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| SW11 | SW17 | SW4 | TW10 |
| SW12 | SW18 | SW5 | TW9 |
| SW13 | SW19 | SW6 | |
| SW14 | SW2 | SW7 | |
| SW15 | SW20 | SW8 |
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The London Borough of Kensington & Chelsea attracts wealthy individuals and families requiring short or long-term lets, or to take advantage of buy-to-let opportunities. Property in South Kensington, which is covered by the postcode SW7, is predominantly stucco terraced houses, often converted into flats; purpose-built apartments in Victorian mansions, maisonettes, basement flats, and mews houses. Flats to rent in South Kensington will cost over £1,700 per month, for two bedrooms in an excellent location, and houses to rent in South Kensington a minimum of £2,200 per month offering two or three bedrooms.
Amenities for properties in South Kensington
This part of London is rich in restaurants, cafés and bars; banks and shops, no less than five gyms, and a multi-screen cinema a little way down Fulham Road. World-renowned institutions include the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Imperial College London, Victoria and Albert Museum, the Royal College of Music, Royal College of Art, and the Royal Marsden Hospital in Fulham Road. The Royal Albert Hall is one of the UK's most important venues for classic shows of all kinds, from the Promenade concerts to circus, ballet, opera, and pop and rock acts. South Kensington hosts a large number of language schools and the Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle educates boys and girls aged 3 to 18, with classes mostly in French. The squares in South Kensington enjoy beautiful gardens and within strolling distance is the green swathe of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens.
Transport in South Kensington
The best way to enjoy South Kensington is on foot, but buses and taxis are plentiful and people renting property will discover how easy it is to travel all over London via the tube. The underground station in South Kensington is on the District and Circle lines, and also the Piccadilly line, which provides a direct link to Heathrow Airport. The mainline railway station at Victoria is just two stops away and serves much of South East England including Gatwick Airport.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to rent in South Kensington, which is in the postal district, SW7, you may also like to consider neighbouring areas such as Chelsea, Knightsbridge, and Kensington.
view the 10 most recently added properties to rent in South Kensington
4 bedrooms flat in St Georges Court, Gloucester Road, London - Weekly rental of £1,575
Four bedroom third floor apartment overlooking Kynance Place. 2 large double beds, 2 large single beds, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite). Drawing room, dining room and cloakroom. Eat in kitchen. Bright...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Queen's Gate Terrace, South Kensington - Weekly rental of £550
An exceptionally well presented flat in the heart of South Kensington. The property has hard wood floors and has been stylishly refurbished to a high standard. Reception room with open...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Cornwall Gardens, London, SW7 - Weekly rental of £625
A superb raised ground floor one bedroom apartment with modern fixtures and fittings. The property is located on the sought after garden square of Cornwall Gardens... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Rutland Gate, London SW7 - Weekly rental of £1,200
A beautifully presented maisonette with an abundance of natural light.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Elegant Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Apartment, London,Central London - Weekly rental of £675
Large two double bedroom apartment in the heart of Kensington close to Gloucester Road.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Cornwall Gardens, South Kensington, London, SW7 - Weekly rental of £975
A tastefully refurbished, two bedroom, raised ground floor flat benefiting from a host of period features as well as wonderful views over and access to the communal garden square. Cornwall Gardens...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Ennismore Gardens, South Kensington - Weekly rental of £450
An unfurnished one bedroom flat on the raised ground floor of this period conversion. Neutrally decorated throughout. Reception room with decorative fireplace and high ceilings, galley style...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Cornwall Gardens,London,SW7 - Weekly rental of £995
This is an exceptionally spacious and imposing, two bedroom raised ground floor flat featuring direct access to stunning communal garden, high ceilings, lovely period features and bright and...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Queens Gate Terrace, London SW7 - Weekly rental of £595
A stylish and modern two bedroom flat in a great location. Situated between Queens Gate and Gloucester Road, the flat benefits from a lovely reception room with wooden flooring, a seperate...... view full details
