Student Accommodation near School of Oriental and African Studies

Plenty of SOAS students choose to rent SOAS University of London accommodation through uhomes.com. We are an award-winning online platform for renting student accommodation in London. uhomes.com's SOAS accommodations are located a 5-15-minute walk or ride from the campus, so residents can easily attend the lectures and use the campus facilities. Located in the heart of London, you're steps from the top attractions and social hotspots, like The British Museum, Euston Station, Tottenham Court Road, and Russell Square. In addition, with SOAS's prime location in Zone 1, our SOAS University of London accommodation properties are also well-served by rapid and comfortable public transport options.

uhomes.com's SOAS University accommodations offer various room types, including Studios, En-suites, Non-En-suites, Shared Rooms, and 1-bed/Multi-bed Flats to suit your different budgets, needs, and preferences. All of our rooms contain cosy beds, study desks and chairs, and plenty of storage. As for communal amenities, modern gyms, on-site laundry rooms, state-of-the-art gaming areas, convenient cycle storage, and much more add to the feel and taste of home. Meanwhile, all utility bills are included in our SOAS University student accommodation, ensuring a worry-free university life. uhomes.com also guarantees the highest cashback in the whole network and many other special offers, helping you drastically cut down on rental expenses without compromising comfort. Book SOAS University of London accommodations from £234/week and start your new academic journey in London.

The School of Oriental and African Studies, SOAS, established in 1916, is a world-leading university specializing in studies around Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. SOAS follows a 3-semester academic year system, with each semester being about 11—12 weeks. It offers 115 postgraduate programs across 3 faculties: The Faculty of Arts and Humanities, the Faculty of Languages and Cultures, and the Faculty of Law and Social Sciences. Among them, it is strong in Politics and Anthropology, ranking 28th and 18th in QS World University Rankings by subject 2025.

SOAS, with its high quality of teaching and academic excellence, naturally attracts more than 5,000 students each year to study here, over half of them being non-domiciled. Meanwhile, the university also encourages overseas students to attend Study Abroad and Exchange programs and the Summer School. If you have applied to the program, you can book an affordable SOAS summer accommodation with uhomes.com.

SOAS is situated in Russell Square, Bloomsbury. With its prime location in Zone 1 of central London, you can enjoy the well-connected transport system and colourful and bustling city life. As for the on-campus facilities, SOAS has one of only 5 National Research Libraries in the UK and the Brunel Gallery displaying impressive art from the region.

SOAS itself doesn't have on-campus SOAS University accommodation properties, but its following uni, the University of London (UOL) prepares 8 halls for SOAS students. The average rent is about £6,000—£15,000 per semester, including the basic utility bills like electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security. Most freshmen would like to book an on-campus SOAS student accommodation. The applications for the accommodation are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, we recommend you start your book as early as possible to get the most suitable one. Undergraduates need to book in February or March, while postgraduates can book later in April or May. Students who miss the on-campus accommodation or expect a lot more of the quality of life can rent an off-campus SOAS University student accommodation on uhomes.com. Unlike SOAS dorms, the off-campus housing features more options, more privacy, higher-quality facilities, and flexible stays.

The best off-campus SOAS accommodations include iQ Shoreditch, Scape Kings Cross, and iQ Tufnell House. Our best SOAS University of London accommodations are safe and affordable, with all the amenities you need and a short distance to the campus. Accommodation is an essential part of our university life, affecting our experience and mood. To find an appropriate SOAS University accommodation, we'd better start our search as soon as we get the offer from the school. To simplify the whole process of finding and booking such houses, uhomes.com provides multiple filters and 1-on-1 property managers to ensure a smooth search and seamless booking. Below are the best SOAS University accommodation options:

• iQ Shoreditch
• Scape Kings Cross
• iQ Tufnell House
• Scape Bloomsbury
• Bloomsbury Janet Poole House
• Rathbone Place
• iQ Bloomsbury
• Fitzrovia Residences
• Somerset Court
• Bss Rathbone Place

The best student areas for SOAS accommodations are Bloomsbury, Holborn, Camden, King's Cross, and West Kensington. These areas feature convenient amenities, affordable prices, proximity to the SOAS campus, and multiple accommodation choices. Below are the best student areas to live near the School of African and Oriental Studies (SOAS).

