On-campus KCL accommodation options are only open to first-year students, so most students must find other options in their second year.

Other accommodation options open to KCL students are Purpose-Built Student Apartments (PBSAs), homestays, and private rentals located near campus.

In their second year, most affluent international KCL students choose to live in private rentals near campus. These students pick apartments in neighbourhoods near their exact KCL campus for easy commuting.

In this post, we will highlight some neighbourhoods and accommodations where KCL students live in their second year.

Key Takeaways

• Some second-year KCL students live in KCL private accommodation options near their campus in areas like Covent Garden, Holborn, Soho, etc.

• Staying in private King’s College London accommodation gives you more privacy and flexibility to explore London and the rest of the UK without any issues.

• These are some of the most prestigious neighbourhoods in London, offering everything from luxury apartments to easy access to campus, transport links and amenities.

• Student Luxe provides some of the most exclusive luxury KCL accommodation, perfect for students in their second year. These apartments feature luxury amenities like on-site gyms, concierge service, and a pool, perfect for affluent foreign students. Explore the different accommodation options and see what’s included with every stay.

4 KCL Private Accommodations for Second-Year Students

Here are some of the most exclusive private student accommodation near KCL, perfect for second-year students.

These apartments redefine student living and are located in the best neighbourhoods in London. Let’s explore them below.

The Court Residences

This collection of luxury one—and three-bedroom apartments is located in the prestigious Covent Garden, a short walk from the KCL Strand campus.

The apartments feature luxury amenities, including elevator access, 24/7 security and video entry system, workspace, etc., making it perfect for students who prefer a taste of luxury in living spaces.

The building is also near other universities, such as LSE and UCL, making the area conducive to student activities.

You can book this apartment starting from £1,680 per week on Student Luxe.

The Soho Suntrapper

Explore this stunning one—and two-bedroom apartment in an amazing Soho location in central London, perfect for second-year KCL students.

Soho is a vibrant and bustling neighbourhood known for its nightlife and fun activities. These apartments feature all the necessary luxury amenities, including an outdoor balcony and terrace.

This apartment is about 8 minutes from KCL and LSE, 6 minutes from the University of Westminster, etc, making the area very student-friendly.

You can book this apartment starting from £3,430 per week on Student Luxe.

Westminster Amphora Apartments

Step into the beauty of this studio, one—, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in an iconic Westminster location near Westminster Abbey, the National Gallery, and the House of Parliament.

These apartments feature several luxury features such as concierge service, elevator access, ultra-modern appliances, etc. Each unit is tastefully furnished to appeal to affluent international students who desire comfort.

The neighbourhood is also home to students attending the University of Westminster, LSE, etc., so you will have easy access to transport links, workstations, etc., and other student-friendly amenities.

You can book this apartment starting from £1,300 per week on Student Luxe.

St Mary Apartments

This luxury collection of studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments is located in an iconic St Paul’s London location. This neighbourhood is known for iconic landmarks like the St Paul’s Cathedral and Millenium Bridge, making it highly sought after by students and residents.

These luxury apartments feature exclusive perks like elevator access. Each unit is well-furnished with ultra-modern finishings and is also pet-friendly, so students can move in with their furry companions.

With KCL and LSE just a stone’s throw away from this location, KCL second-year students will have many luxury accommodation options to choose from.

You can book this apartment starting from £1,417 per week on Student Luxe.

Since you may not have the option of living in on-campus residences in your second year, these KCL private accommodation options are perfect for students who want to maintain a certain level of comfort and luxury in their living spaces.

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Wrapping Up

KCL second-year students live in private accommodations in their second year. These range from PBSAs and shared student apartments to luxury rentals near campus. You can find exclusive luxury KCL residences on Student Luxe in the best neighbourhoods near campus, such as Holborn, Westminster, Covent Garden, Soho, etc.

First-year students have access to on-campus accommodations, but since availability is limited, returning students must find private accommodations. Student Luxe makes it easy to find and rent private apartments near campus.

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