About SOAS, University of London
SOAS, University of London, distance from the City Centre:
On-campus SOAS University of London residence halls have an average rent of £6,000–£15,000/semester. The rent of the room includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security.
SOAS, University of London, follows a three-semester academic year system. Each semester has around 11–12 weeks.
The best month to book a SOAS, University of London on-campus accommodation, after the university offer to study is accepted, is from February to March (for new undergraduates). Accommodation applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, which generally start with:
New undergraduate - February/March
New postgraduate - April/May
For returning students - May/June
SOAS, University of London Off-Campus Student Housing Options
PBSAs and Private Lets are the most popular off-campus student accommodation in London. These are a little more expensive than on-campus student rooms but offer additional benefits such as flexible contract length, flexible move-in dates, independent social life, modern amenities along with room rent, electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security included in bills. The only differences are:
Purpose-built student accommodation: Average rent £600 - £1,500/month
Private Student Houses (Private Lets) with an average price of £550/month
Secure a Private Student Room Near SOAS, University of London Without a University Offer Letter
iQ Student Accommodation and Unite Students accept advance bookings for a limited number of rooms for such students with cancellation and refund provisions. T&C is applied according to the provider. We suggest checking our cancellation and refund policies before booking a room or speaking with our multilingual student housing experts.
Popular Student Areas to Live Near SOAS, University of London
1. Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury’s average rent for SOAS University of London student accommodation is around £750-£1,200 /month. It’s a two-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include Scape Bloomsbury.
Bus - 10-15 minutes.
Taxi - 5-10 minutes.
Walking - 10-15 minutes.
2. Holborn
Holborn’s average rent for SOAS University of London dorms is around £650-£950 /month. It’s a 20–25-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include Helen Graham House - Holborn.
Bus - 15-20 minutes
Taxi - 5-10 minutes.
Walking - 20-25 minutes.
3. Camden
Camden’s average rent for SOAS University of London housing options is around £800-£1,200 /month. Camden is a 30-40-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include Goldsmiths House - Camden.
4. King's Cross
King's Cross’ average rent for SOAS University of London halls is around £900-£1,300 /month. It’s a 15-20-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include Kings Cross.
Bus - 10-15 minutes
Walking - 15-20 minutes
5. West Kensington
West Kensington’s average rent for SOAS University of London dormitory options is around £600-£800 /month. It’s a 30-35-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include West Kensington Apartments.
Underground (Tube)- 20-minute walk (commute and walk)
Bus - 15-20-minute commute
Taxi - 10-15 minute commute
Walking - 30-35 minute commute
Benefits of Booking Off-Campus Student Rooms Over On-Campus Accommodation
Early bird offer (Off-campus student accommodations generally offer discounts or early booking offers.)
Unlike university accommodation, there are many student room types to choose from.
No offer, no visa, no problem! Easy cancellation process.
Avoid expensive last-minute private student accommodation bookings.
Stay with your friend or partner despite being enrolled in different universities in the city.
More privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.
Off-campus and private facilities generally have modern facilities such as gyms, cinemas, and game rooms.
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