36-43 Kirby St, Holborn EC1N 8TE
London
Live in the Heart of London at Stuhomes' Kirby Street Residence
Located just off Hatton Garden in the vibrant Farringdon area, Kirby Street Residence offers a premium student living experience in one of London’s most central and well-connected neighbourhoods. This stylish property features fully furnished private studios, thoughtfully designed to combine comfort and practicality, with sleek interiors, generous storage, and high-speed Wi-Fi—perfect for both studying and relaxing.
Students at Kirby Street benefit from an unbeatable location. The residence is within walking distance of top universities such as UCL, LSE, King’s College London, City, University of London, and Central Saint Martins, as well as leading language and specialist schools. With Farringdon Station just a 5-minute walk away, getting around London is effortless, whether you’re heading to class or exploring the city.
The property offers exceptional facilities designed to support a well-rounded student lifestyle. From designated study areas and social lounges to a private courtyard with outdoor seating and a ping pong table, Kirby Street creates the perfect balance between productivity and downtime. There’s also an on-site laundry room for added convenience.
Living here means being surrounded by London’s best – from St Paul’s Cathedral and the Barbican Centre, to the British Museum, Covent Garden, and Oxford Street. With trendy cafés, local restaurants, and iconic cultural destinations on your doorstep, you’ll never be far from what makes London such an exciting place to study and live.
Please note: Refurbishment works may take place during the academic year. All residents will be notified in advance, and any disruption will be kept to a minimum.
Our Classic Studios are bright, functional spaces perfect for independent living. Each comes fully equipped with a comfortable hideaway double bed, private en-suite bathroom, personal kitchenette, dining area, dedicated study zone, and generous storage. East and west-facing options are available—ask the team about your preference when booking.
Room details
Premium 1 Studios offer a stylish upgrade, featuring a double bed, private en-suite, and a sleek, fully fitted kitchen and dining area. A well-equipped, Wi-Fi-connected study space ensures you're set up for success. A select few even include a private balcony for added comfort and stunning city views.
Facing: East (some with balconies and views of St Paul’s Cathedral)
Room details
Enjoy more space with our Premium 2 Studios, designed for comfort and functionality. These rooms include a double bed, en-suite bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Whether you’re facing east or west, each studio offers a peaceful study environment with ample natural light and a modern workspace.
Facing:
24–25 SQM (with balcony on 4th floor)
28–32 SQM (Floors 1–3 & 5, East or West-facing)
Room details
Premium 3 Studios are generously sized and ideal for those wanting a bit more luxury. The lower-floor studios offer spacious layouts with west-facing views, while the 6th-floor options come with private balconies overlooking St Paul’s and the London skyline. Each room includes a double bed, private bathroom, and full kitchen/dining setup, plus a bright workspace.
Facing:
32–35 SQM (Floors 1–4, West-facing)
27–29 SQM (with balcony on 6th Floor, East-facing with city views)
Our largest studio type, Premium 4 Studios, are perfect for those who value extra space and stunning views. The 38 SQM west-facing studios on the 5th floor boast the most expansive interiors, while the 34 SQM 6th-floor options feature a rooftop balcony with breathtaking views of St Paul’s Cathedral. All include a double bed, en-suite, fully fitted kitchen, and study area designed for serious focus.
Facing:
West (Floor 5) / East with balcony (Floor 6)
Dual-Band Wi-Fi
Study Area
Social Spaces
All Inclusive Bills
On Site Laundry
Resident Events
Courtyard
Reception
Mail Boxes
Zone 1 Location
Secure Entry & CCTV
Bike Storage
City Centre
On Site Team
You can pay your rent by logging into our student portal, using the log in button located at the top of the screen. Once logged in, you will be able to make a payment using the financial tab.
Here you will be able to pay with a debit or credit card, set up and change your FuturePay details and check your account statement.
In rare cases, where you are unable to make payments via debit or credit cards, you may be able to pay by bank transfer. If you require this option, please speak to a member of the onsite team for details on this.
