How to rent in London if I’m a student

If you’re coming to London to study, depending on your school, you may have a choice of staying in designated student accommodation or in ordinary rental properties. Consult your educational institution to find out what options you have.

If you decide to opt for rental options outside of student accommodations, simply follow the advice from the rest of this guide – and don’t forget to keep an eye on student-friendly accommodations, where you’ll likely have less trouble meeting the landlord’s criteria.