Build to Rent developments have exploded in popularity across the UK, and in London in particular. The city now offers almost 40,000 rental-only homes, with plenty more in development. At HomeViews, we’ve compiled the definitive top 20 Build to Rent developments in the city, so you can find your perfect rental home.
Top 20 Build to Rent developments in London
Take a look at the list below for our top 20 Build to Rent developments in the capital. this is based on the most recent verified resident reviews in our Greater London area guide. Their reviews include ratings for everything from design, facilities, location, value and building management, so you get the full picture of what it’s like to live in each development. Let’s rake a look at London’s best rental-only developments.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
The top rental development in London is Author King’s Cross. This brand new Build-To-Rent development offers a collection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, furnished and unfurnished, with flexible tenancies available. In addition, there are a range of lifestyle amenities including a resident’s lounge, fitness centre, co-working spaces and a private dining room. Author offers exclusive resident events and is pet-friendly.
Second place goes to The Sessile, a collection of studio, one, two and three bed apartments located in the heart of Tottenham Hale. Amenities include a sizeable gym, yoga studio and spaces to work throughout The Sessile to support your working week, evenings and weekends alike. Furthermore, a Private dining room and a 24/7 concierge are also available.
The number three rental development in London, according to the reviews of verified residents on HomeViews, is The Gessner. This Tottenham Hale development offers 164 apartments to rent. These include a mix of studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments. The development offers a range of amenities, including a gym, smart parcel lockers, free super-fast Wi-Fi and an 24-hour on-site team. Furthermore, residents can enjoy rooftop garden views, cosy lounges and an on-site café.
A new entry at fourth in London, Balfron Tower is an iconic residential development situated in Poplar. Designed by the architect Ernő Goldfinger, it features a range of 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments. Residents can access a range of facilities including a roof terrace, yoga studio, cinema room and co-working spaces.
The Palm House takes fifth place in London. The development is filled with fully-furnished studio apartments and shared spaces. There is an onsite co-working space, gym, cinema, cafe and two panoramic roof terraces, all included in the monthly rent, as well as daily events, from boxing classes to wine tasting masterclasses. The Palm House is an easy 4 minute walk from Harrow and Wealdstone station. It’s also a 25 minute walk from the quaint Harrow on the Hill, with its cafes, restaurants and independent shops.
Taking sixth place is Dressage Court. There are 104 rental-only one, two and three-bedroom apartments at this development by Essential Living. The development is located in East London. It offers easy access to Bethnal Green’s tube and rail stations, with views towards the City and Canary Wharf. In addition, residents can access a 24-hour on-site team along with shared spaces that are free for all residents to enjoy.
Jumping back up into the top 10 in seventh place is Greystar’s Sailmakers, a Build to Rent scheme comprising 327 units. It is within the mixed-use Galliard Homes development, Harbour Central. The site is situated on the Isle of Dogs close to the River Thames, and less than a 10-minute walk from the heart of Canary Wharf. In addition, transport links come courtesy of nearby South Quay DLR and Canary Wharf’s DLR and Underground services. Residents enjoy fast and frequent connections to the likes of Bank and Monument.
New to this list, Mansbridge House offers 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments to rent in Battersea. All apartments come with their own winter garden, along with flexible contracts, the freedom to decorate and the ability to swap apartments, all as standard. Additionally, Mansbridge House is pet friendly.
Taking ninth place, Charter Place is an INSTRATA Lifestyle Residence, managed by Greystar. It features a collection of studios, one, two, and three-bedroom rental homes. Residents have access to an on-site gym, lounge, a private dining room, and co-working spaces. In addition, Charter Place is only a short walk away from Hounslow East Underground station.
At number 10, Union Wharf is a development from London property developer Essential Living. It features 249 rental-only apartments on the banks of Deptford Creek near Greenwich’s town centre. It houses a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments. In addition, Union Wharf is close to the Cutty Sark DLR station for fast and frequent connections to Canary Wharf.