Contents insurance is included in your weekly rent through a third-party insurance company called Endsleigh. We want to ensure that all your valuables are protected and have a policy in place for your general belongings up to specified values within the building. This now includes your laptop. However, please check the policy to ensure that you are covered, especially if you have items of significant values. Visit https://www.endsleigh.co.uk/personal/home-insurance/your-student-cover/?HHRef=HH1594 to:
All of our accommodation is fully furnished and dependant on the type of room booked, will determine what’s included. Check out the individual property page on our website for full details.
You can use small appliances such as rice cookers/steam cookers in your room but please be aware that they need to have a fused plug and be British Standard compliant. By bringing them into the property, you are solely responsible for any risk associated with them. If you have any concerns, questions or to check, please speak to the onsite team. Please also check your travel adaptors, it’s really imported that they are fused and meet BS Standards.
We want you to feel safe and secure in our buildings. To make sure that you are, we have onsite security, CCTV cameras and door entry systems. If you have any concerns, come and speak to a member of the team.
We want our community to suit you. We don’t force you to come to parties but we welcome you to come to our events over the year and if you have suggestions for us – even better!
Your tenancy runs from the start date to the end date, during this time the room is yours and you do not need vacate at any point during this time.
All residents of the building must be students. Full Time students are exempt for council tax. you are considered to be a full time student if:
Students who aren’t able to provide a valid certificate to the council are liable to pay their own council tax. Speak to your Reception Team for more information.
Candles are prohibited in the premise along with hookah/shisha pipes and anything that requires lighting with a naked flame. This is to ensure that safety of everyone in the building.
You are responsible for cleaning your own room, bathroom and kitchens. We do have an onsite team who are responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of the communal areas including the common room, reception, courtyard, laundry rooms and the corridors.
If you have any maintenance issues to report, you can do this a number of ways, either at the reception in your building, via email at maintenance@stuhomes.co.uk or over the phone on (+44) 0207 242 5720. If we don’t know about a problem, we can’t fix it.
Our reception office hours are between 12pm – 8pm, Monday to Friday and we have an out-of-office hours team available should you need assistance outside of these hours for lock outs and security concerns.
We offer summer stays. Please check with the accommodation team for further information.
On all 43 and 51 week bookings, we ask that all residents pay a £500 deposit which is used to secure your tenancy. This will be need to be paid at the time of booking your room with us. This deposit will be secured in the government backed TDS Scheme, safe and sound. At the end of your tenancy, your deposit will be refunded to you.
At present, all payments need to be made by bank transfer into the Stuhomes bank account. Instructions on payment dates and the account details can be found in your tenancy agreement. In the future, Stuhomes will be able to take debit/credit card payments through our student portal which is coming soon.
We offer all international students the option to pay in either 1 or 2 instalments, depending on tenancy length.
The ‘legally binding’ nature of the assured shorthold tenancy agreement means that by law, you are contractually bound pay your rent until the end of the ‘fixed term’ and cannot be released before this date. Should you wish to leave before the end of the period stated in the agreement, put it in writing for us, and we’ll let you know what options are available to you.
Yes you are entitled to cancel your booking but we will need you to provide proof for this.
Your deposit will be returned to you within 28 days after the end of your tenancy agreement. This will be done through the tenancy deposit protection scheme TDS. Please try to return your room to us at the end of your agreement is the condition you found it when you checked in, as any significant damage or cleaning charges could be deducted from your deposit.
You will receive a copy of your tenancy agreement at the time of booking. This tenancy will need to be signed by yourself and your guarantor.
It is possible but it depends on availability. We would advise you to check with the accommodation team at the building before you make any arrangements.
Some studios are suitable for double occupancy. Please check with the site team to confirm prior to booking. If you are taking a double occupancy, then both of you must be full-time students in a UK educational Institution.
Refurbishment and cladding works may take place at Kirby Street during the 2025/26 academic year, which could temporarily affect the building’s appearance or facilities, and require residents to relocate to another room in the building. These will be carefully managed to minimise disruption, with newly upgraded accommodation to follow. For more information, please speak to a member of the Stuhomes Team.
There are a few things that need to be done before you leave.
You need to check out of your room by 10am on the end date of your tenancy. Please speak to the Reception Team at your property if you need to stay beyond this time. The team will do their best to accommodate your request. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee these requests.
If your leaving out of hours, and there is no one at reception, you can leave your keys in the check out envelope in the fast track check out box located in reception. Check with the Reception Team for the location.
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