Urban Chic — Serviced Apartments

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Luxury student apartments near University College London

For students looking for student apartments near University College London, Urban Chic offers private, fully furnished serviced accommodation in central London. Our Covent Garden residences on Drury Lane and Long Acre are approximately 20 minutes’ walk from UCL in Bloomsbury. Chic Camden on Arlington Road is approximately 25 minutes’ walk away. Its newly completed 2026 building offers one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments with underfloor heating and floor-to-ceiling windows. If you are considering a studio near UCL, you can also enquire about a one-bedroom apartment at Chic Camden.

All bills, high-speed Wi-Fi and council tax are included, so accommodation costs are easier to plan before your studies begin. No UK guarantor or UK bank account is needed, and parents can sign and pay from abroad. Terms start from one semester, with preferential rates for a full academic year. Our 24-hour support is available in English, Chinese and Russian. Weekly housekeeping is optional, and airport pickup can be arranged.

Our residences

Our residences by travel time to University College London

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Drury Lane

Closest

Covent Garden WC2

20 min walk · University College London

Apartment types
1 and 2 bedroom apartments, approx. 620–740 sq ft
Key features
  • In the heart of Covent Garden
  • Five minutes' walk to LSE
  • Walk to KCL, SOAS, UCL and Birkbeck
  • Theatres, restaurants and shops on the doorstep

From £7,450 per monthexcl. VAT

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Long Acre

Closest

Covent Garden WC2

20 min walk · University College London

Apartment types
1 bedroom apartments, approx. 430–620 sq ft
Key features
  • On Long Acre in Covent Garden
  • Five minutes' walk to LSE
  • Walk to KCL, SOAS, UCL and Birkbeck
  • Covent Garden and Leicester Square stations close by

From £7,450 per monthexcl. VAT

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Chic Camden

Arlington Road, Camden NW1

25 min walk · University College London

Apartment types
1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, approx. 440–1,170 sq ft
Key features
  • Newly completed in 2026
  • Underfloor heating
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • CCTV
  • All-electric with solar power

From £5,950 per monthexcl. VAT

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Aird House

Inverness Terrace, Bayswater W2

25 min Tube · University College London

Apartment types
1 and 2 bedroom apartments, many with a balcony, approx. 640–920 sq ft
Key features
  • Beside Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens
  • Private balconies in most apartments
  • Walk to Imperial, RCA and RCM
  • Central line and Circle line nearby

From £6,450 per monthexcl. VAT

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Getting to University College London

Map showing University College London and Urban Chic residences in Camden, Bayswater and Covent Garden25 min walk25 min Tube20 min walkChic Camden, NW1Aird House, Bayswater W2Covent Garden WC2University College London
University Urban Chic residenceApproximate door-to-door times; Tube times include walking to and from stations.

What's included

Everything in one price

  • Fully furnished designer interiors
  • Dedicated study space
  • Bed linen & towels
  • Weekly housekeeping (optional)
  • All utilities
  • High-speed Wi-Fi
  • Council tax
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Washer-dryer
  • Secure entry
  • Arrival welcome pack

No guarantor, easy payment

No UK guarantor needed

  • You do not need a UK guarantor or a UK bank account.
  • Pay per semester or per term in advance.
  • Preferential rates for full academic years.

Accepted payment methods

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • International bank transfer

Card payments are processed securely by Stripe. Prices are quoted in pounds sterling (GBP).

24-hour support

Our 24-hour support, in your language

Maintenance

24/7 emergency response. Report an issue at any hour and we arrange the repair.

Administrative assistance

University housing letters, proof of address for opening a bank account, BRP and eVisa paperwork, and council forms.

Concierge

Airport pickup, restaurant bookings, deliveries and housekeeping requests.

Guest support

In English, Mandarin and Russian, by WeChat, WhatsApp, Telegram, phone and email.

Questions

University College London: student apartment questions

Which Urban Chic location is closest to UCL?

Our Covent Garden residences on Drury Lane and Long Acre are approximately 20 minutes’ walk from UCL. Chic Camden is approximately 25 minutes’ walk away.

Can a UCL postgraduate enquire about a one-bedroom apartment?

Yes. Chic Camden offers one-bedroom apartments, alongside two- and three-bedroom options. Ask about availability for your intended study dates.

Do I need a UK guarantor to rent while studying at UCL?

No. Urban Chic does not require a UK guarantor or a UK bank account.

Can I book for a full UCL academic year?

Yes. Preferential rates are available for full academic years, and flexible terms start from one semester.

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