Flats to rent in Chelsea
Chelsea is one of London's most sought-after places to rent: garden squares, the King's Road and Sloane Square, a short walk from Hyde Park and South Kensington's museums. Below are our current homes to rent in Chelsea, SW3 and SW10. Prices are per week.
- 7 homes to rent now
- From £550 a week
- Studios to 2 bedrooms
- SW3 and SW10
Available now
161 Fulham Road, London
Chelsea · 2 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms
Average rent in Chelsea
| Home | Kensington and Chelsea (a month) | London average (a month) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | £2,674 | £1,764 |
| 2 bedrooms | £3,475 | £2,239 |
| All homes | £3,739 | £2,338 |
Source: ONS Price Index of Private Rents, September 2026, borough averages. Rents in individual streets vary.
Renting in Chelsea: what to know
Upfront costs
Expect a deposit of up to 5 weeks' rent plus the first month's rent. For a £550-a-week home that is £2,750 deposit and about £2,383 rent. See upfront costs of renting.
Council tax
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea charges £1,666.65 a year for Band D in 2026/27. See council tax by borough.
Getting around
Sloane Square (District and Circle lines) and South Kensington (also Piccadilly) serve most of SW3. Buses run along the King's Road and Fulham Road.
Your rights
Since May 2026 most tenancies are rolling, landlords can ask for only one month's rent in advance, and letting agents cannot charge tenants fees. See the Renters' Rights Act for tenants.
Questions about renting in Chelsea
How much is rent in Chelsea?
Across Kensington and Chelsea the average private rent is about £3,739 a month: £2,674 for a one-bedroom and £3,475 for a two-bedroom home (ONS, September 2026). Our current Chelsea rentals start at £550 a week.
Which postcodes are in Chelsea?
Mainly SW3, plus SW10 in the west around World's End and Chelsea Harbour. Sloane Square itself sits in SW1.
Do I pay letting agent fees?
No. Letting agents in England cannot charge tenants for viewings, references or contracts.
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