Letting Agents in Kentish Town London NW5
Area Feature
People seeking a fashionable, vibrant and culturally exciting place to live could find what they are looking for by finding flats to rent in Kentish Town.
This busy and lively area in the borough of Camden has become popular among young professionals thanks to its wide array of amenities, with reasonable local rates and a strong retail sector making it attractive on many levels.
Kentish Town has a long history that predates Camden itself, having originally been recorded as a settlement on the river Fleet called Kenisston during the reign of King John in the early 1200s.
A thriving hamlet throughout most of its existence, the area saw extensive modernisation during the Victorian era and is now a bustling urban centre, bordered by Camden Town in the south.
Its main retail and business area is located along Kentish Town Road and extends up to Fortess and Highgate Roads, encompassing A1 retail floor space totalling 17,400 sq m and offering services to suit the everyday needs of the local populace.
In addition to the usual banks, phone shops and homeware outlets, the area offers a wide range of independent retailers and a significant amount of food and drink outlets, with the organic food shops along Kentish Town Road a highlight worth noting.
The town centre is equally alive in the night as during the day, thanks to its healthy mix of pubs and bars, many of which offer regular live music performances.
Most prominently, Kentish Town is also home to the HMV Forum, one of London's many high-profile live entertainment venues, which regularly hosts performance by some of the world's top music acts.
Originally created as an art deco cinema in 1934, the Forum has hosted legendary performers such as The Velvet Underground and Pixies over the years, offering an audience capacity of well over 2,000.
Even beyond the standard pubs and music venues, residents will find plenty to do in Kentish Town, which offers diverse attractions such as art galleries and a four-and-a-half-acre city farm, where families can see chickens, cows, ducks, pigs, sheep and horses, among other friendly animals.
Other attractions include the Cantelowes Gardens and skate park, the large dance complex Club Expressions and the Lion and Unicorn Theatre, which regularly stages classical shows and cutting-edge dance performances from the acclaimed Giant Olive Theatre Company.
Locals can keep regular track of the cultural goings-on in the area at The Kentishtowner, a popular blog dedicated to the area that has been running since 2010.
Other local amenities available include the Kentish Town Sports Centre, which offers swimming pools, a gym, a games zone and a sports hall, as well as well-established parking, walking and public transport provisions.
Camden Council is also committed to making further improvements to the area, having identified Kentish Town as a placeshaping area of focus due to its popularity as a town centre, its significant business community and growing residential population.
It means those moving to Kentish Town can expect to see the area continue to develop as a thriving urban centre for many years to come.
Posted by Ben Carter
Kentish Town & NW5 Travel guides
Kentish Town Car Travel
| Central London | M25 | Gatwick Airport | Heathrow Airport |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 miles - 14 mins | 13 miles - 27 mins | 40 miles - 1h 8 mins | 20 miles - 37 mins |
Kentish Town Train Travel
| Nearest Stations | Zone | London Stations |
|---|---|---|
| Kentish Town & Kentish Town West | 2 | King's Cross & Blackfriars |
Kentish Town Tube Travel
| Nearest Station | Zone | Tube Line | No. Stops to Main Station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentish Town | 2 | Northern | 3 stops to Euston |
Property To Rent in Kentish Town NW5
£830 per week
This stylish and beautifully presented two-bedroom apartment boasts its own private terrace, a spacious open-plan reception, a fully fitted kitchen, and a contemporary bathroom. The property features stunning wood floors, high ceilings, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. Additionally, it offers access to a shared rear garden, perfect for outdoor relaxation. Situated on a highly sought-after residential street between Camden and Kentish Town, the apartment benefits from excellent transport links, providing easy access to King's Cross, Euston, Islington, Angel, Holborn, the City, and the West End.
Tenant Fees May Apply
£525 per week
** Heating & Hot Water are inclusive in the rent **
This Superb 2 Bedroom Flat is bright and spacious and is split over 2 levels, offering 836 sq. ft. of living space. The flat is well presented and has 2 bedrooms, spacious reception room, double glazed windows, gas central heating and very good storage. It is situated in a conversion over Nandos restaurant, located moments from Kentish Town Underground & Thameslink Station and vast array of shops, cafes, and restaurants.
The flat is located within easy reach of Hampstead Heath, Primrose Hill and Regents Park.
Available Unfurnished
EPC Rating: D
Mininum Term: 12 months
Security deposit: £2,625.00 - equivalent to 5 weeks of rent
Council Tax: Camden Council, Band D - £2,010.57 per annum / £167.55pcm
Tenant Fees May Apply
£507 per week
A newly decorated & well-presented 2 double bedroom flat with a large separate reception room, fitted modern kitchen/diner, bathroom, ample storage & own terrace. Located within this pub conversion Kentish Town, Gospel Oak & Chalk Farm as well as being within a short walk of Camden, Belsize Park & Hampstead Heath.
Tenant Fees May Apply
