{"id":12503,"date":"2026-05-03T18:14:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T18:14:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/juice\/?p=12503"},"modified":"2026-05-03T18:14:48","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T18:14:48","slug":"university-college-london-accommodation-your-2026-guide-to-halls-prices-travel-hacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/juice\/university-insights\/university-college-london-accommodation-your-2026-guide-to-halls-prices-travel-hacks\/","title":{"rendered":"University College London Accommodation: Your 2026 Guide to Halls, Prices &amp; Travel Hacks"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"12503\" class=\"elementor elementor-12503\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a922774 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6a922774\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-282c175 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"282c175\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Thinking about making London your academic home at <a href=\"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/uk\/student-accommodation\/university-college-london-ucl\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">University College London<\/span><\/span><\/a> (UCL)? Choosing the right place to live is a huge part of setting yourself up for a successful and enjoyable student experience. It\u2019s not just about a roof over your head; it&#8217;s about finding a space that fits your budget, saves commute time, and supports your lifestyle. This guide covers top accommodation options, pricing, travel tips, and the best neighbourhoods for UCL students.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-77ccf0a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"77ccf0a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"8erhyx\" data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"551\"><strong>Why Students Choose <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">University College London<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"707\">UCL is a globally respected university known for academic excellence and research. Its central London location offers unmatched access to opportunities.<\/p><ul data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"916\"><li data-section-id=\"891r3c\" data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"764\">World-class education and diverse student community<\/li><li data-section-id=\"nc8fb8\" data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"816\">Central location with easy access to everything<\/li><li data-section-id=\"81hchn\" data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"859\">Strong academic and social environment<\/li><li data-section-id=\"cyy89d\" data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"916\">Close to cultural, historical, and professional hubs<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"15jeaqd\" data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"964\"><strong>Living Here: Your UCL Accommodation Options<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1059\">When it comes to student housing, UCL offers both university halls and private accommodation.<\/p><p data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1088\"><strong data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1086\">UCL University Halls:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1301\"><li data-section-id=\"1brjicl\" data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1145\"><strong>Ramsay Hall:<\/strong> Strong social vibe and catered options<\/li><li data-section-id=\"6c9vcx\" data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1201\"><strong>Astor College<\/strong>: Modern en-suite rooms and facilities<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1jf6s3i\" data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1256\"><strong>Schafer House<\/strong>: Budget-friendly with spacious rooms<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1s9lwk\" data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1301\"><strong>Campbell House<\/strong>: Affordable and practical<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1381\">These are ideal for first-year students looking for convenience and community.<\/p><p data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1419\"><strong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1417\">Private Student Accommodation:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1595\"><li data-section-id=\"ue2tgj\" data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1476\"><strong>Urbanest King\u2019s Cross<\/strong>: Modern rooms with gym access<\/li><li data-section-id=\"9hpjzh\" data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1530\"><strong>iQ Bloomsbury<\/strong>: Prime location with stylish spaces<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1gzzum9\" data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1595\"><strong>Unite Students Somerset Court<\/strong>: Popular with strong amenities<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1670\">Private halls offer independence, upgraded facilities, and 24\/7 security.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"ke4hy8\" data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1728\"><strong>What Students ACTUALLY Pay: Real Accommodation Prices<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1782\">Understanding rent is key to planning your budget.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1894\"><li data-section-id=\"1lyptzm\" data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1817\"><strong>UCL halls:<\/strong> \u00a3190\u2013\u00a3330 per week<\/li><li data-section-id=\"10hj4sg\" data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1855\"><strong>Private halls:<\/strong> \u00a3290\u2013\u00a3420 per week<\/li><li data-section-id=\"uasgrg\" data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1894\"><strong>Shared housing<\/strong>: \u00a3180\u2013\u00a3250 per week<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1927\"><strong>Additional costs to consider:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"2003\"><li data-section-id=\"dkt803\" data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1963\">Bills may add \u00a340\u2013\u00a370 per month<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1o3nszp\" data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2003\">Zone 1 locations are more expensive<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"vvwg3o\" data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2027\"><strong>Nearby Universities<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2109\">UCL is surrounded by top institutions, creating a vibrant student environment.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2320\"><li data-section-id=\"1gcjogl\" data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2152\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">King&#8217;s College London<\/span><\/span><\/li><li data-section-id=\"cgv1px\" data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2194\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">London School of Economics and Political Science<\/span><\/span><\/li><li data-section-id=\"eyrt5h\" data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2236\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">SOAS University of London<\/span><\/span><\/li><li data-section-id=\"hjs5dh\" data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2278\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">University of Westminster<\/span><\/span><\/li><li data-section-id=\"pzvh1x\" data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2320\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Central Saint Martins<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1oagdyf\" data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2365\"><strong>Daily Life: Commuting and Getting Around<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2430\">Living near UCL means commuting is often simple and flexible.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2619\"><li data-section-id=\"b2z6bu\" data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2475\"><strong>Walking<\/strong>: 5\u201312 minutes from nearby areas<\/li><li data-section-id=\"qndedq\" data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2518\"><strong>Cycling<\/strong>: Cost-effective and convenient<\/li><li data-section-id=\"lv8ass\" data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2571\"><strong>Public Transport:<\/strong> Extensive bus and Tube network<\/li><li data-section-id=\"j4w94u\" data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2619\"><strong>Oyster Card + Railcard<\/strong>: Discounts on travel<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2645\"><strong>Key transport options:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2735\"><li data-section-id=\"29ajqn\" data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2677\">Bus routes 24, 29, 73, 134<\/li><li data-section-id=\"10jlpiu\" data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2735\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Elizabeth Line<\/span><\/span> for fast travel<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1flgk06\" data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2785\"><strong>Social Life and Exploring Your Neighbourhoods<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2787\" data-end=\"2840\">Different areas offer different student lifestyles.