What are some good yet affordable areas to live in London?

Question

I will be attending the London College of Fashion this fall and I am trying to research the different areas of the city. I want something not too far from my school. An artsy type neighborhood near shopping and restaurants. I will be sharing with 2 other friends and we are looking for something around 350 pounds per week.

Answer 1

I'm afraid Carina is correct.  London is one of the most expensive cities in the world and you won't get a 3 bedroom flat for £350 a week; £350 a week will get you a 1 bedroom flat at the most and even then that won't be near the centre of the city (where the College is) or in a particularly desirable area, such as the one you describe (I'm a lawyer and I can't afford to live anywhere like that!).

If I were you I'd look on www.gumtree.co.uk and have a look at the sort of properties that are available in different price ranges.  That'll give you a better and more realistic outlook on your situation and you can go from there.

Answer 2

an artsy areas with shops and restaurants is where we'd all like to live ... so a 3 bed place is going to cost you an awful lot more than £350 a week