The Quarters Swiss Cottage accommodates 102 self-contained spacious units for short-term stays. Guests can enjoy a range of services and amenities, including in house maintenance and housekeeping. Similarly, Finchley Road station is less than a minute’s walk away, meaning easy access to transport links. Likewise, there is a great selection of shops, restaurants, bars and […] Read reviews and details of The Quarters Swiss Cottage, NW3
Long-term letting scheme The Quarters Croydon offers residents a stylish and convenient base in this thriving South London suburb. There are 151 high-specification studios at the development, with Croydon station only a 4-minute walk away. Trains reach London Bridge in just 14 minutes, while Gatwick Airport is also easily accessible. Read reviews and details of The Quarters Croydon, CR0
In 13th place we have The Quarters Kilburn, located in north-west London, and offering 82 self-contained studios. Kilburn Park station is a five-minute journey away. As a result, residents have access to central London as Euston is only a seven-minute journey. Furthermore, residents have access to parking, a concierge and a lounge.
Occupying 15th position in London, be:here Hayes is a residential development comprising 119 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. It offers commercial units including restaurants, leisure amenities and a music venue. In addition, the development is close to Hayes & Harlington station, the M4, M25 and Heathrow Airport.
In 16th place is this selection of affordable studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments at 30 Harbord Square in Canary Wharf. Every apartment has been designed to a high-specification and all residents benefit from waterside views of the Thames or westwards towards Canary Wharf. Discover Canary Wharf’s latest neighbourhood, Wood Wharf, and the buzzing nearby residential communities set within acres of parks, overlooking the O2 and Greenwich.
Sitting 17th it’s Ten Degrees, by Greystar in Central Croydon. Comprising 546 apartments over 44 floors, there is also a games room, rooftop gym, pet spa, screening room and co-working spaces. As well as this, residents have access to a wide variety of transport links, allowing them to reach central London in just 15-minutes.
The Vive Living development at Childers Street, SE8, provides residents with a host of amenities under one roof including bike storage and repair, co-working spaces, a cinema, café, roof terrace, ping pong tables, Sonos music systems, an on-site relationship manager, and dedicated maintenance. The apartments offer 1GB Broadband availability as well. The locality, Deptford, is […] Read reviews and details of Vive Living Childers Street, SE8
Fizzy Hayes UB3 is a residential development of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, managed by Greystar. It’s in south Hayes, right near Hayes & Harlinton Station, and just a short drive from London Heathrow Airport. Also, the development sits between two popular green spaces – Minet Country Park and Lake Farm Country Park. Read reviews and details of Fizzy Hayes, UB3
Bloom Nine Elms, by Greystar, is a collection of rental apartments located in Zone 1. Each apartment is pet-friendly and offers all the amenities you need for better living. Situated in south west London, Bloom Nine Elms has a collection of studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Onsite amenities include a 24/7 gym, swimming pools, […] Read reviews and details of Bloom Nine Elms, SW11
Build to Rent properties offer residences specifically built for rental, not for sales. This means developers can offer additional facilities and perks that the traditional rental sector doesn’t typically offer. These might include flexible contract lengths, on-site management teams, communal areas and health clubs. You can find out more about Build to Rent by reading our guide at this link.
What’s it like to rent in London?
Renting in London provides a wealth of options to cater for every preference and circumstance. The sleek, modern developments of Canary Wharf offer a slice of contemporary city living on the doorstep of the city’s business and finance district. Meanwhile, highly-rated rental buildings are cropping up in some of the city’s most exciting development areas, including Croydon, Wembley and Tottenham Hale.
Renting in London isn’t cheap, but you can choose from some of the country’s most exceptional new rental homes across the city. The median rent in London in 2024 is £2,850 per calendar month (PCM), according to Home.co.uk. You can find one-bedroom properties from around £2,150 PCM in the outskirts of the city, while a three-bedroom home averages almost £4,333 PCM.
If you’re keen to learn more about new Build to Rent developments across London, check out our dedicated area guide below.
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