King’s Cross is so much of a success story, it now forms the benchmark by which all London regeneration areas are measured. But how did this underused industrial land turn into a vibrant neighbourhood in just 20 years? Equally, where can you find the best King’s Cross flats to rent and buy?
Best new flats to rent and buy in King’s Cross
The following are some of the best new property developments with King’s Cross flats to rent and buy. This list contains the seven top-rated developments in the area, as voted by verified residents on HomeViews.
Given how quickly things change in King’s Cross, be sure to check back regularly to see the latest rankings and additions of new developments. New flats to rent in King’s Cross are coming online all the time, as are new properties for sale.
*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.
Author King’s Cross is a brand new, Build-To-Rent development in King’s Cross, one of London’s most connected locations. It offers a collection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, furnished and unfurnished, with flexible tenancies to suit your lifestyle. In addition, there are a range of lifestyle amenities including a resident’s lounge, fitness centre, co-working […] Read reviews and details of Author, N1C
The Tapestry Building offers one, two- and three-bedroom apartments, townhouses and penthouses. Residents can make use of an on-site gym, a concierge and parking. Also, it’s just a 10-minute walk from London King’s Cross station. Similarly, St Pancras is also only a 10-minute walk. Read reviews and details of The Tapestry Building, N1C
The most celebrated new development in King’s Cross is the Plimsoll Building with its collection of two and three-bedroom apartments. It has views over Gasholder Park, Regent’s Canal and the city beyond. There’s a dedicated 24-hour concierge, a private dining space and a lounge. In addition, there is a well-equipped fitness suite and a courtyard garden, while the development is only a short walk from both St Pancras International and King’s Cross stations.
Fenman House is a collection of 51 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. These homes feature floor-to-ceiling windows, which offer views over the green spaces and the London skyline. Residents can enjoy the sanctuary of a roof garden and a dedicated concierge service. Likewise, there’s a great range of bars, restaurants and the cultural scene of King’s Cross immediately available to residents.
ArtHouse was the first collection of private homes built at King’s Cross. The development features 114 apartments in total, ranging from one to three-bedrooms. As well as landscape gardens and views of Regent’s Canal, residents can make the most of a 24-hour concierge. Moreover, the collection is pet friendly and has retail outlets onsite.
St William’s Court is a residential development by Tudorvale, made up of one, two and three-bedroom apartments. It’s situated close to Caledonian Road, which is right near King’s Cross St Pancras. That means fast and frequent transport links via Victoria, Northern, Metropolitan, Circle and Hammersmith & City lines, not to mention National and International rail […] Read reviews and details of St William’s Court, N1
Developed by the Camden Collection, XY Apartments is a scheme on York Way, one of the arterial roads into King’s Cross from north London. Residents are equidistant between Camden’s vibrant centre and King’s Cross’s six tube lines, intercity trains and the Eurostar. The development is made up of 273 one and two-bedroom apartments.
The Onyx Apartments is a Taylor Wimpey development made up 117 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. Situated in the heart of King’s Cross, its residents benefit from easy access to six major London Underground lines: the Victoria, the Northern, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan and Piccadilly routes. Read reviews and details of ONYX Apartments, N1C
Saxon Court only has four reviews so far, but may climb higher once more resident reviews land. The development is a shared ownership and social rented development built by KCCLP. Completed in 2013, Saxon Court provides 63 social rented apartments and 40 affordable shared ownership homes. In addition, Saxon Court residents benefit from being located just a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross and St Pancras International Stations.
Gasholders London only has two reviews to it’s name so far, but the signs are promising. The development comprises 145 distinctive canal-side apartments and penthouses. Apartments benefit from communal roof gardens and an array of amenities, elegantly furnished by London interior designers No12 Studio. In addition, amenities include spa and gym, residents’ lounge and an entertainment suite.
King’s Cross has gone through a lot of change during the past 200 years. By the mid-1800s, it had turned from a sleepy rural area into a key industrial and transport hub.
Fast forward to the 1950s and the “railway lands” like King’s Cross now suffered from neglect and urban decay. London was changing from an industrial into a financial hub, and leaving areas like King’s Cross behind.
Then, after several failed urban regeneration attempts, 1996 provided a big break for King’s Cross. The introduction of the Channel Tunnel link at St Pancras meant that major development capital poured into the area. By 2008, construction on a whole new modern neighbourhood was in full swing under the vision of the Kings Cross Central Limited Partnership.
The King’s Cross masterplan involved the creation of 50 major new buildings, 20 new streets, 10 new major public spaces, the restoration and refurbishment of 20 historic buildings and structures, and up to 2,000 homes.
Today, King’s Cross is an example of what can be achieved with derelict land in a big city. It just needs the right plan, the right vision and the right partners.
King’s Cross is a now highly desirable London location, for many reasons. It is a well-structured and integrated community one with one of London’s best independent shopping, dining and bar scenes. It’s also consistently at the heart of ‘new London cool’.
Another big plus is its excellent transport links. The area is extremely well connected, with King’s Cross Station and the St Pancras International transport hub linking up with six London Underground lines. This also puts continental Europe within easy reach, since the Eurostar runs from St Pancras.
How much does it cost to buy and rent in King’s Cross?
According to Rightmove, the average property sale price in King’s Cross for the 12 months to September 2024 was £787,000. This places it slightly below the London average of £816,000. Rent in the area averages a median price of £3,720 per calendar month (Home.co.uk), which is slightly higher than the London average of £3,000 PCM.
We hope that King’s Cross gives you plenty of property prospects to think about. If you want to get a broader overview of the property scene in the area, have a look at our guide to the top new developments in the borough of Camden:
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