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"3168\"><li data-section-id=\"15x5ogu\" data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2921\"><strong><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Bloomsbury<\/span><\/span><\/strong>: Closest to UCL, academic and central<\/li><li data-section-id=\"102x8vu\" data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2987\"><strong><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Camden<\/span><\/span><\/strong>: Lively, music, markets<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1kv13vf\" data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3058\"><strong><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">King&#8217;s Cross<\/span><\/span><\/strong>: Modern and well-connected<\/li><li data-section-id=\"3vl6km\" data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3168\"><strong><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Finsbury Park<\/span><\/span> &amp; <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Kentish Town<\/span><\/span><\/strong>: Affordable and quieter<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1ax4nn8\" data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3203\"><strong>Pros &amp; Cons of Living Near UCL<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3216\"><strong data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3214\">Pros:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3336\"><li data-section-id=\"e8kpyu\" data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3237\">Central location<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1mendwh\" data-start=\"3238\" data-end=\"3266\">Strong student community<\/li><li data-section-id=\"100hod8\" data-start=\"3267\" data-end=\"3296\">Excellent transport links<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1vi3z2w\" data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3336\">Access to culture and entertainment<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3338\" data-end=\"3349\"><strong data-start=\"3338\" data-end=\"3347\">Cons:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"3350\" data-end=\"3429\"><li data-section-id=\"1msrkev\" data-start=\"3350\" data-end=\"3373\">High cost of living<\/li><li data-section-id=\"14rhe5m\" data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3404\">Competitive housing market<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1kq1pon\" data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3429\">Fast-paced lifestyle<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1jmkquq\" data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3447\"><strong>Final Verdict<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"3449\" data-end=\"3517\">Finding the right UCL accommodation comes down to your priorities.<\/p><ul data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3673\"><li data-section-id=\"6prea0\" data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3556\"><strong>Best for social life<\/strong>: Ramsay Hall<\/li><li data-section-id=\"x4mcyd\" data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3598\"><strong>Best for modern living:<\/strong> Astor College<\/li><li data-section-id=\"15rh60o\" data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3636\"><strong>Best budget option<\/strong>: Schafer House<\/li><li data-section-id=\"116c7ip\" data-start=\"3637\" data-end=\"3673\"><strong>Best independence<\/strong>: Private halls<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3675\" data-end=\"3879\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Exploring slightly outer areas like Finsbury Park or Kentish Town can save money while still keeping you well-connected. With the right planning, you can enjoy a balanced, exciting <a href=\"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/uk\/london\/student-accommodation\">student housing in London<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-794d6284 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"794d6284\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64eef229 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"64eef229\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d326d4b elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"7d326d4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2100\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2100\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Why do students choose University College London (UCL)? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2100\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19ef0e4d e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"19ef0e4d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55e4fd2f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"55e4fd2f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"340\">Students choose UCL for its global reputation, academic excellence, and central London location. It offers access to top-tier education along with cultural, social, and career opportunities in one of the world\u2019s most dynamic cities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2101\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2101\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What are the best UCL university halls for students? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2101\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71810a1b e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"71810a1b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e27fcfe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2e27fcfe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"450\">Popular UCL halls include:<\/p><ul data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"611\"><li data-section-id=\"i2rbr9\" data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"487\">Ramsay Hall (social and catered)<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1smo5jm\" data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"529\">Astor College (modern en-suite rooms)<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1g2bluy\" data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"565\">Schafer House (budget-friendly)<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1jf3l6n\" data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"611\">Campbell House (affordable and practical)<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"667\">These are especially suitable for first-year students.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2102\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2102\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How much does UCL student accommodation cost? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2102\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c3f0151 e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6c3f0151\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5950136a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5950136a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li data-section-id=\"1lyptzm\" data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"757\">UCL halls: \u00a3190\u2013\u00a3330 per week<\/li><li data-section-id=\"10hj4sg\" data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"795\">Private halls: \u00a3290\u2013\u00a3420 per week<\/li><li data-section-id=\"dw8v2\" data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"891\">Shared housing: \u00a3180\u2013\u00a3250 per week<br data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"835\" \/>Costs vary based on location, facilities, and room type.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2103\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2103\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which areas are best to live near UCL? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2103\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-53614f6c e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"53614f6c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-279c4f2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"279c4f2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Top student areas include <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Bloomsbury<\/span><\/span> (closest to campus), <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Camden<\/span><\/span> (lively and social), <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">King&#8217;s Cross<\/span><\/span> (well-connected), and <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Finsbury Park<\/span><\/span> or <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Kentish Town<\/span><\/span> (more affordable options).<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2104\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2104\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is the best way to commute to UCL? 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