Rooms to Rent in Kentish Town, London

Kentish Town is a friendly, well established neighbourhood in the London Borough of Camden, sitting just north of Camden Town. Its high street mixes long standing pubs, cafes and independent shops with a strong live music tradition, anchored by the O2 Forum Kentish Town, a landmark venue that hosts touring bands throughout the year. The area has a relaxed, lived in feel, with Victorian terraces, community gardens and easy access to the open spaces of Hampstead Heath and Parliament Hill to the north.

Kentish Town sits in travel Zone 2. Kentish Town Underground station is on the Northern line and shares its site with a Thameslink National Rail station, giving both a quick run into the West End and the City and direct north to south rail links across London. Kentish Town West station nearby adds London Overground services. This combination makes the area convenient for commuting while keeping it a little quieter than neighbouring Camden.

The neighbourhood suits young professionals, families and anyone who wants character and green space with strong transport close by. Camden Market, Regent's Park and the shops of Camden Town are all within easy reach, and the Heath offers some of the best walking in London. Dwelles lists rooms, flatshares and spare rooms across Kentish Town, so you can find a place that fits your budget and the household you want to live in.

Travel zone
Zone 2
Nearest stations
Kentish Town (Northern line, Thameslink National Rail); Kentish Town West (London Overground)

Room prices in Kentish Town, October 2026

Typical rent
£1,000 pcm
Most rooms
£950 to £1,200
Bills included
36% of rooms

In line with the London typical of £1,000.

Based on rooms posted on Dwelles in the last 3 months. Updated 19 October 2026.

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Kentish Town

How much is rent in Kentish Town?
A room in Kentish Town typically costs £1,000 a month, and most cost between £950 and £1,200. Bills are included in 36% of rooms. These figures come from rooms posted on Dwelles in the last 3 months, and live listings show what is available right now.
What is the nearest station to Kentish Town?
Kentish Town is served by Kentish Town station, which combines the Northern line with Thameslink National Rail services and sits in Zone 2. Kentish Town West on the London Overground serves the western part of the area, so the nearest station depends on where you live.
Is Kentish Town a good place to live?
Kentish Town is popular with people who want a relaxed, characterful part of north London with good transport and green space close by. The O2 Forum, the local pubs and the nearness of Camden and Hampstead Heath all add to its appeal. Whether it suits you depends on your priorities, but it draws professionals and families.
What zone is Kentish Town in?
Kentish Town is in London travel Zone 2. Kentish Town station on the Northern line and Thameslink sits in Zone 2, giving quick journeys into the West End, the City and across London.
How do I find a room or flatshare in Kentish Town?
You can browse current rooms, flatshares and spare rooms in Kentish Town on Dwelles. Listings show real availability, so you can filter by what matters to you and contact hosts directly to find a place that fits your budget and the household you want to join.

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