Flat Hunting in London for £1,250 | Expert advice on what to AVOID + my TOP PICKS!

Flat Hunting in London for £1,250 | Expert advice on what to AVOID and + my TOP PICKS! 🎁 FREE Apartment Hunting Checklist: https://simplysalome.kit.com/cc8cfe139d 🎁 Receiving my Weekly London TOP PICKS: https://simplysalome.kit.com/38235647b4 🏠 Need help finding a rental in London? Get personalised listings sent to you weekly → https://simplysalome.kit.com/products... Where to find me: ♥️ Subscribe to my channel for more:    / @simplysalome   💖 Follow me on Instagram: @Its_SimplySalome 💙 Follow me on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@simplysalome 💌 For business inquiries: [email protected] What does £1,250 get you when renting a studio flat in London? In this video, I show you the listings you should avoid — overpriced, poorly furnished, or just plain weird — and the ones that actually offer value for money. From no toilets to super studios, this is a full breakdown of what you can expect at this budget in 2025. Whether you're flat hunting now or planning ahead, this video gives you the insight you need to rent smarter in London. Don't sign anything until you watch this! What’s in this video: 00:00 - Why You Need to Watch This Video 01:02 - Listing 1 02:11 - Listing 2 02:49 - Listing 3 03:51 - Listing 4 04:22 - The Good Stuff! 04:28 - Listing 5 05:39 - Listing 6 06:24 - Listing 7 07:07 - Listing 8 07:36 - Listing 9 08:12 - Listing 10 09:50 - FREE Checklist Looking to rent a studio in London with a budget of £1,250 per month? You're in the right place. In this video, I take you through what you can actually get for £1,250 in London in 2025 — the good, the bad, and the overpriced. With London rent prices skyrocketing and landlords pushing boundaries, it's more important than ever to know exactly what you're paying for. Many listings promise convenience, comfort and style… but in reality, you might end up paying a premium for a flat without even a toilet. Yes, really. In this video, I show you exactly what you can expect when renting in London with a £1,250 budget. I break down listings in North, South, and West London, and highlight what makes a flat worth your money — and what should immediately raise red flags. This isn’t just a studio flat tour. It’s a reality check on London’s rental market, packed with renting tips, practical advice, and examples of both great and terrible listings. We'll start by looking at the overpriced and underwhelming listings — think bad layouts, tiny rooms, random furnishing, and hidden surprises like a lack of basic amenities. These are the kind of studios that look good in photos but are simply not worth your time or money in real life. It's about learning what to spot (and what to avoid) so you don’t fall into a rental trap. Then, we move on to the good options — studios that offer real value for money, from hidden gems with spacious layouts to well-designed modern flats with everything you need, including proper kitchens, bathrooms with windows, and even communal gardens. We'll also take a closer look at details like layout, furnishing, storage, and natural light — all the things that really matter when you're choosing a flat. The goal of this video is to give you a realistic look at what renting for £1,250 per month in London looks like in 2025, so you can make informed decisions, avoid nasty surprises, and find a studio that works for you. I also share some practical tips throughout the video on how to spot red flags in listings, what features to prioritise, and what questions to ask before signing that lease. Whether you’re new to renting in London, relocating, or just trying to understand the current market, this breakdown will give you a helpful overview of what’s out there. Renting in London doesn’t have to be overwhelming — but it does require a sharp eye and realistic expectations. Subscribe for weekly rental deep dives, real-time market updates, and new listings analysis every week. If you want even earlier access to listings before the video drops, sign up to my email list below — I send curated property picks right to your inbox. Don’t forget to download your FREE flat-hunting checklist (linked below), which includes the key questions to ask during a viewing, what to check for in a lease, and red flags to look out for. Let’s find a place that’s worth your rent!