
Are you relocating to London? If you are, the Arte Stays team has put together some advice for people relocating to the capital.
Two of the main reasons for relocating to London are to work or study. In both cases, it can be beneficial to find a short-term rental property, while you search for a permanent home or long-term rental.
Arte Stays provides hand-picked serviced accommodation for city stays, with all the comforts of home and all utilities included. Our properties in east London offer accessibility to the main attractions of this fascinating city and provide a hassle-free base while you search for a more permanent housing solution.
We have written more blogs focused on London, such as, top tips for visiting London, essential information for corporate travellers to London, and why London attracts expats.
Relocating to London is a big, yet very exciting step! The UK’s amazing capital city offers a diverse mix of history, culture, world foods, old-world charm, modern high rise architecture, and frenetic living but also provides tranquillity in its many parks.
Areas of London
London comprises 32 boroughs and The City of London. For those who prefer to be in the thick of the business district, central London is the perfect location. However, accommodation can be eye-wateringly pricey.
North London has boroughs popular with the bohemian and artsy crowd like Camden; the quieter and more family orientated borough of Hampstead; and Islington, which is liked by young professionals.




East London, where many Arte Stays properties are located, has Canary Wharf - the heart of the financial district and the creative and tech hubs of Hackney and Shoreditch.
West London offers the luxury boroughs of Kensington, Notting Hill and Chelsea, which provide endless opportunities to shop and socialise but carry a high price tag!
South London has diverse communities and cultures in boroughs such as Brixton, Greenwich and Clapham.
Whichever borough you choose, there will be a rich mix of culture, history and modern living at your fingertips. Commuting is fast, practical and cost-effective (monthly travels cards cost from £164), using the vast network of public transport.
Finding Accommodation
According to top-removals.co.uk, around 200,000 people relocate to London every year, but only 25,000 move out. This results in a hot property market, with house prices costing almost double the national average.
Choosing serviced accommodation while you search for a permanent London home offers many benefits:
You can familiarise yourself with the area before committing
You are in a position to see new properties coming onto the market
You can seek the advice of colleagues, contacts and locals
You can view properties quickly
The London rental market is very competitive with good options being snapped up quickly. Therefore, you will need to be prepared so you can act quickly when you find the right property. For long-term rentals, you will need:
Proof of income
References
A good credit rating
Money for a deposit (normally one month’s rent)
Extra money for furnishings/soft furnishings, white goods etc.
Factor in the cost of utilities
The cost of commuting
It pays to do your research! Fact find in estate agents and on property websites like Zoopla, so you can budget accordingly. Read Arte Stays article rental readiness checklist for more information.

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Are you relocating to London to work or study? Take a look at our properties in east London to find the perfect home-from-home base for your relocation. With more than ten years’ experience providing hand-picked serviced accommodation for:
Relocations
Business trips
City breaks
Extended holidays
We’re sure you’ll find the perfect short-term rental property while you search for your new home in this fabulous city. For more advice and tips from the Arte Stays team, check out our blog page.
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