1. Bloomsbury
   Bloomsbury is the best area to live near SOAS University of London, home to many famous tourist attractions, like the British Museum, Bloomsbury Square, and Russell Square. The average rent for SOAS student accommodation in Bloomsbury is around £324—£628 per week. From Bloomsbury, you can walk to the campus in only 2 minutes. The most popular SOAS University accommodation options in Bloomsbury include Bloomsbury Janet Poole House and Scape Bloomsbury.
2. Holborn
   Holborn, the historic centre of London's legal profession, is the ideal area for SOAS accommodation. Law students can immerse themselves in the legal atmosphere, with Gray's Inn and Lincoln's Inn right on their doorstep. You can rent a SOAS University of London student accommodation in Holborn at around £429—£595 per week. Holborn is a 20–25-minute walk from the campus. Herbal Hill and Kirby Street Residence are the most booked SOAS accommodation properties in Holborn.
3. Camden
   Camden is the most popular area to live in for SOAS students, with a 19-minute tube ride from the campus. You can explore the Camden Market, known for its diverse food scene and vintage vinyl shops. In Camden, the average prices for SOAS University of London accommodation options are around £237—£305/week. As for the best SOAS University accommodation properties in Camden, we recommend The Stay Club Camden and Camden Hawley Crescent.
4. King's Cross
   King's Cross is the best area for SOAS students to live, with an 18-minute tube ride from the campus. The area is home to King's Cross and St Pancras International stations, providing gateways to the UK and Europe, and also holds significant appeal for followers of the Harry Potter series. King's Cross' average rent for SOAS student accommodation properties is around £389—£550/week. Among various SOAS University accommodation properties in King's Cross, Urbanest King's Cross and Victoria Hall King's Cross are popular choices.
5. West Kensington
   West Kensington is a quiet area with a well-connected transport system. In West Kensington, the average SOAS accommodation fees are around £380—£649/week. The neighbourhood is a 38-minute tube ride from the university. Perfect SOAS accommodation options in West Kensington include London Munden and Lch Skyline Apartments.

The cost of living in London for SOAS students is about £1,500—£2,500 per month. The primary part of your budget will be used to rent SOAS student accommodation, but the other living expenses should also be considered.  If you want to cut back on unnecessary spending, we recommend you rent an affordable SOAS University of London accommodation at uhomes.com. You only need to pay about £234—£430 per week, covering all the utility bills and super-fast Wi-Fi. The additional expenses apart from SOAS accommodation are shown above.

• Food: £50—£100 per week
• Laundry: £20—£35 per week
• Utility Bills: £25—£45 per week, and you don't need to pay this part if you rent SOAS University accommodation with uhomes.com
• Transportation: £50—£80 per week
• Stationery & Course Books: £15—£25 per week

Getting around the SOAS University of London is a breeze for students living at SOAS accommodations. With a well-connected transport system, navigating throughout London is convenient and effortless. Living in your SOAS student accommodation, there are various transport options within easy reach.

1. Underground: There are many underground stations close to SOAS University of London, such as Goodge Street, Warren Street and Euston Square stations, making it easy to commute to the school from your SOAS University accommodation.
2. Bus: More than 100 buses run all around the city. Students will find it easy to get to the bus stops close to SOAS University of London accommodation. The fares range from £2 to £5, and you can enjoy a 30% discount with an Oyster card.
3. Driving: Due to the serious traffic jams in London, driving is undoubtedly a challenge. As for the parking, most SOAS accommodation properties have free car parking spaces. You can also use the nearby parking garage, like A5 and A501.
4. Cycling: For students living in the accommodation near SOAS, commuting by bike is also a popular way. Meanwhile, it is effortless to find an SOAS accommodation with free bike storage.
5. Walking: Walking to the campus can save you both time and money. It is suitable for students living in an SOAS University accommodation, a stone's throw away from the campus.

Student life at SOAS University of London is colourful and interesting. Experience an unparalleled university life living in student accommodation near SOAS University of London.

• On-campus Student Life: SOAS offers plenty of social and sports activities, campus-wide events, and more than 100 societies for students. The societies include Bangla, Chinese percussion, debating, feminist society, and much more. Meanwhile, students can get help and support in various areas, like academics, immigration, SOAS accommodation and more.
• Off-campus Student Life: SOAS, with its prime location in Bloomsbury, between UCL and the British Museum, is a 10-15-minute ride to the London city centre, giving students an unparalleled university life. Living in the student accommodation near SOAS University, a student-friendly area, you can walk to the social hotspots, like the West End's shops, Oxford Street, Brunswick Centre, and St Pancras Station in several minutes. You can also enjoy the delicious dishes in Bella Italia, a comedy night in Camden, or some drinks at Sam Smith's bar.

There are plenty of famous tourist attractions near SOAS University of London, like the British Museum, Camden Market, Covent Garden, and Russell Square. You can also explore some free things to do in London, such as visiting the beautiful parks and free world-class museums. SOAS University of London accommodation gives students opportunities to enjoy the colourful London life. Some of the most fascinating tourist attractions close to SOAS accommodation properties include:

• British Museum
• Russell Square
• Camden Market
• Grant Museum of Zoology
• Senate House Library
• Covent Garden

SOAS offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs to students. Here is a list of some of the strongest courses at SOAS.

• Creative Arts and Cultural Industries
• Development Studies
• African Studies
• Middle East Politics
• International Business Law
• South Asian Studies