fulham 20 £3,453
      Canary Wharf 167 £3,464
      Highbury 85 £3,493
      Clapham Park 24 £3,497
      King's Cross 134 £3,505
      Shoreditch 138 £3,523
      The Borough 129 £3,529
      St Margarets 88 £3,587
      Kentish Town 114 £3,591
      Pimlico 178 £3,596
      West Hampstead 277 £3,665
      Southwark 70 £3,674
      Muswell Hill 69 £3,709
      Tower Hamlets 23 £3,747
      Vauxhall 228 £3,763
      Clerkenwell 185 £3,812
      Finsbury 151 £3,859
      Hackney Wick 20 £3,909
      Fulham 231 £3,911
      Fitzrovia 241 £4,046
      Waterloo 121 £4,080
      Hammersmith 194 £4,084
      Grove Park 47 £4,123
      Golders Green 87 £4,129
      Islington 132 £4,142
      Earl's Court 721 £4,148
      Greenwich 33 £4,219
      Battersea 160 £4,233
      Bloomsbury 136 £4,279
      Maida Vale 171 £4,287
      North Kensington 179 £4,304
      Camden 125 £4,395
      Walham Green 30 £4,416
      Holborn 151 £4,476
      Mill Hill 60 £4,481
      Richmond upon Thames 36 £4,505
      East Sheen 28 £4,514
      Chalk Farm 275 £4,533
      Maida Hill 85 £4,660
      Petersham 42 £4,716
      Wimbledon Village 31 £4,763
      Paddington 581 £4,930
      Millbank 194 £4,969
      Marylebone 582 £5,034
      Sands End 56 £5,088
      Kew 34 £5,214
      Notting Hill 519 £5,259
      Kensington and Chelsea 54 £5,276
      Parson's Green 35 £5,408
      Belsize Park 455 £5,452
      Soho 21 £5,525
      South Hampstead 239 £5,616
      World's End 58 £5,908
      Bayswater 347 £5,980
      Westminster 214 £6,370
      Kensington 227 £6,546
      Brompton 388 £6,612
      St. John's Wood 509 £6,738
      Victoria 99 £7,048
      Chelsea 665 £7,533
      Mayfair 607 £8,845
      Covent Garden 25 £9,011
      South Kensington 528 £10,130
      Belgravia 150 £11,725
      Hampstead Garden Suburb 46 £11,953
      Knightsbridge 180 £15,337
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