Living in Kensington & Chelsea

The average asking price in Kensington & Chelsea is currently £4,222,313 across 67 live listings on Gaffbee. Budget separately for stamp duty, legal fees, a survey and removals — use the stamp duty calculator to see the exact tax on a given price.

Rents in Kensington & Chelsea average about £1,911 per calendar month, with 34 properties currently available to let. Letting agents cannot charge tenants admin or referencing fees, but you'll need a holding deposit and a tenancy deposit of up to five weeks' rent.

Open any listing in Kensington & Chelsea and use "Book a viewing" to request a slot. The request reaches the marketing agent immediately and most confirm within a working day. Viewings are free and you can line several up on the same day — save searches to get alerted the moment new homes come to market.

Anyone with a UK right to rent can let a property in Kensington & Chelsea, subject to referencing and affordability (usually around 30x the monthly rent as annual income). Buyers normally need a mortgage in principle or proof of funds; overseas buyers can purchase but may pay a stamp duty surcharge. Gaffbee is free to use for buyers and renters.