Location
King’s College is located in central Cambridge, on King’s Parade, close to the market square. A small amount of graduate accommodation is located off King’s Parade, in the centre of the city. Most graduate accommodation is within a 10-minute walk (off West Road, Grange Road and Barton Road).
Accommodation
| Accommodation type | Number available | % Ensuite | Average monthly rent (2025/26) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single rooms and studio flats (single occupancy) | 216 | 48% | £549.40 - £782.52 |
| Double rooms and flats for couples (no children) | 6 x 1-bed apartments | 100% | 1-bed apartment - £1201.47 |
| Family accommodation | 6 x 2-bed apartments 1 x 2-bed house | 100% | 2-bed apartment - £1,431.75 2-bed house - £1,649.53 |
Approximately 60% of postgraduate students live in College accommodation.
Accommodation is guaranteed for all new postgraduates for at least 9 months (October – June).
Facilities
Servery, bar, coffee shop, chapel, Graduate Suite, library and archives, 2 large art rooms, music practice rooms, 2 gyms, and sports facilities.
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